Do Minors Have a Right to an Attorney in School Discipline Cases?
Do Minors Have a Right to an Attorney in School Discipline Cases?
Every weekday, you send your children off to school, trusting that they will behave themselves, and if they misbehave, the school’s administration will notify you immediately. What you may not know is that in many cases when a minor is accused of committing a crime, the questioning of the minor begins long before his or her parents are notified of their child’s alleged wrongdoing. Does this violate a minor’s rights?…
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California Bill Could Remove Mandatory Sentencing for Prostitution
In California, prostitution is an act that many politicians and lawmakers are trying to better understand. As it stands, someone convicted of exchanging sex for money for a second time is punished with mandatory jail time. No matter the crime, jail time may greatly impact a person’s life and future in a negative way. But many lawmakers are seeking an alternative with a bill that could remove the mandatory sentencing…
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Could Social Media Shame Impact Your DUI Case?
Many people use social media networks like Facebook and Twitter to connect with friends, provide updates on our lives, and keep in touch with the world. Sometimes we forget that the information we publish on social media can be found by strangers. While it may seem harmless, it’s possible for that information to be used against us. If recent news in New Mexico is anything to go by, social media…
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Along for the Ride: Do Passengers Need to Show ID During a Traffic Stop?
You lost your wallet, and therefore your driver’s license. Not to worry though; you’ve secured a ride with your friend for the night. On the way home, your friend’s driving catches the eye of a police officer, who orders your friend to pull over. Are you in jeopardy of being arrested because you do not have your ID? You Have the Right to Refuse to Show Your ID The U.S.…
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Will Bartenders Need to Help Prevent Drunk Driving?
In California, there are many laws in place to help prevent and punish drunk driving. Despite the efforts of lawmakers and police officers, drunk drivers get on the roads and cause accidents, property damage, injuries and deaths. What else can officials do to prevent people from driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol? A potential new method has been brought forward by Assemblywoman Lorena Gonzalez, who recently introduced a…
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Bill Could Raise Vaping and Smoking Age to 21 in California
If a proposed set of bills is signed into law in California, it could drastically affect how many people are allowed to smoke tobacco and use vaping devices. The proposed laws are meant to address the amount of teen smoking in the state by raising the legal smoking age from 18 to 21, including e-cigarettes and similar products. What Does This Law Do? The proposed laws would include e-cigarettes in…
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Party Foul: Can a Judge Order You to Stop Partying?
Nyjah Huston is just 21 years old and already is at the top of his profession. Huston is one of the world’s top professional skaters. Armed with an income from competitions and a slew of corporate sponsors like Nike, Huston bought a $2.7-million mansion in San Juan Capistrano in 2013, as well as a skate park in San Clemente. He is young, successful, and invites his friends to share in…
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58,000 People Received Traffic Ticket Amnesty. Are You Eligible?
When you have been driving for a while, it is easy to slip into some habits in the way you drive. Some of these may not be entirely within the law. You might consistently drive a few miles per hour over the speed limit. Maybe you roll through a stop sign at an intersection you have been through thousands of times. Perhaps you often pick up your cellphone to read…
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DUI Penalties in California Could Soon Include Mandatory IIDs
First-time DUI offenders in all of California may soon be required to install an ignition interlock device (IID). Lawmakers are looking to expand a pilot program that requires those convicted of DUI to install an IID on their vehicle in exchange for softer punishment. The program has had success in Los Angeles, Tulare, Alameda and Sacramento counties. Senate Bill 1046, authorized by California State Senator Jerry Hill, looks to expand…
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Proposed Law Could Allow Marijuana Testing at DUI Stops
California is one of a small number of states that allows for the use of medical marijuana. This may lead some marijuana users to feel more comfortable driving while under the effects of marijuana. As efforts to further legalize marijuana in California continue, some lawmakers want to use a new method to catch the growing number of drivers under the influence of marijuana. Senate Bill 1462, authored by Republican Senator…
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