When a judge hands down a conviction, everything may seem like it is over. But that is far from the truth. Many different scenarios require post-conviction defense, and defendants have the constitutional right to representation. The reason post-conviction process exists…
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The US criminal justice system has a great deal of room for improvement. For several reasons, the system is far from ideal. After decades of injustice, people are starting to speak up about the flaws in the system. Find out…
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Federal Court vs State Court the Differences If you commit a crime, then you could face two types of criminal charges. You could face either federal or state charges. If you have federal charges, then you need to show up…
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The US has many allegations and sexual harassment cases involving Hollywood stars and politicians. However, it can be difficult to tell whether these cases are opportunistic or not. Learn about the ulterior motive behind these cases and what it means…
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You can learn a lot about the law when you study prior court cases. For information about child pornography law, you can learn from Jared Fogle. The former face of Subway makes for the ideal child porn case study. Study…
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If you pay any attention to the news, then you probably know that federal law and state law can vary greatly on certain issues. For example, some states legalized marijuana when the federal government still prosecuted individuals for marijuana use….
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Civil Asset Forfeiture has been a topic of debate lately, and many are wondering how necessary it is. More than that, people want to understand what it is and where it came from? How did something like this start and…
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Drug trafficking charges in Rhode Island are a serious offense and have been, since the seventies Not many of us can remember those days, but those that do will rave about the difference. There was a time when Rhode Island…
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The US has a major issue with domestic abuse cases. Every state in the US experiences thousands of domestic abuse cases each year. However, some states are worse than others when it comes to domestic abuse. Find out which states…
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Anyone who faces criminal charges can experience a great deal of stress. However, an immigrant facing charges has even more at stake. Understanding the possible outcomes of your charges can help put your mind at ease. Here’s everything that you…
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Mandatory minimum sentences are controversial. Although many states have mandatory minimums for crime, it’s not always for the best. There are some dangers associated with them. Find out why mandatory minimum sentences may be hurting society more than helping it….
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Prostitution is one of the world’s oldest professions. But it is still a criminal activity in many parts of the world. Lately, there’s been a push towards prostitution decriminalization. Find out how things are changing, and how Rhode Island is…
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