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How Do Prosecutors Prove Intent in Burglary Cases?
Learn how prosecutors prove intent in burglary cases using direct or circumstantial evidence.
How a Bail or Bond Reduction Hearing Works
There are constitutional and other limits on how much bail a court can impose on a defendant, which can support the defendant’s request for bond reduction.
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.
What Is the Difference Between Burglary and Larceny?
While burglary and larceny offenses both involve property, these two crimes tend to be more different than alike.
Expunging or Sealing a Juvenile Court Record
If you're a former juvenile offender, you might be able to clear your juvenile court record by getting it expunged or sealed. Learn how juvenile record expungement works.
Perjury: Laws and Penalties
Perjury, the crime of lying under oath, is a serious offense because it can derail the basic goal of the justice system—discovering the truth. Learn what perjury is and how it's punished.
What Is the Punishment for Joyriding?
States differ widely on punishments for joyriding. Some states consider joyriding as a less serious offense than theft, while others punish it the same as vehicle theft. A joyrider could be looking at probation, jail time, or even prison.
Cyberbullying and Cyberstalking Laws in Virginia
A person who commits cyberbullying (online harassment) or cyberstalking in Virginia can face serious criminal penalties, including substantial incarceration time and hefty fines.
Can Police Officers Insist that Intoxicated People Go to Jail or a Hospital to Sober Up?
In many states, police officers have a fair bit of leeway in deciding whether a person is intoxicated and, if so, whether the person should go to jail or a hospital or treatment center until no longer intoxicated.
Texas Public Intoxication Laws
While a ticket for public intoxication might seem trivial, it can easily lead to more serious problems. You might have to sit in jail or detox to sober up, or you could get arrested for additional offenses.