Applying for a job can be stressful enough without having to be concerned about whether your past can be a reason for employment denial. This is especially true of those who have a criminal past. For those living in Texas, it is important to know that the 7-year rule Continue Reading
Societal And Legal Pros & Cons Of The Insanity Defense
All but 4 states allow the insanity defense to be used in criminal proceedings. Kansas is one of the 4 states that don’t and that ban faces a Supreme Court challenge. With its future hanging in the balance, what are the insanity defense pros and cons? History of the Continue Reading
5 Most Dangerous Cities in Texas
If you’re looking to move to one of the beautiful cities or towns in Texas, it is important to have an understanding about the prevalence of crime as well as the types of crime you’re most likely to encounter. It should be noted that this is in no way a suggestion Continue Reading
The First Step Forward for Non-violent Offenders
Signed into law by President Trump on December 21, 2018, the First Step Act is designed to reduce the number of those in prison and give non-violent offenders, such as drug dealers, a second chance in the community. Currently, about 181,000 Americans are being held in Continue Reading
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