Movies and television shows involving an arrest always show the officer advising an individual of his or her rights after placing the individual under arrest. Part of the “Miranda rights” involves advising the person that he or she has the right to remain silent....
Month: June 2020
Understanding human trafficking charges
Human trafficking charges are very serious. The 13th Amendment outlaws the act but it remains a prevalent crime in our society today. The penalties of these charges are severe and vary depending on the type of trafficking, force used, duration and victims. Here, we...
Child pornography charges and selfies: can teens be charged?
The purpose of state and federal laws against child pornography seems clear: to prevent adults from victimizing children and young teenagers. But does it make sense to apply the same laws when the accused individual is a teenager themselves? The rise of smartphones...
What do you know about the warning signs of alcohol abuse?
Maybe your most recent DUI was not your first. You recognize the actions that lead to your brush with law enforcement, but do you understand what lies underneath those actions? Is there a chance you abuse alcohol? The Alcohol Rehab Guide breaks down the signs of...