Video Evidence Doesn’t Always Prove Guilt
In the age of smartphones, doorbell cameras, and security systems on every corner, many people assume that if there’s video, the case is closed. But in real life, video evidence is not the same thing as the full story—and it ...
If the police knock, do I need to answer?
Short answer: Usually no, you don’t have to answer the door or let police into your home—but there are important exceptions and smart ways to handle it. I’ll break it down in plain language. (This is general information, not legal ...
The authorities can perform a search without a warrant in a few situations.
Right—and those “few situations” are actually really important to understand, because they’re the main exceptions to the warrant requirement. Here are some of the most common ones, in plain English: Consent If you voluntarily agree to let police search (your ...
Discover five things that can throw off the results of field sobriety assessments.
Field sobriety tests are often treated like hard science—but in reality, a lot of things can throw off the results, even if you haven’t had a drop to drink. Here are five big ones: Medical Conditions and Physical Limitations Inner ...
How long can the Police hold me?
Short answer: it depends on whether you’re just being “detained” or formally arrested, and what state/federal rules apply—but there are limits. I’ll break it down in plain English. Brief Detention (Stopped but Not Formally Arrested) This is when police stop ...
What damages can I recover after an accident involving multiple parties and complicated circumstances?
When an accident involves several vehicles, businesses, or insurance companies, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed and unsure what you’re legally entitled to. The good news: even in complicated, multi-party crashes, you may still be able to recover a wide range ...
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