There are many factors impacting possible punishments a defendant faces once charged with robbery in the 1st degree. For example, if a gun was used...

In Iowa, like many states, the age of consent for sex is 16 years old. So long as sex is consensual there is not illegality with a 20 years old...

What if the so called victim does not show up at trial do thay still have a case

A missing witness may or may not result in charges begin dropped. However never underestimate a conviction without a victim testifying. Also be...

When it comes to sexual molestation of children, is it the defendant who has the burden of proof?

No matter how horrifying allegations of misconduct may be, a criminal defendant in the US NEVER ever has the burden to prove anything. In theory, a...

How can my husband who is active duty army not get in trouble for having another baby with someone when he's still married to me

A service member's command decides whether or not to refer charges. If the command does not know of the relationship there would be no initial...

Most states instruct juries that it is the quality of the evidence not the quantity that counts. In other words, a jury can convict in theory on...

Your knowledge of her age is irrelevant. It may perhaps mitigate your eventual punishment after conviction. But make no mistake her age, whether...

Without question you must get permission from your Probation Officer. It you leave the state without permission you will surely be violated on...