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WHAT IS YOUNG ADULTS COURT?

WHAT IS YOUNG ADULTS COURT?

Boating in Washington State: Important Laws To Know

Operating a vessel on Washington's waterways requires a significant knowledge of both legal requirements and common sense. These are the some of the most important laws to know when boating.

Truth in Sentencing: Receiving Credit for Time Served Outside of Jail-EHM v. Pretrial Services

When an individual is charged with a crime and awaiting trial, they are subject to pretrial detention. While most people perceive the notion of pretrial detention as being in custody at the county jail, there are other forms of pretrial detention that don’t require an individual to necessarily be incarcerated.

The Varying Meanings of Sexual Misconduct

Because of the onslaught of allegations related to “sexual misconduct,” it is very easy to misconstrue and confuse the meanings of individual instances of allegations.

First Degree Murder, Second Degree Murder, and Involuntary Manslaughter

The most serious crime that an individual can be charged with in Illinois is the Crime of First Degree Murder.

When does someone have to register as a Sex Offender?

In Illinois, convictions for sex offenses can have many devastating consequences.

Taking an Effective Deposition in a Criminal Case

How to prepare and take depositions when they are allowed in criminal cases.

IOWA CRIMINAL EXPUNGEMENTS

Discussion of expunging criminal charges and convictions in Iowa.

Why Pay For A Lawyer?

Scroll to the section with the title above to read about the importance of having your own, personal, private attorney versus being represented by the Public Defender.

To Bail or Not to Bail?

Scroll to the article section titled "To Bail or Not to Bail" for more information regarding the bail and arrest process.

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