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Can I Legally Drive With My Trunk Open?
By FindLaw Staff | Last updated on
Many people occasionally drive their cars, trucks, or SUVs with the trunk open. This may or may not be legal, depending on the vehicle you are driving, the...
What Is Entrapment?
By Andrew Leonatti | Last updated on
"Hey man, I've got that really good stuff here. You know you want it." You proceed to buy the drugs, but then your "dealer" reveals himself...
Do Non-Moving Violations Affect My Car Insurance?
By Christopher Coble, Esq. | Last updated on
Got a speeding ticket? Your insurance could go up. Got a DUI? Definitely get ready to pay more each month. What if you got a parking ticket or other non-moving...
Civil Rights During a Traffic Stop: 5 Reminders
By Brett Snider, Esq. | Last updated on
Your civil rights may seem like just a concept until they're put to the test. Perhaps the most common situation in which Americans reach for their rights is...
What to Do When Facing a Bench Warrant
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So you had a bad day, forgot about your court date, and just found out that the judge issued a bench warrant for your arrest. What is that, and what are you...
What Is Manslaughter?
By Kellie Pantekoek, Esq. | Last updated on
There are a lot of legal categories under the topic of the unlawful killing of another person: first-degree murder, second-degree murder, felony murder, and...
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