What is Embezzlement

May 13, 2012

Embezzlement is the stealing of property that has been handed over to an individual by someone else, based on trust. Embezzlement is often seen in work environments, such as when an employer entrusts an employee to funds or property. It isn’t limited to these scenarios alone, and it should also be noted that embezzlement is [...]

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Law Enforcement Using Social Media

May 1, 2012

Even though many have been concerned about the recent increase in crime organized via Facebook, twitter, and other social media that allows people to organize, those networks can also be used by the law enforcement and investigators trying to keep tabs on criminal activity. When put in the hands of people who are interested in [...]

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Risk of Marijuana Possession in Arizona

April 30, 2012

Marijuana, or cannabis, is currently a hot topic in today’s society. However, regardless of personal opinions it remains illegal in many areas, including the majority of the United States of America. For this reason, having marijuana is often a gamble that can lead to severe consequences. This article will discuss the issues of marijuana possession [...]

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Rule 32 in Arizona Criminal Law

April 30, 2012

Is Arizona Rule 32 the same as a PCR petition? How can you qualify for Rule 32? Is there a certain time that you should use it? Arizona rule 32 is an often misunderstood legal tactic that will be explained below. In many criminal court cases, it is pretty common for a defendant to appeal [...]

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Paralegals in Great Demand

April 18, 2012

While this article focuses on paralegal positions in the United States, paralegal positions are in great demand in any first-world society. Be sure to check with your local jurisdiction for specifics that pertain to your situation. The global recession has left millions of individuals wondering where there jobs went. Most have realized that those positions [...]

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Wisconsin Lifts Statute of Limitations on Violent Crimes

April 18, 2012

Thursday, the 5th of April, 2012 Wisconsin Governor Scott Walker signed a bill which eliminates the statute of limitations on violent crimes in the state.  The bill, called The Justice for Survivors Act, was signed at a domestic violence shelter, lifting the spirits of attending victims of violent crimes. The act was inspired by a [...]

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Getting Rid Of A DUI Record Through Expungement

April 17, 2012

It happens to the best of us, making mistakes, drinking while driving and unfortunately, having run ins with the law. For sure, a DUI arrest can come with many unwanted consequences. This arrest will make its way on your criminal record and follow: A less than favorable chance at employment Restrictions when travelling abroad An [...]

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Online Gaming Rapidly Headed to the United States?

April 17, 2012

Below is a guest US law blog post regarding online gambling in the US. For many years, the brick and mortar gambling community has considered online gambling to be a huge threat to their livelihood. They were concerned enough about people staying home to gamble rather than visiting the casinos that they actually lobbied to [...]

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How to Select a Mobile Device for an Attorney

April 4, 2012

The mobile phone today is a full-fledged communication device. Mobile phones can help the attorney keep in touch with clients and colleagues and ensure that they are accessible at all times. Go Smart According to ABA’s 2011 Legal Technology Survey about 88% of attorneys use a smart phone for job related tasks when they are [...]

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The Regulation of Legal Process Outsourcing

February 23, 2012

Below is a guest post by Nadia Jones who blogs at online college about education, college, student, teacher, money saving, movie related topics. You can reach her at nadia.jones5 @ gmail.com. The Regulation of Legal Process Outsourcing The public opinion of the Legal Process Outsourcing (LPO) industry has been a prevalent topic of discussion for [...]

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