Can You go to Jail for Sexting? In this day and age, everything is digital. People can access a wealth of content and the tip of their fingers. It’s easier than ever to send and receive photos, videos, texts, calls, and the like, but with great power comes great responsibility. That being said, sexting is a relatively new phenomenon...
Continue ReadingAvoid a DUI on St. Patrick’s Day St. Patricks’ Day is just around the corner, falling on Wednesday, March 17th of this year. But before you and your friends dress up in green-colored outfits and hit the bars for a night out, you must have a safety plan in place. This is because St. Patrick’s Day is not as lucky...
Continue ReadingWhat Is the Meaning of Child Grooming? Adults who build stable and trusting relationships with a child under 18 for the purpose of sexually assaulting the minor are considered groomers. As such, you could face state and federal charges for child grooming if the alleged victim is under 15. Grooming law varies by jurisdiction, but generally, the act of grooming is not considered a crime...
Continue ReadingBeware: Illicit Activities Are Frequent on Halloween Night Halloween is a beloved holiday for many Americans, allowing them to dress-up, trick-or-treat and party. However, like with all good things, your Halloween celebration can quickly come to an end. Crimes are often committed at a higher rate on holidays like New Year’s Eve, Labor Day and Halloween. As Halloween quickly...
Continue ReadingLegal Voting in the 2020 Presidential Election The presidential election is approaching, so you must prepare to exercise your voting rights properly. If you read or watch the news, you may have heard a lot of talk about voter fraud posing a threat to this year’s election. More specifically, President Trump has passionately denounced mail-in voting over the last...
Continue ReadingCredit card fraud and identity theft aren’t the same offenses. Identity theft is when a person’s identity is stolen, whereas credit card fraud is when someone’s financial device, such as a credit or debit card, is used without their permission. Although many instances of credit card fraud are also considered identity theft, the latter is more involved and does...
Continue ReadingColorado’s theft law states that it is illegal to knowingly take a person’s property without their consent. Although many people know this applies to personal items, they might not be aware that it also applies to rental property, such as a car or furniture. If they do not return the item as agreed, they could be charged with an...
Continue ReadingIn recent years, the short-term rental market has increased. These types of listings can be found on sites such as AirBnB and VRBP, and allow property owners to make some side cash by charging fees for letting others stay in their homes. Although short-term rentals provide an extra source of income, if a person does not abide by rules...
Continue ReadingOne of the biggest questions that arises when it comes to deciding whether or not to legalize marijuana is how doing so will affect crime rates. Some policymakers argue that society would see a dip in drug-related offenses if the substance is no longer prohibited, as illegal drug distribution and trafficking would cease. However, others assert that making marijuana legal would...
Continue ReadingPeople use email to communicate back and forth with one another. Sometimes the messages contain links to interesting articles or sites that a person can visit for more information about a subject. Typically, the links are harmless, but some individuals will send malware that can do a great deal of damage to a person’s computer or network. The sender...
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