Posse Comitatus
An old California state law was removed this last week, the California Posse Comitatus Act of 1872, which had previously made it a misdemeanor, or subject to a fine, for…
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Sep2019
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Aug2019
DUI Stop
“I was drunk and fell asleep in my car with the keys in the ignition, parked on the wrong side of the road, and I was arrested and charged with…
14
Aug2019
Cruise Laws
Juneau, Alaska, USA – July 26th 2017: FBI officers from the Evidence Response Team are going inside the Emerald Princess Cruise Ship docked in Juneau to investigate a crime. When…
30
Jul2019
Right to Die Law
About the Law On Thursday, New Jersey’s right to die law goes into effect which allows adults with a prognosis of six months or less to live to get a…
26
Jul2019
The Power of Attorney
A power of attorney (POA) is a written authorization that appoints a person or organization to manage your affairs if you become unable to do so. However not all POA’s…
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Jul2019
Stranger Divorces
Today, approximately 42-45% of first marriages in the United States end in divorce… and this does not include legal separations, or when a married couple may formalize a de facto…
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Jul2019
Why You Need An Art Consulting Agreement
So what is Consulting? Consulting is the business of providing expert advice to a specific group of people. A consulting agreement is a contract outlining the terms of a given…
15
Jul2019
Illegal Biking
Questions: Due to advancements in texting and driving laws, is texting while on a bike considered illegal as well? Is consuming alcohol and biking considered illegal too? Could you get…
01
Jul2019
Gerrymandering Unchallenged
Thursday, June 27, 2019, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled in a 5-4 decision that challenges partisan gerrymandering as a political issue beyond the reach of federal courts. The drafters of…
18
Jun2019
Subpoena Vacation
What to do if you receive a subpoena, but you can’t go? The question is-what is the reason that you “can’t go?” A subpoena is a court order requiring you…
06
Jun2019
Criminal Case Prep
Early Stages During a criminal defense case, trial prep really begins once you receive the first set of discovery from the prosecution. Usually after the meeting with the client, and…
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May2019
The Power of Subpoena
If you receive a subpoena, it most likely means you may have information that’s needed by the court. Almost anybody can serve a subpoena, but failure to comply with a…
28
Mar2019
US Copyright
This week has been colossal for copyright changes in the UK, but what of the U.S.? Did You Know: The U.S. Supreme Court’s ruling on March 4, 2019, states that…
05
Mar2019
Legalized Drugs Part 2
Legal Shrooms “Magic mushrooms,” while illegal, are still said to be popular at raves, music festivals, and college camping trips for their psychedelic effects; but recently, in some cities there…
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Feb2019
Legalized Drugs- Part 1
Safe Injection? As the opioid crisis continues to claim more lives in record numbers, lawmakers are readily searching for solutions to prevent further abuse of illicit drugs, and to prevent…
