Ave Mince-Didier

Attorney · UC Berkeley School of Law

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Disorderly Conduct in Minnesota
Learn about Minnesota's laws and penalties prohibiting acts that disturb the peace, such as disorderly conduct, unlawful assemblies, and riots.
Arkansas Misdemeanor Crimes by Class and Sentences
In Arkansas, misdemeanors are crimes punishable by up to one year in county or local jail.
Should I Admit Guilt to My Criminal Defense Attorney?
It's up to the judge or jury to determine guilt. Your job is to be candid with your defense attorney, so that he or she can present the best possible defense.
Juvenile Simple Assault
A juvenile can be charged with simple assault for injuring another person, threatening to or attempting to injure another person, or even making another person afraid.
What to Do and Not Do When Arrested
Being arrested is stressful. Understand your rights when arrested, so you can stay calm and not inadvertently make things worse.
State RICO Laws
Many states have enacted racketeering laws to prosecute organized crime, as well as otherwise legitimate businesses that participate in criminal activity. Racketeering laws allow state prosecutors to bring all of an organization's different criminal acts together in one single prosecution.
Home Invasions
Having one's home invaded is traumatic. The law recognizes the sanctity of one's home and provides harsh penalties for home invasion crimes, such as burglary.
Transmitting an STD in New York
Knowingly exposing a sexual partner to an STD, such as HIV, herpes, or gonorrhea, is a crime.
What Happens If You Get Caught With Contraband in Prison?
Prisons have very strict rules about what items can and cannot be brought into the prison. Prisoners and visitors who violate these rules can get into serious trouble, including being charged with a crime.
Forfeiting Property in a Criminal Case
Federal law allows the government to seize property, including money, from people convicted of certain federal crimes. The seizure is known as “forfeiture,” and it’s done without compensation to the owner.
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