In the past, college students who were also financial aid recipients could find their aid packages threatened after receiving convictions on drug-related criminal charges. However, a congressional committee recently took steps to change this, which could prove to be a...
Juveniles in Possession of Alcohol and Drugs When you get caught using or carrying an illegal substance while underage, it may seem as if there is no way to argue against a charge. However, learning more about what minor in possession laws are can be helpful for...
You probably think you know your Miranda rights from watching fictional law enforcement officers recite them so many times on TV or in the movies. But do you? More importantly, do you understand when these rights come into play? FindLaw recapitulates the four Miranda...
When you face a divorce as a parent, the well-being of your children is of your utmost concern. Texas presumes that parents will have joint legal and physical custody, also called conservatorship, of minor children. Knowing what to expect when you negotiate a child...
Vandalism is the act of purposely damaging another person’s property. When an underage person commits this crime, it is juvenile vandalism. The consequences of this crime affect both the juvenile offender and the parents. There were 30,600 juvenile arrests for...
When parents learn their child has been accused of criminal activity, it can be a shock. Naturally, they’ll want to do everything in their power to help them moving forward. Parents might wonder how an arrest and detention could affect their child’s life. The...
It is safe to say that nobody wants to be accused of a sex crime. Whether or not the accusation is true, the stigma can stick with a person for years. This is why it is very important to be fully aware of all the laws surrounding sexual activity, including the age of...
For some people, the allure of going out and drinking is stronger than staying sober. Some may even believe that they can trick the breathalyzer if they're pulled over. The reality is that it is not as easy as it may appear. A breathalyzer identifies when a person has...
When you went out on the town with your friends, you didn't think you would end up spending your night in the local jail. Despite your good intentions for a fun evening out, circumstances resulted in you getting pulled over, accused of DWI and arrested. Your job is...
Anyone who commits fraud is putting him- or herself at risk of criminal charges at the federal level. This is a particular risk if you are caught participating in corporate fraud or are accused of being involved with corporate fraud. Corporate fraud includes various...
