Rebecca Pirius

Attorney · Mitchell Hamline School of Law

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Mississippi Marijuana Laws
Except for medical marijuana, weed is illegal in Mississippi. Learn how the laws and penalties work in Mississippi.
Disorderly Conduct in Pennsylvania
Fighting or yelling obscenities in public could get you arrested for disorderly conduct. Learn how Pennsylvania penalizes behavior that disturbs the peace.
Disorderly Conduct in Texas
Texas has extensive laws prohibiting disorderly conduct. Generally, disorderly conduct laws criminalize behavior that is likely to disturb the peace or upset, scare, offend, or annoy others.
Arizona Felony Crimes by Class and Sentences
Learn how felony sentencing works in Arizona, how previous convictions and other aggravated circumstances can affect the length of your prison sentence, and when you might get probation instead of imprisonment.
Kentucky Felony Crimes by Class and Sentences
Kentucky has five felony levels: capitol offenses and Class A, B, C, and D felonies. Each class has a minimum and maximum penalty that guides sentencing decisions for judges.
Class E and Level 5 Felonies
Class E felonies are low- to mid-level felony offenses that carry a wide range of penalties. Learn if your state uses this felony classification and what it means.
Who Can See Your Expunged Criminal Record?
Expunging your criminal record will enable you to answer "No" when asked if you have one. But in some situations, your record will be available and can be used against you.
Class B and Level Two Misdemeanors
Mid-level misdemeanors are often classified as class B, class 2, or level 2. In many states, they carry jail sentences of 30 to 180 days and a fine.
How Do Prosecutors Prove Intent in Burglary Cases?
Learn how prosecutors prove intent in burglary cases using direct or circumstantial evidence.
Burglary in the Second Degree
Many states divide burglaries into classes or degrees based on the seriousness of the crime, the type of building involved, and the potential for injury or damage.