General Law

What Happens If You Jump Bail in Houston?

November 12, 2014

When we think of “bail jumping,” the first thing that comes to mind is the popular reality show, Dog the Bounty Hunter. Now, you might think the mere thought of having Dog hunting you down is enough to convince you to make your court date, but in reality between 32,000 and 35,000 defendants jump bail […]

The Complete Guide to Dating in Jail

October 1, 2014

It’s love that makes the world go round, right? Even in jail? Yes, even in jail. With more than 2.5 million inmates currently languishing in U.S. prisons, that’s a lot of potential partners who are, well – otherwise occupied, let’s just say. But that doesn’t mean they can’t also find love. Here’s the complete guide […]

How Does the FBI Handle Money Laundering Cases?

June 17, 2014

Money laundering is a crime that involves moving or transferring money that was derived from criminal activities. This is usually done to conceal the illegal source of the money. It may also be done to use illegal profits to fund more criminal activity. The Federal Bureau of Investigation prosecutes many money laundering cases. The Bureau […]