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Is It Illegal to Join Anonymous?
By Ephrat Livni, Esq. | Last updated on
It is not illegal to join Anonymous because you cannot join. Officially, there is nothing to join, although the collective does provide instructions on...
What Does 'Chain of Custody' Mean?
By Ephrat Livni, Esq. | Last updated on
The term 'chain of custody' refers to the protocol for handling physical proof that will be introduced in a courtroom, ensuring evidence complies with the...
Is Begging Illegal? Anti-Panhandling Laws Across the Land
By Christopher Coble, Esq. | Last updated on
Estimates indicate over half a million people in the United States are homeless. And while that figure may be declining, states still struggle to find a...
Is It a Crime to Point a Gun at Someone?
By Ephrat Livni, Esq. | Last updated on
Often in criminal law, why you do something matters just as much (if not more) than what you do. So pointing a gun at someone can get you into trouble, but how...
Criminal Penalties for Murder Threats
By Christopher Coble, Esq. | Last updated on
We all know you can't threaten to kill the president. But what about a normal person? Or a whole race of people? Does it matter if it was on social media? And...
5 Lessons From 'Affluenza' Teen's Attempted Escape to Mexico
By Christopher Coble, Esq. | Last updated on
Ethan Couch remains in custody in an immigration detention center in Mexico City, after almost a month on the run from law enforcement. The so-called...
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