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5 Dumb Ways to Get Arrested Over Christmas
By Brett Snider, Esq. | Last updated on
It would be ho-ho-horrible to spend Christmas behind bars, yet people still manage to get arrested over this joyous time of year. So don't be a merry moron,...
What Happens If You Make a School Bomb Threat?
By Brett Snider, Esq. | Last updated on
School bomb threats can cause real panic even if the threat is a hoax, and the perpetrators can face real legal consequences. A bomb scare suspect at Harvard...
Using a Fake ID? 5 Potential Legal Consequences
By Betty Wang, JD | Last updated on
Using a fake ID can lead to serious legal consequences. While it may be tempting to use a fake ID for acts that seem "innocent" or "victimless" -- such as...
Fleeing From Justice: What Can Happen?
By Jenny Tsay, Esq. | Last updated on
Fleeing from justice is an overall bad idea. Not only will you be considered a fugitive, but there are no legal benefits for trying to escape criminal...
Joran Van Der Sloot's U.S. Extradition Set for 2038
By Brett Snider, Esq. | Last updated on
Joran van der Sloot is set to be extradited to the United States to stand trial for a crime he allegedly commited in the wake of Natalee Holloway's...
1st-Time DUI: 5 Things You Should Know
By Jenny Tsay, Esq. | Last updated on
After your first arrest for a DUI, you'll probably have a lot of questions. Don't worry, you're not alone. First-time DUI, DWI, or OWI defendants typically...
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