Ave Mince-Didier

Attorney · UC Berkeley School of Law

Ave Mince-Didier received her J.D. from the University of California, Berkeley School of Law and her B.A. from Louisiana State University. She handled criminal appeals as a public defender and also worked as a staff attorney at the California Supreme Court. She is licensed to practice law in Georgia and California.

Articles by Ave Mince-Didier

The Circumstantial Evidence Jury Instruction
Circumstantial evidence requires juries to make inferences about guilt. Special jury instructions in many states ensure this evidence must exclude innocence beyond reasonable doubt. Discover how these protections work in criminal trials.
Assault and Aggravated Assault Laws in Utah
In Utah, a person commits the crime of assault by causing, threatening, or attempting to cause injury to another person.
Death Row Prisoners: Visitation Rights
Can you visit someone on death row? Learn about prison visitation rules, including who’s eligible, what to expect, and how to prepare for your visit.
Disobeying a Transportation Security Administration (TSA) Agent
Taking out your frustration on a TSA employee could land you a steep civil penalty or, worse, a criminal conviction.
Consequences of a Child Molestation Conviction
Those convicted of child molestation face long prison sentences and must register as sex offenders. Learn how states define and punish acts of child sex abuse.
Grand Theft Auto
Grand theft auto, or stealing an automobile or other vehicle, is a felony in most states, and may be punished by imprisonment. Learn how states define and punish car theft.
Burglary and Home Invasions in California
In California, a person commits the crime of burglary by entering into a vehicle or building in order to commit a crime inside.
Weapons Charges in North Carolina
North Carolina outlaws certain types of weapons, bans weapons in certain places, and prohibits some people from having guns or other dangerous weapons.
Juvenile and Child Dependency Proceedings
Juvenile or child dependency proceedings determine whether a child's parent or guardian is abusive or neglectful.
What Makes an Item a "Burglar's Tool?"
Learn about illegal possession of burglary tools, examples of burglar tools, what the prosecution must prove, and the penalties for a conviction.
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