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Is It Legal to Fly a Drone Over Private Property? Laws and Penalties
Before launching your drone for commercial purposes or just fun, know the rules. Federal, state, and local laws all regulate where drones can fly—and violations can mean steep fines or criminal charges, even for recreational flyers.
Rape Laws, Defenses, and Penalties
Rape charges carry some of the most serious penalties in criminal law, and the penalties don't end at sentencing. Understand the full scope of these laws and possible defenses.
Domestic Violence Laws and Penalties
A domestic violence charge can mean jail time, a lifelong criminal record, and restrictions on your rights. Find out how states and federal law define these crimes and what consequences you could face
Revenge Porn: Laws & Penalties
Revenge porn—also called nonconsensual distribution of intimate images (NDII)—is the posting or sharing of sexually explicit images without the subject's consent. Federal law and nearly every state now criminalize it.
Attempted Murder
The crime of attempted murder can be charged when a person intends to commit murder and tries to carry out the killing but, for whatever reason, is unable to accomplish it.
Human Trafficking Laws: Federal and State Penalties
Most people don't know that human trafficking victims never have to cross a border. A trafficker could be living next door. Learn how human trafficking can go unnoticed, how to report it, and what the penalties are.
How to Spot a Grifter: Warning Signs, Common Scams, and What to Do
Grifters, scammers, con artists, and swindlers don't look like criminals, but they're thieves and fraudsters who use a common playbook. Learn to spot grifting tactics and protect yourself.
Doxxing Laws: Crimes, Penalties, and Victim Rights
For victims, doxxing is terrifying—but the law now offers real tools to fight back. For defendants, what feels like retaliation can mean felony charges. Here's what both sides need to know.
Phishing Penalties: Federal and State Laws Explained
For defendants, a single phishing scheme can trigger multiple felony counts under state or federal law. For victims, the damage can follow you for years. This guide covers what the law says, and what to do next.
What Is Marsy's Law?
Crime victims in a dozen states now have constitutional rights thanks to Marsy's Law—but the road has been rocky. Learn what it is, why it was created, and how courts are wrestling with victims' and defendants' rights.