Building a loving, nurturing, supporting, and trusting family is just what every parent wants. In a perfect world, all children will be kind and honest. But in reality, there are families with children/ minors who get themselves into trouble and break the law. And as parents, you have legal responsibilities to do what you can […]
As you’re aware, when an adult is arrested, he or she may be eligible to post bail and be released from court to return home until a court hearing. Bail is not available for arrested minors. So, you’re wondering what happens in these scenarios? Here are some of the various options for an arrested minor […]
Bereavement is the time it takes a person to handle the passing of a loved one. It isn’t much time. It is literally just enough time to arrange for a funeral and to handle the immediate legal necessities connected to your loved one’s passing. Once the bereavement period has passed, you’ll have to return to […]
Dealing with the fallout of an abducted child is something no parent should ever have to go through. However, when preventing child abductions, there’s no such thing as being too prepared. Teach Your Child to be Safe When They Encounter a Stranger Stranger danger is still very much a thing. While not common, there are […]
Being accused of a hit-and-run in California is no laughing matter. If you’re convicted, you face severe legal consequences. The first thing you need to know is that the circumstances surrounding the incident determine whether you’re charged with misdemeanor hit and run or if you’ll face felony charges. The main thing that determines if you’re […]
One of the major downsides to the judicial system is how long it takes. The amount of time that passes between an initial arrest and the defendant finally getting their day in court is often incredibly long. The first time you’ll see the inside of a courtroom following an arrest is within 48 business hours […]
There’s nothing funny about being the victim of a stalking situation. It’s a crime that often quickly escalates and can end in violence. If you suspect you have a stalker, there are a few things you should do right away. Take the Situation Seriously Don’t assume that you’re simply feeling a little jumpy or that […]
The first thing you need to do is make sure you’re in the habit of really locking up your home, both while you’re away and while in residence. This doesn’t just mean bolting the front door. Go through your house and make sure all the doors that lead to the exterior are locked. Next, do […]
