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Many people who have watched police dramas or true crime shows have likely seen people being told that they have the right to remain silent and the right to be represented by an attorney. Those rights are actually critical in real-life situations. They’re known as the...
Numerous details influence the charges people face if they possess or consume drugs. If police officers discovered drugs in a person's possession, the type of drug and the amount found directly influence the charges and penalties possible. Sometimes, secondary details...
Being accused of marijuana possession can feel overwhelming, especially with changing laws across different states. Confusion about limits, medical use and location rules often makes these situations harder. Staying calm and informed is essential and the steps you...
Many parents worry that a misdemeanor could affect their child custody arrangement. It is natural to feel concerned, but having a misdemeanor does not automatically mean you will lose custody. In Alabama, the main focus in custody decisions is what is in the best...
It seems like there’s no end to the substances that people can use, alone or mixed together, to get high. Lawmakers often struggle to keep up. In Alabama, a new law recently took effect that prohibits the possession, use and sale of chemical inhalants like nitrous...
Sometimes a drive can turn stressful the moment blue lights appear in the rearview mirror. Even when someone believes they’ve done nothing wrong, the sudden shift from a normal trip to a police encounter can make anyone’s heart race. Traffic stops can move quickly,...
When kids go off to college, they too often get caught up in behavior they wouldn’t on their own due to peer pressure or just the need to fit in and make friends. Getting involved with drugs and underage drinking are two common examples. Engaging in hazing can...
Having your license suspended by a law enforcement officer can feel like a hopeless situation. Without a license, you have no way to pick up your kids, get to work or handle daily business for a certain period. Feeling anxious about this situation is normal, but it is...
Seeing a police car in the rear-view mirror with lights and sirens on can be frightening, even if you don’t think you’ve done anything wrong. When drivers know or believe a police stop could be a problem, either because they’ve got an outstanding warrant, there are...
Decades ago, marijuana was illegal at the federal level and in every single state. That has changed drastically in the last twenty years. Marijuana is still a Schedule I substance at the federal level. That classification means that the federal government does not...
