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Gun Storage Laws by State
By Ceylan Pumphrey, Esq. | Last updated on
Whether it's a mass shooting or police shooting a suspect, reports of injuries or deaths because of guns seem to be in the news almost every day. Considering...
Is It Illegal to Text About Drug Use?
By Ceylan Pumphrey, Esq. | Last updated on
From posting a video abusing an animal on Facebook to "joking" about gun violence on Instagram, it seems that people think they're untouchable when it comes to...
What Are the Penalties for Stealing an Animal?
By Ceylan Pumphrey, Esq. | Last updated on
When people have a pet, it's usually just as important as any other member of the family. If someone steals a pet, the owners can be left feeling like a family...
'Joke' Gun Violence Threats on Social Media Will Get You Arrested
By Ceylan Pumphrey, Esq. | Last updated on
Making threats against someone on social media can get you into hot water. But, even just joking about gun violence on social media can get you arrested. Just...
Is It Illegal to Let a Friend Borrow Your Gun?
By Jeffrey Yano, Esq. | Last updated on
Your gun, your rights, your problem? It's pretty common in America to let someone borrow, use, try, or otherwise handle a firearm. Hunters do it in the woods,...
Is It a Crime to Mail White Powder Even If It's Harmless?
By Jeffrey Yano, Esq. | Last updated on
You can never be too careful, opening your mail. Sure, much of it is junk and some of it may include requests for money from your long lost third cousin you...