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July 19, 2018
Possession of a Controlled Substance
Possession of a controlled substance in recent years seems to be as normal as getting a parking ticket. More and more people are finding themselves in situations where they are caught in the wrong place at the wrong time. Oftentimes these encounters stem from bad decision making or outside influence. Peer pressure plays a… Read More »
July 17, 2018
Juvenile…Justice?
Everyone has made mistakes they come to regret. Some regret them immediately and others come to regret them much later in life. For many young people that commit violent offenses under the age of 18, regret may come much quicker than anticipated. For many years violent juvenile offenders have been subject to the harsh… Read More »
July 6, 2018
The Many Spectrums of Theft
It is well known that there are many different types of theft. This is simply due to the multitude of items that are available to be stolen in this day and age. Theft is often portrayed in our modern society with video games (Grand Theft Auto) and movies (Ocean’s Eight). These movies make theft… Read More »
July 5, 2018
Entrapment: Not Always So Clear
Entrapment is a tricky and often overlooked topic. The harsh reality is that entrapment occurs more often than people are aware. Generally, a person trusts that law enforcement will not lead them astray. As a representative of the law, an officer has the most influence over those who may be previously inclined to commit… Read More »
April 16, 2018
What Should You Do If the Police Ask To Search Your Home?
When the police come knocking at your door, you might feel completely overcome with worry and concern, even if you haven’t done anything wrong. The police often use this fear to intimidate you and your family, making you feel as if you need to open your door and allow them to search your home… Read More »
April 3, 2018
Understanding the Consequences of an Underage DUI
Drinking while under the age of 21 is illegal under any circumstances, but if an underage drinker is caught behind the wheel while intoxicated, the repercussions could be even more serious. Even though drivers 21 years or older are considered intoxicated when their blood alcohol concentration, BAC, is .08% or higher, an underage driver… Read More »
March 19, 2018
Understanding Identity Theft, According To the Government
Identity theft is a federal crime, and as such is subject to investigation by the FBI, IRS, ATF, or the DEA. All federal crimes are taken extremely seriously, including identity theft, and can result in serious, life-altering consequences. With the continual rise in technology, identity theft has become an even bigger problem, and it… Read More »
March 1, 2018
Murder vs. Manslaughter: What’s the Difference?
Although murder and manslaughter are often used as interchangeable terms, they do in fact have a few key differences. When a person is facing murder charges, the penalties could be more severe than charges for manslaughter, and the intentions of the alleged killer might have been different. Homicide is an all-encompassing term that includes… Read More »