In the realm of criminal law, understanding the distinctions between theft, robbery, and burglary is crucial for both law enforcement and the general public. These three offenses share similarities, yet they differ significantly in their elements and penalties. Theft Theft, commonly referred to as larceny, involves the...
Most people have a lot of questions and concerns when it comes to dealing with bail. This is largely because most people don't know a whole lot about bail in the first place. After all, they never expected to need bail. Still, that doesn't mean...
What’s the difference between pre-arrest and post-arrest questioning? In pre-arrest situations, no Miranda Warning is issued if the person is not under arrest. They aren’t going to trial for a crime so there is no need to issue a warning. Sometimes during questioning, Miranda Rights will...
All of us have heard the term jaywalking, but few of us can say exactly what it is. According to the Legal Dictionary, the exact definition of jaywalking is the act of crossing a roadway when it is unlawful to do so. This includes...
Most of us have watched enough procedural shows to know that bail is what you pay to be sprung from jail while you wait for your case to make its way to court. Most of us also know that a bail bond agency, like Bail...
The holidays are such a fun time of the year. They are a chance to get together with friends and family members who have been dearly missed for the last year. With everyone wanting to visit someone, a whole lot of travel is involved with...
Finally!Halloween is here. Not only does that mean cooler weather, pumpkin spice coffee, and an excuse to snuggle up with a good book rather than going out, kids will tell you that it’s time for free candy. While kids love trick-or-treating, parents often have mixed feelings...
Very few of us can go more than a couple of hours without checking our social media accounts. Looking at the pictures, memes, and videos our social media contacts post has not only become an addiction but is also a game of one-upmanship. We don’t...
One of the first things people want to know is if the charges they’re currently facing make it impossible to get out on bail. The good news is that most people are eligible for bail. Alcohol-Related Offenses It doesn’t matter if you’re charged with public intoxication, operating...
No matter what happens in life, times keeps moving forward. Normally this is a very welcome experience. No matter what happens, you can always count on things moving on. If you had a bad day today, there is always tomorrow. However, this does become a...
When faced with the unknown, people often seek help from someone who is more knowledgeable in that area. If you are feeling under the weather, they go see a doctor. If you need to bail someone out of jail, you talk to a bail agent. Bail...