Going through the experience of incarceration can be immensely challenging, both emotionally and mentally, for the individual and their loved ones. If you have a friend or family member in jail, knowing what to say can provide comfort and support during this difficult time. Here are four compassionate things to consider saying: Continue reading
Medical malpractices are common in the US. If healthcare workers make a mistake when treating a patient, they might lose their license and job. Moreover, American citizens are also entitled to sue a doctor in case of mishandling or wrongful diagnosis. Continue reading
Until an officer has probable cause for an arrest, the individual is only detained for the time being.
In this infographic, we look at the various aspects of life that are affected by a criminal record. Continue reading
According to research, children of incarcerated parents are around five times more likely to end up in prison if there is no parental involvement. However, this doesn’t mean you should give up on trying to prevent that from happening. You’ll have to work within the prison guidelines and continue making arrangements to extend your support. Continue reading
Getting arrested is scary! Seeing a teen behind bars is even worse. Teen arrests are more common in the US than you think. Back in 2019, as many as 696,620 teenagers were arrested in the US. Given the age’s vulnerability, your teen is probably not aware of how they can get out of jail. Continue reading
A common misconception in criminal law is assuming that an arrest is the same as being detained. Under both circumstances you interact with the police, but an arrest signifies that you are charged with a crime. A detention is simply being taken away to be questioned by a police. Whether you have been arrested or detained, it’s essential to understand the differences and know your rights. Continue reading
Indiana legislature has overhauled expungements in the past few years. The expungement statutes were reviewed and changed on July 1, 2015. The Indiana 35-38-9 statute controls the sealing of the records and expungements. This is essentially what the Second Chance Law is about. Continue reading
If your family or friend is put behind bars for a crime they didn’t commit, you’ll do everything in your control to free them. This includes agreeing to pay whatever amount of bail demanded of you. Continue reading
Mental health is a very prominent subject today, yet it is not taken seriously. Those who have been pulled over by the police or have been arrested for any reason are more deeply affected than how they might seem on the surface. Continue reading
