In the criminal justice system, defendants can be charged with crimes based upon their specific actions. For example, a person who steals a car can face legal charges and potentially be convicted because they committed an action that is in violation of the law. However, the legal system also considers the state of mind of […]
Recently, several major news stories have highlighted the reality of inappropriate relationships between students and educators. These incidents are an example of an illegal relationship between an adult and a minor. These cases are unique because of the relationship between the educator and the student under their care.
In the criminal justice system, few things are as serious as charges of sexual assault or rape. In a matter of moments, just one accusation has the power to completely alter the life of the accused. The court will take all accusations of rape very seriously and thorough investigations may be ordered. When someone […]
These days, just about everyone uses a cellphone. Whether it’s for making calls, playing games or sharing photos, cellphones have become extremely common. Because these devices make it so easy to take and share photos, the practice of sexting has also become more common. People can send explicit or nude photos of themselves to anyone […]
A recent story out of Missouri City, Texas has brought to light the reality of money laundering crimes in Texas. Most people hear the term “money laundering” and imagine a massive operation that takes place inside of a multi-million dollar business firm. Likewise, hearing the term “theft” can make people imagine low-level robberies carried out […]
