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When building a criminal case, police officers and prosecutors often rely on eyewitness testimony to prove the guilt of a crime. Over the last few decades, scientists and researchers have come to believe that eyewitness testimony may not be as accurate as previously...
After filing for bankruptcy, your credit score will lower and you might find it difficult to obtain a credit card. Over time, the impact of bankruptcy on your credit report will lessen, but in the meantime, there are ways you can work your way up to a new credit card....
Suffering from a burn injury often requires immediate medical attention, but other burns may be treatable at home. Knowing the difference between burn injury severity can help you determine what sort of treatment you may need for your own burn. First degree burns...
Like all states, California schedules controlled substances based on multiple factors, including the level of addictiveness. When making judgments in drug cases, the court considers the type of drug, the amount in possession and the person's history of offenses. Five...
When dealing with debt collectors, it is important to know your rights under the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA). This preserves your rights to avoid debt collector harassment, as well as the lesser-known issue of debt collector manipulation through the use...
The U.S. Constitution affords some valuable rights to those who police officers believe may have committed a crime. Among others, these rights include your basic right not to incriminate yourself. This means you do not have to voluntarily give officers information...
Many California residents feel uneasy upon finding out they are the subject of a federal investigation, and with good reason. Federal crimes often bring with them lofty penalties, and if the allegation against you leads to a conviction, you may face jail time, steep...
Road rage often contributes to roadway crashes, and California sees more than its fair share of aggressive drivers. In fact, California is among the worst states in the nation for road rage, which occurs when a motorist experiences anger and exhibits aggression in an...
If you get charged with a crime, you may not know what to do next. The thought of going to court may cause a lot of stress. Because of this, you may feel the urge to post on social media. However, this can have some drawbacks. How social media makes a difference If...
A police search that turns up supposed evidence implicating you in a crime could anger you if the police acted without a warrant. In certain situations, the police can conduct a warrantless search, such as when evidence is in plain view. However, if police officers...