The United States Constitution, through its Fourth Amendment, protects you, your house and your belongings from unreasonable searches and seizures by the government. The Amendment is also the foundation of law for search warrants, surveillance, stop-and-frisk, safety...
Year: 2022
If You Have Confessed, Do You Have To Plead Guilty?
If you have confessed to a crime while in police custody and now it is time to go to court, you may believe you have no further recourse but to plead guilty. You must understand that this is not the case. If you have confessed, you still have a right to plead not...
What Distinguishes A State From A Federal White Collar Crime?
White-collar crimes are serious offenses chargeable under state and federal laws. Perpetrators at the individual or corporate level commit these crimes for financial gain. Although these crimes do not involve violent acts, convictions carry potentially harsh...
Avoid Talking To The Police, Even When You Are Innocent
You have the right to remain silent if the police want to question you. Should you exercise this even if you are innocent? While the common thought is your innocence should abscond any mistakes you make when speaking to the police, this may prove false. Before...