Will My “Mugshot” Become Public?
Mar 31, 2026
A "booking photo" is taken when someone is booked into custody after an arrest. These photos are created and stored by law enforcement agencies as part of a criminal‑records system. It is stored with ...
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Can I Get Criminally Charged For Not Using a Car Seat?
Feb 19, 2026
Any parent driving with a small child in the back seat has wondered, and often been concerned about the safety of their child and comfort while they are strapped in to a car seat. For parents worried ...
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Do I Have To Let the Police Search My Vehicle?
Dec 26, 2025
One of the biggest mistakes a person can make upon a traffic stop is allowing law enforcement to search one’s car if they suspect illegal activity, Law enforcement is typically not allowed to search a...
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Protecting Your Rights When Pulled Over
Nov 07, 2025
Getting pulled over can be stressful because it’s difficult to know what to expect. Most stops are routine and used to enforce minor traffic infractions, like speeding over the posted speed limit or r...
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What Do I Do If ICE Detains Me?
Feb 12, 2025
Even though it is not a criminal case, an ICE detainee can still assert their right to remain silent. This means you do not have to declare your immigration status. ICE Agent Authority U.S. Immigratio...
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What are the Consequences of DUI When a Child is in the Vehicle?
Jan 02, 2025
Operating a motor vehicle while impaired is a much more serious charge when a child passenger is in the vehicle. It’s no exaggeration to say that a driving under the influence (DUI) charge with a chil...
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What Is a White-Collar Crime?
Dec 12, 2024
The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) defines white-collar crime as "illegal acts which are characterized by deceit, concealment, or violation of trust and which are not dependent upon the applica...
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Expunged Records
Aug 13, 2024
When a criminal record has been expunged or vacated, in most situations, a person does not have to disclose their previous record in situations like apartment rentals and/or job applications. However,...
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What Are Miranda Rights?
May 30, 2024
The Miranda rights you often hear recited come from the landmark U.S. Supreme Court case Miranda v. Arizona. The Supreme Court’s rulings in Miranda and later cases require law enforcement officers to ...
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Prosecutorial Discretion
May 10, 2024
In criminal law, prosecutors hold a crucial power known as "prosecutorial discretion." It allows them the authority to make important decisions at different stages of a case, such as: 1) Determining w...
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