Research published in the Journal of Criminal Justice suggests that courts tend to go easier on women compared to men in some aspects of criminal proceedings. For their study, researchers decided to take a broader look at gender disparities in the criminal justice system. A team of four researchers explored two key aspects of criminal trial hearings […]
Restraining Order Violations in Minnesota
If you find yourself being harassed by an ex-boyfriend, family member or classmate, you can file for a restraining order in Minnesota. Applying for a restraining order in Minnesota is pretty straightforward. First, you need to submit a petition that includes the following: The name of the alleged harassment victim; The name of the respondent; […]
Common Black Friday Crimes
Black Friday is here, and that means millions of people will head out to the retail stores or the outlet malls to get the best deals on all their holiday shopping. But Black Friday also has a more sinister side, full of crime and violence. Today, we take a closer look at some crimes that […]
Minnesota Plans To Reduce Many Future Drug Crime Sentences
The Minnesota Sentencing Guidelines Commission approved a motion that would reduce prison sentencing guidelines for a variety of drug crime offenses. The approved measure would reduce prison sentences for individuals convicted of first- and second-degree drug possession. First-degree possession sentences would be nearly cut in half, and second-degree offenders could receive probation instead of the current […]
How To Attack Standardized Field Sobriety Tests and Breath Tests
(Below is a guest post from our friends at The Law Offices of Zev Goldstein. Mr. Goldstein is a criminal defense attorney in New York who helps citizens contest all sorts of charges, from minor traffic tickets to cases of drunk driving or police brutality. If you ever end up in trouble in New York, […]
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