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Expunging or Sealing Adult Criminal Records in Maine
Maine offers very few options to shield criminal history records from public view. Convictions are always public unless the person gets a pardon or, for certain class E crimes, a court order to seal the record.
Expunging or Sealing Adult Criminal Records in South Carolina
Learn more about the expungement process in South Carolina, and what criminal records are eligible for expungement.
Assault and Battery Laws and Penalties in Michigan
Learn about the penalties that apply to misdemeanor and felony assault and assault-and-battery crimes in Michigan.
Can You Work While on House Arrest?
House arrest with work privileges sounds appealing, especially when compared to jail. But it's a good idea to understand the costs, responsibilities, and restrictions associated with home detention and work release.
Child Desertion and Abandonment
Parents or guardians who care for minor children have a legal responsibility to protect the children and ensure they are not exposed to harm. When such an adult deserts or abandons a child, that behavior is often a crime.
Michigan Felony Crimes by Class and Sentences
In Michigan, felonies are serious crimes that are punishable by more than one year in prison. Michigan law categorizes felonies into nine classes
Forgery Laws in Kentucky
Many forgery offenses in Kentucky result in felony penalties, including those involving criminal possession of a forged instrument.
Massachusetts' Laws on Assault and Battery
In Massachusetts, a person can commit the crime of assault or the crime of assault and battery. Assaults and batteries that cause serious injury or that are committed against particular victims or for particular purposes can be punished as felonies.
Forgery Laws and Penalties
The penalty for forgery—making, using, or possessing false documents and instruments—often varies according to the type of document altered, with important government documents at the top of the penalty list.
Possession of Marijuana: Alternatives to Jail
Many states have reduced penalties for possession of a small amount of marijuana—some states have decriminalized low-level possession offenses, while others impose criminal penalties but offer options to avoid jail time.