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What Is the 'Felony Murder' Rule?
By Deanne Katz, Esq. | Last updated on
A murder conviction generally punishes people who kill others either intentionally or through extreme recklessness. But the "felony murder" rule punishes...
Man Arrested for Girlfriend's Visine Poisoning
By Tanya Roth, Esq. | Last updated on
Visine is meant to "get the red out" of dry, itchy eyes. But a California man is accused of using Visine to poison his girlfriend. A chemical in Visine can...
What Is Rape by Intoxication?
By Deanne Katz, Esq. | Last updated on
Rape is a crime that most people have at least some understanding of, but do you know what rape by intoxication is? A Canadian tourist has been charged with...
Jodi Arias Trial: Can Jurors Question Witnesses?
By Andrew Lu | Last updated on
We know that the major parties in a criminal prosecution or civil lawsuit can question witnesses and clear up any confusion. Lawyers can question witnesses....
What Are Your Rights During a Police Lineup?
By Deanne Katz, Esq. | Last updated on
If there's one piece of criminal procedure that's overplayed in crime dramas, it's the police lineup. Sure, it's a real part of criminal investigation, but...
Buy a Gun? You Can't if You're Disqualified
By Deanne Katz, Esq. | Last updated on
The Second Amendment protects the rights of most citizens to buy a gun, but some people are disqualified. Chalk it up to yet another limit on the right to...
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