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Misdemeanor and Felony Battery in Louisiana
Louisiana's battery laws can result in harsh prison sentences, especially for aggravated and second-degree battery crimes or battery involving a firearm.
Sealing or Expunging Adult Criminal Records in Florida
Florida law allows for the sealing and expunging of criminal records in limited circumstances. Learn what crimes are eligible, who's eligible, and how to get a record expunged in Florida.
Aggravated Sexual Assault Charges and Penalties
States often elevate sexual assault, sexual battery, and rape crimes to aggravated offenses if they involve bodily harm, threats of harm, vulnerable victims, or other harmful conduct.
Weapons Charges in Kentucky
Learn about Kentucky’s open and conceal carry restrictions on guns, knives, and other deadly weapons, and the penalties for violating those restrictions.
Transmitting an STD in Texas
Transmitting or exposing another to an STD can land a person with assault charges in Texas. In some instances, a person can face attempted murder charges.
Possession of a Controlled Substance in Ohio
Learn how Ohio classifies and penalizes drug possession offenses.
Prostitution Laws in New York
New York has laws against buying and selling sex, as well as promoting prostitution.
Bribery Charges and Defenses
Bribery is a serious offense. Learn about bribery crimes under state and federal laws, their penalties, and possible defenses.
What Does "Breaking and Entering" Mean?
States define breaking and entering differently. In some states, breaking and entering is an element of burglary, but other states make it a separate crime.
Federal Embezzlement Laws
Federal embezzlement laws target theft from the federal government or its money. Learn how quickly embezzling can add up to a federal felony and possible prison time.