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How Long Can You Be Held Without Charges?
By Deanne Katz, Esq. | Updated by Vaidehi Mehta, Esq. | Last updated on
Just how long can the police hold you without charging you? The law says arrestees cannot be held without charges for an "unreasonable amount of...
In Jail Before Your Trial? Know Your Rights.
By Vaidehi Mehta, Esq. | Last updated on
So, you’ve been arrested. It doesn’t mean you’ve committed a crime, of course. You’re innocent until proven guilty, and more people go to jail than get sent to...
What to Expect at a Preliminary Hearing
By Stephanie Rabiner, Esq. | Updated by Vaidehi Mehta, Esq. | Last updated on
If you're curious about what happens during a preliminary hearing, you've come to the right place. Also known as a "trial before the trial" or a mini-trial, a...
When Must You Disclose an Expungement?
By Andrew Chow, Esq. | Updated by Melissa Bender, Esq. | Last updated on
If your criminal record has been expunged, do you ever have to disclose it? Generally speaking, the answer is "no" for everyday situations like...
When Can You Conduct a Citizen's Arrest?
By Stephanie Rabiner, Esq. | Updated by Melissa Bender, Esq. | Last updated on
There may come a point in your life during which you're walking down the street only to witness a crime. You may or may not consider stepping in and conducting...
Statistically Speaking: Accidents and Arrests on the Fourth of July
By Joseph Fawbush, Esq. | Last updated on
The Fourth of July is a great holiday. Cookouts, BBQ, fireworks, and freedom: what could be better? Don't worry; FindLaw isn’t here to be a buzzkill. But we...
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