In the midst of a drug investigation, questions about police tactics often arise. One such concern is whether law enforcement officers can lie to your loved ones during their pursuit of information. Understanding the boundaries of police conduct is important in...
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How do the police know a weapon is illegal?
Police officers follow specific procedures to determine if a weapon they encounter is legally owned. Understanding the key factors that help police identify illegal weapons can help you protect yourself and your family from potential complications. There are a few...
What is an “aggravating factor”?
You may have seen severe punishments for crimes that seem very mild. This is not always a case of just punishing for the crime. It is often that there was some other circumstance. The courts call these circumstances aggravating factors. Weapons If the crime is a...
What is the difference between theft, burglary and robbery?
A lot of people use the terms theft, robbery and burglary interchangeably. However, there are differences between these terms. In the most basic terms, robbery is stealing property with force. Theft is stealing property without using a weapon. Finally, burglary...
The “real” impact of a felony conviction
Receiving charges for a felony offense can be a stress-inducing turn of events, regardless of the circumstances behind your arrest. You will likely find yourself wondering what the implications of a conviction for such a crime might be. Prison time, fines and related...
How to keep the police from entering your house without a warrant
The Founding Fathers of this country rebelled against the English government to establish certain basic human rights. A fundamental principle in the Constitution is protection against unreasonable searches and seizures. Understanding the application of this concept...
Is field sobriety testing often biased?
Police use field sobriety tests to check for DUI during a stop or at checkpoints. The problem with these tests is they are inherently subjective, and officers use little more than their own discretion to draw conclusions. What are the types of field sobriety tests?...
Increased police stops for DUI over holidays
Nearly every holiday provides an opportunity for celebration. It is a chance to spend time with friends or family, and maybe cut a little loose while you have a break from your daily routine. However, celebrating a holiday is not an excuse to drink irresponsibly...
Legal issues with prescribed medications
When you are sick or injured, you seek medical care to feel better. Depending on the severity of your condition, your doctor may prescribe opioids or other drugs to help you manage symptoms while you recover. However, what happens when the doctor stops ordering your...
Advice for college students caught with party drugs
Regardless of the lifestyle you choose as a college student, there is always the possibility that drugs are nearby. If the police catch you with party drugs such as MDMA or X, your education could crumble around you unless you handle the situation properly. A sudden...