What do you think of when you hear the word crime? It likely calls to mind the gruesome murders, tragic kidnappings and violent robberies so often covered on the daily news. But physical violence and gritty street crime aren’t the only types of criminal activity; in fact, some of the most elaborate and devastating acts [...]

Going off to college is an exciting expedition. For many, it’s their first taste of true liberty, allowing for all sorts of fun misadventures and new experiences; meeting great people and exploring new places along the way. But there’s a darker side to this newfound freedom and experimentation, one that’s all too capable of stunting [...]

There’s nothing quite like a night out on the town. Going out for drinks with friends is a great way to decompress after a long week of work, and beer at a ball game is practically tradition; but what happens when harmless tipsiness and good natured carousing in a public setting get out of hand, [...]

All actions have consequences. The just punishment of criminals and offenders protects society and promotes upstanding behavior; however, not all perpetrators are subject to the same severity of punishment.  In the case of adolescents, poor decisions and past mistakes don’t have to define them for the rest of their lives. Consulting a lawyer knowledgeable in [...]

“YOLO,” the clarion catchphrase for youthful indiscretion, is a sobering insight into the “you only live once” mindset of many adolescents. It demonstrates a focus on fleeting pleasures over future prospects; a throwing of caution to the wind. Sadly, this mindset often leads underage youth to poor decisions involving drugs and alcohol, which can result [...]

The news is rife with grizzly murders, violent acts and theft. It’s easy to view the hardened perpetrators of these crimes at face value, but there’s a tragic reality linking almost all adult criminals: the seeds of their actions were planted in troubled childhoods, growing in an atmosphere of factors often beyond their control. The [...]

Who doesn't love summer time? Warm days, long nights, beach weekends – life seems more relaxed and carefree. But if you want a quick way to ruin all the fun, driving under the influence will do the trick. Even if you think you can handle your alcohol, a police officer may not believe you. Driving Under [...]

A life of crime is a tragic thing; at the very least, it can result in significantly narrowed opportunities for a healthy life - at its worst, it can mean a life stripped of freedom entirely. When we consider criminal activity, we typically envision an offending adult, serious violent crimes, and a severe sentencing resulting [...]

Over the past several weeks we've reviewed various different types of evidence. Last week, we examined one particular example of evidence: polygraph tests. We cast doubt on their validity. This week we'll look at fingerprints. Every crime show seems to place a great deal of emphasis on fingerprints. But are fingerprints reliable evidence? What do [...]