More Articles by Rebecca Pirius
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Can a Victim Press Charges? How the Process Works
"Press charges" is a phrase everyone knows, but few people understand. Find out who actually files criminal charges, what evidence it takes, and how much say victims really have in the process
Runaway Teenagers: Laws and Legal Options
If a teen runs away from home, state law determines what happens next. Learn about status offenses, harboring laws, legal options, and getting help.
Sex Trafficking Laws and Penalties
Sex trafficking is a felony under federal law and in all 50 states. Learn how the law defines it, what penalties traffickers face, and how child sex trafficking is treated differently.
Can Alexa Be Used Against You in a Criminal Case?
Smart home devices don't just make life easier—they generate logs of your movements, habits, and conversations. Learn how law enforcement accesses that data, and what legal rights you actually have
Burglary, Illegal Entry, and Criminal Trespass in Oklahoma
Breaking into a home, vehicle, or building in Oklahoma can lead to serious felony charges. Find out how Oklahoma classifies burglary by degree, what criminal trespass means, and how penalties escalate based on the facts of your case.
Illegal Steroids and HGH: Criminal Charges and Penalties
Illegal steroids and HGH aren't just a professional athlete problem. From gym culture to anti-aging clinics, find out what the criminal penalties are for possession, distribution, and doping scheme violations.
Can You Be Convicted of Rape If You Previously Had Consensual Sex?
Prior sexual history is not consent. This article explains the legal standard, how these cases are prosecuted, and what rape shield laws mean for defendants and victims.
Oklahoma Felony Crimes by Class and Sentences
Facing a felony charge in Oklahoma? The state's new sentencing law took effect in 2026. Find out how the 15 felony classes work, what penalties apply, and what happens if you have prior felony convictions.
North Carolina Criminal Statute of Limitations
Statutes of limitations set time limits for prosecutors to file criminal charges in a case. North Carolina prosecutors can file felony charges at any time, but they must file most misdemeanor charges within two years of the crime.
Tennessee Criminal Statute of Limitations
Learn how long prosecutors in Tennessee have to file criminal charges after a crime is committed.