You must know your rights and responsibilities when you’re about to face a criminal charge. You can choose to remain silent because it’s your right. You cannot be compelled to testify or incriminate against yourself. Continue reading
Hearsay is a term we have often heard in legal situations, but most don’t know what it means. In simple terms, hearsay can be defined as a written or oral statement made outside of court to prove the truth of the matter in question. Continue reading
Every year, a large number of Americans end up in jail without having been convicted of a crime. Statistics from 2018 confirm that around 490,000 of the people confined in local jails in the United States were not convicted and only imprisoned because they didn’t have enough money to post bail. Continue reading
In Whitley County, as in many parts of the United States, a variety of factors contribute to individuals finding themselves behind bars. Understanding these reasons can shed light on broader societal issues and help in addressing the root causes of incarceration. Here are some key reasons why people end up in jail. Continue reading
