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Many defendants can't raise the entire amount of their bail. Learn about the role of a bail bonds agent at FindLaw's Criminal Procedure section.
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A criminal defendant has a right to appeal the judgment of a trial court to the appellate court. Often, further appeals only happen with court permission.
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Click on any state or jurisdiction to find out about applicable minimum wage and overtime laws from FindLaw.
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Though you may be arrested for using illegal drugs, there are generally no additional criminal charges for doing so while pregnant. Two states, Alabama and South Carolina, have upheld criminal child abuse verdicts for prenatal illegal drug use, primarily on the grounds those states believe a viable fetus is a person. In the other 48 states, you are relatively safe. Tennessee had a specific criminal law against using illegal drugs while pregnant, though it expired in 2016.
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FindLaw defines embezzlement, highlighting the betrayal of trust in theft crimes. Learn about the elements of this crime, notable cases and penalties for this crime.
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With Election Day fast approaching, many branches of government are on high alert. There is concern for elected officials, of course, with two assassination attempts already on former President Donald Trump. But it is not just elected officials who are at risk. According to a top security official for…
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Artificial intelligence has been all over the news recently. Its use seems to be increasing in all aspects of life. But, so far AI innovations have come with a host of legal problems. This includes how AI programs are "trained" (using copyrighted material) and programs that make "new"…
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"Googled" has become a popular verb for everyday life. Whenever someone wants to search for something on the internet, typically they will say they are "googling" it even if they don't use the Google search engine to conduct their actual search. But the U.S. government and the majority of…
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In some limited situations, an individual can be sued for yelling at or for insulting another person. While the threshold for when an insult or scream crosses the line is rather hazy, there are some clearly defined lines that are helpful.
For instance, if the yelling is threatening violence, or is done in a way where the listener fears for their physical safety, there are likely possible legal consequences.
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Becoming a United States Supreme Court Justice is not an easy task, and for good reason. The individuals who sit on our country's highest court are all guaranteed a position for life under current rules. The Court's opinions can greatly affect the national legal and political landscape. By allowing…
