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Is It a Crime Lie to Police?
You can face criminal consequences for intentionally lying to police. It doesn't matter if you lie to help yourself or a friend or if you lie to get someone in trouble—any of these situations can mean criminal charges.
Expunging or Sealing Adult Criminal Records in Virginia
Virginia’s expungement laws are restrictive, but there are a few circumstances under which you can apply to have your criminal record sealed.
What Is a Suspended Sentence?
A suspended sentence gives a defendant a chance to serve their time in the community rather than behind bars. Many suspended sentences include probation.
Open and Concealed Gun Carry Laws in Alabama
Learn about Alabama’s laws on the possession and carrying of guns.
Burglary and Home Invasions in North Carolina
North Carolina has many, many criminal laws dealing with burglary and related crimes. Burglary, or forcibly entering a house with the intent of committing a crime, is also called home invasion.
California Sexting Laws for Teens and Minors
Sexting images of minors can be prosecuted as child pornography or child exploitation under California's laws, resulting in harsh sentences.
Louisiana Sexting Laws for Teens and Minors
The practice of “sexting”—sending nude or sexually suggestive photos electronically—has grown in recent years, especially among teenagers. Learn about Louisiana's juvenile sexting law.
Washington Sexting Laws for Teens and Minors
Washington punishes sexting images of minors under its laws against sexual exploitation of children.
New York Sexting Laws for Teens and Minors
New York has diversion programs that allow teenagers who are involved in sexting to attend educational programs instead of facing tough criminal penalties.
Texas Sexting Laws for Teens and Minors
Learn about Texas laws prohibiting sexting between teens and sexting a minor. The law reserves its harshest penalties for sexting offenses involving an adult sexting a minor.