Crime

Plain-English legal guides, explained clearly and kept up to date.

Jul 9, 2026 11 min read

A detailed look at how courts and law enforcement distinguish hate crimes from hate incidents when assault and racial slurs…

Jul 9, 2026 9 min read

An in-depth look at synthetic marijuana, its severe health risks, legal issues, and how to protect yourself and loved ones.

Jul 9, 2026 8 min read

A practical guide to avoiding common mistakes when hiring a DUI lawyer, from assessing experience and fees to communication and…

Jul 9, 2026 9 min read

An original legal explainer on religious food accommodations for incarcerated Jewish people during Sukkot and the limits of prison policy.

Jul 9, 2026 11 min read

Explains when and why jails may strip search people arrested for minor offenses, the Supreme Court’s role, and key rights…

Jul 9, 2026 9 min read

An in-depth look at the John Goodman DUI manslaughter case, its legal twists, and what it reveals about alcohol, driving,…

Jul 9, 2026 10 min read

An in-depth look at New York’s requirement that nearly all convicted offenders provide DNA, its legal basis, benefits, and privacy…

Jul 9, 2026 9 min read

An in-depth look at Gov. Jerry Brown’s commutation in a shaken baby case, the medical controversy, and what it reveals…

Jul 9, 2026 11 min read

Learn how to navigate hiring laws, rebuild credentials, and present your past honestly while securing fair employment.

Jul 9, 2026 11 min read

An in-depth look at warrantless GPS tracking, the Fourth Amendment, and the good faith exception in modern criminal cases.