Monthly Archives: April 2016

Fully Understanding the Statute of Limitations

A statute of limitations is the time frame in which a person or party can file a lawsuit against another person for being part of a crime. The time periods will vary depending on when the crime took place. The most heinous crimes like aggravated rape or murder have no statute of limitations. The clock […]

Understanding Background Checks

Whenever you apply for a job, a loan, a new home, or even a gun, you’re going to have to undergo a background check. You may not give this too much thought, especially if you have a clean record, but it’s still good to know what shows up on your background check . . . […]

The Cost of Keeping a Person in Jail

Can you guess how much it costs to keep a person in a California prison? $64,000. That’s $64,000 per person. Yes people! This cost covers housing, meals, and caring for the prisoner’s basic needs. Although California prison populations are slowly declining while still being overcrowded, the costs aren’t going down. In fact, they’re on the […]

Bail Is No Different For Celebrities

Everyone thinks that celebrities get special treatment and many times, it proves to be true. However, in serious times, it isn’t. Celebrities get treated in the same manner as every other person. Yes, celebrities do get arrested, and yes, they even get arrested for breaking the law just like anyone else. They also have to […]

Keep Calm And Don’t Get Yourself Arrested Too

If you’re in a situation where the police happen to be arresting your friend, at that particular moment, do not give the police any reason to arrest you as well. We understand that you are angered by the situation and you want to help your friend out. We understand that you’re probably going to get […]