Can the US Customs and Border Protection Check My Phone?
May 14, 2026
When a person comes home from abroad, the CBP can ask for more than your passport. The CBP has the authority to look through your phone, your photos, and your social media. What officers can actually ...
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Flashing a Gun Self-Defense or Brandishing?
Apr 09, 2026
One may assume that pulling a gun out in a situation where they are defending themselves is permitted. The reality is., self‑defense is a limited legal justification, not a free pass. The moment your ...
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Per Se DUI Laws
Mar 30, 2026
Impaired driving is a dangerous and unfortunately, an all too common crime. It’s also preventable. Whether you’re under the influence of alcohol or drugs, getting behind the wheel of a vehicle can cos...
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What Should I Do If I Hit a Parked Vehicle?
Feb 26, 2026
Car accidents can happen anywhere and it can happen at any moment. A car accident can involve a collision between two moving vehicles or a collision between a moving and parked vehicle. Hitting a park...
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SR-22 Insurance After a DUI
Jan 13, 2026
A conviction for driving under the influence (DUI) carries a wide range of consequences, and a major—often overlooked—cost is the long-term effect on your car insurance. Beyond fines, court requiremen...
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What Happens on a First Offense DUI
Dec 04, 2025
A first DUI can bring jail, fines, a suspended license, higher insurance costs, and lasting consequences. Laws differ by state, so check your local rules and seek legal guidance right away. First Time...
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Basics of a Juvenile Charge
Nov 07, 2025
The juvenile justice system focuses on rehabilitation rather than punishment. Nevertheless, a juvenile charge should be taken seriously. Types of Cases The juvenile court procedure will usually vary d...
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Is Expungement Always An Option?
Sep 30, 2025
Expungement (also called vacate) is the process by which an individual can clear a prior conviction from their criminal record. It is important to remember, however, that you don’t always have the opt...
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Avoiding a Disorderly Conduct Charge
Aug 19, 2025
Disturbing the peace and disorderly conduct cases are usually either misdemeanor charges or infractions, but neither looks good on your criminal record. While there’s no such thing as a way of avoidin...
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Can Your Home Get Searched Based on Smell?
Jul 29, 2025
If you are pulled over for suspected DUI, and law enforcement officers smell weed, they can use that fact to search a car during a traffic stop. But what about searching a house after the smell of mar...
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