Larceny and theft are sometimes considered to be the same under law, but some states still keep them separated. Larceny itself is the unlawful taking of someone else's property when he or she hasn't given you permission and with the intention to keep the property from...
Month: August 2017
What can you do to persuade a jury?
It's in your best interests to be likable when you show up to court. The jury needs to be persuaded to believe what you and your attorney want it to believe. To do that, it's vital that you take the time to think about how the jury will come to a decision. There are...
This is how a judge determines your sentence
If you are convicted of a crime, the next thing that happens is criminal sentencing. Your sentence is based on many factors including whether or not there is a minimum sentencing requirement. Criminal offenses may be penalized with things like community service or may...
Fighting back against allegations or charges of securities fraud
White collar crime charges are serious, and a conviction has the potential to bring life-altering penalties. If you are facing allegations of this type of criminal behavior, you would be wise to learn how you can move to protect your own interests. One type of white...
Vandalism can result in jail time and heavy fines
You thought it was funny to throw eggs at your teacher's car last night, and you weren't aware that they could cause actual damage to the paint. What you didn't know what that the teacher was prepared for acts like this and had a security camera installed on the...