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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.
Hate Crimes: Laws and Penalties
Hate crimes, or bias-motivated crimes, are offenses committed because the victim is a member of a certain group, such as a racial or religious minority.
Hate Crimes That Changed History
Hate crime legislation was often spurred by instances of particularly deprived crimes.
The Death Penalty Appeals Process
Capital cases—those subject to the death penalty—can take decades to go through the legal system. Lengthy trials and appeals can result in decades on death row.