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
What Does A Grand Jury Do? How Does It Differ From A Trial Jury?
We often hear reports of what a grand jury decided in high-profile cases like corruption in government or on Wall Street. But how many of us know what that means? Does a grand jury differ from an ordinary jury? What are the implications of their verdicts and how do they Continue Reading
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