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Why Don't Police Shoot to Wound?
By Brett Snider, Esq. | Last updated on
Police are often harshly criticized for their lethal use of firearms, giving many reason to wonder: Why don't police shoot to wound? That was CNN's Wolf...
5 Legal Facts About Autopsies That You May Not Know
By Daniel Taylor, Esq. | Last updated on
You probably know that an autopsy is an examination performed on a body after death, usually to determine the cause of death. But with the autopsy of Ferguson,...
When Can Police Place You in Handcuffs?
By Daniel Taylor, Esq. | Last updated on
Many people associate being handcuffed by police with being arrested and read Miranda rights. However, there are several different situations, including but...
5 BB Gun Laws You Need to Know
By Daniel Taylor, Esq. | Last updated on
BB and pellet guns may seem like toys to some, but legally, they may be treated more like weapons. Police in Ohio certainly considered the BB/pellet rifle...
What Can Happen If You Skip Your Criminal Court Hearing?
By Brett Snider, Esq. | Last updated on
So you skipped a criminal court hearing. You may be hoping to read that it's no big deal, but this isn't something trivial. Real talk: It won't change the...
5 DUI Terms Every Driver Should Know
By Daniel Taylor, Esq. | Last updated on
Chances are good that you already know what DUI means. After all, drunken driving -- no matter what you call the offense -- is a crime in every state. But...
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