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What Is Community Service? When Can You Get It?
By Brett Snider, Esq. | Last updated on
Community service isn't something you have to be ordered to do, but for many it is an alternative to jail time.However, not every act of community work will...
In Fla., 'Stand Your Ground' Now Applies to Warning Shots Too
By Brett Snider, Esq. | Last updated on
Florida has clarified its "Stand Your Ground" law with a new bill, expanding its protection to warning shots as well as the use of actual force. Florida Gov....
12 Angry Hipsters: Are Young, White Jurors Harder on Defendants?
By Brett Snider, Esq. | Last updated on
Hipsters are filtering into every aspect of urban life, even criminal juries. In fact, some New York City defense attorneys have begun to notice a disturbing...
Man Who Infected Girl, 15, With HIV Gets 95 Years in Prison
By Brett Snider, Esq. | Last updated on
A Texas man who infected a 15-year-old girl with HIV has been sentenced to 95 years in prison. Matthew Louis Reese, 31, of Dallas, pleaded guilty Tuesday to...
Representing Yourself in Court: A Few Pros and Cons
By Brett Snider, Esq. | Last updated on
Representing yourself in court may seem like an attractive option, but you should weigh the pros and cons before stepping into court on your own. While not...
Missed Your DUI Court Date? What Should You Do?
By Brett Snider, Esq. | Last updated on
Missing a court date is never a good idea, especially in a DUI case.There are any number of reasons or excuses you might give for missing a DUI court date --...
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