It can be a stressful time seeing those flashing red and blue lights. However, staying composed during this time is critical to navigating this police encounter. Before you try to resist, argue or interfere with the officer, you need to remember to stay calm. Even if...
Month: March 2021
Which actions are considered violent crimes?
Several actions are considered violent crimes, otherwise considered felonies. Violent crimes can include homicide and violent robbery. The FBI uniform crime reporting program defines violent crimes as offenses involving force or the threat to use force. Violent...
Dealing with violent crime charges
Violent crimes are any cases that involve the threat of force, use of force or use of weapons. Most people tend to think that violent crime is only associated with physical harm. However, any threats of harm that lead to genuine or immediate fear also constitute...
What steps should you take if you are falsely accused of a serious crime?
If you are falsely accused of a serious crime, the realization of the criminal charges brought against you can quickly send you into a tailspin. Confusion, anger, and shock are all common and justifiable feelings of individuals being charged with a crime that they did...
The obscure world of white-collar crime
The recent trends in white-collar crime have not been without cause. They coincide with a massive global pandemic that has created uncertainty, social isolation, and unemployment for millions. Because of these conditions, people have turned to other means to support...
Raise the Age law
Have you heard about the Raise the Age (RTA) law? Well, it is a law that was meant to take effect in 2021 and has partially been implemented. The law was informed by the fact that children aged 17 years were being charged as adults and that had detrimental effects to...