What Constitutes Assault?
In the past, assault and battery were considered two different situations, as well as two separate charges. However, in today’s legal system, assault has come to mean both the threat of physical harm and the actual act of physically harming another person. Understanding the…
Gun Violence in Arizona
In 2015, the state of Arizona received two number one rankings related to gun ownership. While Guns and Ammo magazine ranked Arizona as the best state for gun owners, the Brady Campaign to Prevent Gun Violence also called Arizona the best state for criminals…
What Happened in the Recent Supreme Court Decision About Domestic Violence?
The Supreme Court recently decided a case in which the issue of gun rights and domestic violence offenders were involved. In Voisine v. U.S., a Maine resident, Mr. Voisine was investigated for shooting wildlife illegally. During the course of the investigation, law enforcement discovered…
Kansas: Dumb Laws from the Sunflower State
The Midwestern state of Kansas is home to the rolling Great Plains and a thriving aviation and agriculture industry. Despite its reputation as a down-to-earth state, Kansas is also home to some dumb laws you might be inclined to disbelieve. Persons may not “screech”…
Are You High, Colorado? 3 Trippy Laws from the Centennial State
Also known as the Centennial State, Colorado is famous for its mountain terrain and its legalization of marijuana possession. However, Colorado is also known for several crazy state laws meant to protect its citizens and property from some rather strange types of harm. One…
The Differences Between a Misdemeanor and a Felony
Crimes are divided into several categories, which depend upon the severity of the crime. When you are accused of a crime, its category will determine the type of punishment or other consequences you may face if convicted. While infractions are considered minor crimes typically…