Kobe Bryant, the 25-year-old guard for the Los Angeles Lakers, was accused of sexually assaulting … Read the rest
The Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Court and the FISA
The Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA) was passed by the U.S. Congress in 1978. FISA … Read the rest
General Partner Liability for Partnership Debts
General partnerships are legally recognized entities, with a separate identity and existence. Creation, regulation, and … Read the rest
Insanity Defense Reform Act: Redefining Acquittal Based on Insanity
One rationale for the century-old concept of an “insanity defense” has been that some accused … Read the rest
Assessing and Preventing Child Abuse
The definition of “child abuse” varies by state. Although every definition of child abuse must … Read the rest
When a U.S. Citizen is Arrested Abroad
Many United States citizens might mistakenly believe that if they are arrested abroad, U.S. laws … Read the rest
Writ of Habeas Corpus: Functions and Procedures
First codified in England in the early 1600′s, the “writ of habeas corpus” has existed … Read the rest
The Legalization of Marijuana: Legislative Status
The use of marijuana for medicinal purposes remains controversial, and in most states, illegal. Marijuana … Read the rest
Forensic Entomology: An Overview
Forensic entomology is the scientific study of insects used to aid legal investigations. When a … Read the rest
Expunging Criminal Convictions: An Overview
Convictions and arrests can be an embarrassment and may limit options in a career, employment … Read the rest