Is It Illegal to Not Report a Crime?
A large number of crimes are brought to the attention of law enforcement when they are reported by members of the public. The police can’t be everywhere at all times. They often rely on reports from individuals who witnessed crimes or discovered crimes after the fact. In some states, failing to report certain crimes is […]
How Public Lewdness Arrests Affect Your Career
Public lewdness is a broad term that covers a variety of prohibited behaviors. These prohibited behaviors include sexual activity, inappropriate touching or indecent exposure. Any type of public sexual display that is deemed inappropriate may be considered public lewdness. A public lewdness conviction may have consequences beyond the immediate legal penalties. A criminal record showing […]
Busted for Human Trafficking: You May Be in Serious Trouble
Human trafficking is a criminal act that involves transporting human beings for illegal purposes or forcing people to perform illegal acts for profit. This activity is usually done for the purposes of prostitution, drug distribution, forced labor or illegal immigration. Trafficking people is a serious crime with grave consequences. Many states throughout the country have […]
Improper Photography: What Is Considered “Improper?”
Photography and visual recording are more widely available than ever before. Smartphone cameras, webcams and affordable digital camcorders allow almost anyone to capture pictures or video footage of anything that they can see. While this is a major technological innovation, misuse of these technologies can result in legal prosecution.