Most people are aware that it is prudent to carry a valid form of identification when they are out in public, especially a valid driver's license when operating a motor vehicle. However, many members of the public are unaware of the circumstances under which it is...
Shows and movies involving police officers often give a nod to the Miranda warning, especially in regard to a person's right to remain silent. However, these shows do not often go into detail about what this warning does, or what rights it actually protects. Getting...
The self-defense laws in Georgia explain that you should not have to retreat if another person threatens you with harm. These laws can also protect you if you must use physical violence to defend yourself. However, self-defense claims do not always hold up in the eyes...
At first, you might not think you need to learn more about interacting with the police. But, on the other hand, it is tiresome to have people telling you how to interact with people with such a brutal reputation. Some people might be lucky enough to go their entire...
In recent years, much media focus has been put on people being released from prison when they were innocent. Some of these people may have been put in jail because they made a false confession. It is hard for most people to believe that someone would confess to a...
It is legal to drive after having a drink as long as the driver is able to safely operate their vehicle. Police can stop any driver that is driving unsafely, erratically or in a way that makes the officer suspect intoxication. Does the level of intoxication matter in...
If you currently face charges over allegations of possessing illegal drugs, it is paramount to understand the potential consequences of this case. Aside from potentially shattering your reputation, leading to the loss of your job and turning your life upside down in...
Police have the prerogative to detain any citizen when probable cause exists. Those in cuffs must identify themselves and behave in a nonviolent manner. Despite this, answering questions can put subjects in jeopardy. The Fifth Amendment grants citizens the right to...
People who react with anger and violence have often experienced trauma at an earlier point in their lives. Their inability to control their emotions could have serious repercussions. An effort to understand violence may help those suffering from behavioral disorders...
Incarceration can feel as though your life stalls while everyone else continues to progress. Preparing to reenter society might induce angst and uncertainty after living isolated for so long. Improving your life will take time and require patience and perseverance....
