Beginning January 1, a batch of new laws will go into effect in Minnesota. You can check out the full list of laws at the Minnesota House of Representatives website, but we want to focus on three laws that will impact criminal law or criminal activity. Below, you can see the three criminal law changes […]
How Does A Bail Bond Work?
If you’re a fan of Perry Mason or Law & Order, odds are you’re familiar with the phrase “bail.” Simply put, bail is the amount of money the court holds until trial is complete to ensure the accused shows up for all of his or her court dates. In television shows, you’ll often hear […]
Identity Theft Is America’s Fastest Growing Crime
Earlier today Target confirmed that as many as 40 million individuals may have had their credit and debit card information stolen after a massive security breach was revealed. Target’s security systems were breached from the day before Thanksgiving trough December 15. A person who used their card at the retail store or on Target.com may […]
“Voluntary” Cheek Swabs Draw Questions About Constitutionality
With the assistance of local police officers, a private firm conducting research on drugged driving forced Pennsylvania motorists off the road and demanded they submit to cheek swabs and DNA testing without cause. The incident in question occurred last Friday, and it left many motorists feeling violated and questioning their fourth amendment rights. “I feel […]
Shoplifting Crimes Increase During The Holidays
Shoplifting costs retailers over $13 billion dollars each year, and as more shoppers flock to the malls in the days leading up to Christmas, it’s no surprise that the holiday season is the busiest time of year for loss prevention teams across the nation. According to the National Association for Shoplifting Prevention, over 27 million […]
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