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Burglary and Criminal Trespass in Pennsylvania
In Pennsylvania, it is illegal to enter onto private property without permission. Burglary, home invasion, and trespass laws strive to protect people and their property from these intrusions.
Alabama Laws on Sexting by Teens and Minors
Alabama is one of the states that does not have a teen sexting law. As a result, teens and minors who send or receive sext messages can face harsh penalties under the state’s child pornography and obscenity laws.
Pennsylvania Sexting Laws for Teens and Minors
Pennsylvania created a law that specifically addresses teen sexting offenses. Felony charges, however, remain an option. Learn more about Pennsylvania's laws.
Georgia Sexting Laws for Teens and Minors
In Georgia, teens and minors accused of sexting images of or to a minor can be charged with a felony or misdemeanor, depending on the circumstances involved.
Arkansas Sexting Laws for Teens and Minors
Sexting with a minor can result in serious charges. Learn how Arkansas handles teen sexting.
Criminal Statutes of Limitations
Statutes of limitations establish time limits for charging defendants with crimes. When a prosecutor charges a defendant with a crime after the statute of limitations has expired, the defendant can have the charges dismissed.
Kentucky Marijuana Laws
The possession and sale of any amount of marijuana is illegal in Kentucky, and potential penalties vary by the amount possessed or sold.
Revenge Porn in Illinois
Learn about the crimes and penalties for nonconsensual distribution of private or digitally altered sexual images in Illinois.
North Carolina Sexting Laws for Teens and Minors
Learn about North Carolina's laws prohibiting sexting images of and to minors.
Animal Cruelty Laws
All states outlaw cruelty to animals, as well as neglect and other forms of mistreatment. Criminal penalties range from modest fines to felony prison time.