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Indiana Sexting Laws for Teens and Minors
Sexting images of or to minors constitutes a felony in Indiana. Indiana law provides a defense for consensual sexting between minors or a young adult and minor but only under certain circumstances.
Cyberbullying and Online Harassment in Massachusetts
Cyberbullying and online harassment are not only harmful but can also cross the line to criminal conduct.
Teen Cyberbullying and Harassment Laws
Teenage bullying is nothing new, but it's become even more prevalent and problematic through the use of technology.
New York Sex Offense Laws and Penalties
New York law carries harsh penalties for sex offenses that go beyond time behind bars and can last a lifetime. Learn about felony sentencing, enhanced penalties, post-release supervision, sex offender registration, and more.
Can I Press Charges for Theft or Assault?
Learn the difference between filing a police report and pressing criminal charges.
Racial Profiling and the Police
Racial profiling by police refers to officers who target individuals for stops, searches, and arrests based on their race rather than behavior that indicates criminal activity.
Federal Sentencing Guidelines
The federal sentencing guidelines are rules that federal judges are required to consider when sentencing someone who has been convicted of a crime.
Misprision of Felony
In some states, failing to report a felony is a crime. Learn what it means to commit misprision of a felony
Indiana Laws on Dealing in a Controlled Substance (Sale or Delivery)
Dealing in drugs carries stiff penalties in Indiana. Learn about the crimes and penalties for the sale or delivery of drugs.
Inciting to Riot, Violence, or Insurrection
Criminal incitement refers to conduct, words, or other means that urge or naturally lead others to riot, violence, or insurrection.
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