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Who Gets Protective Custody in Jail or Prison?
By Brett Snider, Esq. | Last updated on
Some convicts and people who get arrested (especially celebrities) are placed in a sort of "protective custody" in jail or prison, segregated from the general...
Is 'Fake Pot' (aka K2 or Spice) Illegal?
By Aditi Mukherji, JD | Last updated on
K2 or Spice -- commonly known as "fake pot" -- is made up of plant materials that are laced with synthetic marijuana compounds. They have become increasingly...
Teen, Pregnant Wife Charged in Trooper's Murder
By Aditi Mukherji, JD | Last updated on
A 19-year-old man has been charged with a Michgan state trooper's murder. The teen's pregnant wife is also facing criminal charges. Eric Knysz allegedly...
10 DUI Abbreviations Every Driver Should Know
By Brett Snider, Esq. | Last updated on
Drunken driving laws contain an alphabetic menagerie of acronyms: DWI, DUI, BAC, OVI, and HGN, just to name a few. Knowing what they mean could help you in...
Victim of a Fake 911 Call? What Can You Do?
By Aditi Mukherji, JD | Last updated on
When you're the victim of a fake or malicious 911 call, you may be wondering what steps you can take to protect yourself -- and perhaps even get back at the...
Facebook Harassment: Should You Call the Cops?
By Aditi Mukherji, JD | Last updated on
When it comes to Facebook harassment, knowing when to get the cops involved can be a tricky matter. Generally, the line in the sand should be the point when...
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