What is House Arrest?

What is House Arrest?

If you’ve been arrested and convicted of a crime, you will most likely have to serve time. What if you didn’t have to serve that time in jail? It’s possible that you could serve your sentence with a house arrest instead. What is house arrest, and do you qualify? There...
Do You Have to Sign a Ticket?

Do You Have to Sign a Ticket?

A lot of people get nervous when they hear the sound of a police siren. Your heart jumps in your throat when you realize a police vehicle is behind you. You double-check your seat belt and grip the steering wheel with both hands at ten-and-two. The siren gets closer,...
What is Life Like in Prison?

What is Life Like in Prison?

If you were recently arrested, you might be wondering what life is like in prison. If a loved one was charged with a crime, you might also want to prepare them. In times like these, the truth is necessary no matter how hard it is. Although you can learn a new sense of...
What is a Bench Trial?

What is a Bench Trial?

There are two types of trials – jury trials and bench trials. When most people think of a trial, they think of jury trials. Therefore, what is a bench trial? Keep reading to find out.    What is a Bench Trial? Many cases in the United States are settled out...
Assault vs. Battery

Assault vs. Battery

Assault and battery are different offenses, but you can commit them at the same time. Keep reading to learn the difference between assault vs. battery.  Assault A simple assault is a Class C misdemeanor and basically means an offense that is directed against property....