The work of CPS (Child Protective Services) is to investigate child abuse and neglect. Because of that, a CPS case conviction for child abuse or neglect will stay on your record for ten years after the youngest child in the report turns eighteen. Some records are permanent. Quick take: Parents have the option to choose … Read more
Canadian law does not prohibit felons from getting a passport, what is problematic is traveling outside the country with a criminal record. For convicts: You will need a Form I-192 to enter the United States or a waiver from the country you intend to travel to. Record suspension removes your criminal record from police database … Read more
Was Christmas Illegal in the United States in the 17th century? Did the United Kingdom make it so that Santa couldn’t drive a car (much less his sleigh!)? Learn about all this and more with these weird and wacky laws from around the world. Some quick things to note before we get started Stay far … Read more
Is my phone listening to me? Yes, and there could be other devices in your home that are listening as well. The question is – What can you do about it? How do you block listening devices? How to block listening devices, a quick take: Use a noise blocker or white noise generator to block … Read more
Yes. Criminal records in the US are public record unless the arrestee is a minor. Here is how to find recent arrests, mugshots, and legal landmines you should be aware of. How to find recent arrests: quick take. Search local law enforcement websites. Arrest and criminal records are public records. Juvenile criminal records are not … Read more
Yes, felons can travel outside the country because the law allows them to get a passport, the question is, what country are you traveling to – or intending to travel to? Below is what you need to know. Quick take: Can felons travel outside the US? Felons can travel outside the country after completing their … Read more
Depending on the circumstances involved, road rage may constitute a felony or misdemeanor under state and federal road rage/aggressive driving laws. It may also impact your insurance and license rights. Road rage laws explained. An assault with a dangerous weapon or motor vehicle by the passenger or driver(s) of one motor vehicle on the driver … Read more
Homicide Cold Cases Repository by State Note: Some states have a state-wide central repository while others have databases specific to counties, cities, and towns. Please note that if you are using a .gov website from outside of the United States you may need to use a VPN to gain access. State City Cold Case Website … Read more
There are three types of ankle monitors used or recommended by correctional service agencies in the US and Canada. That is -RF/Radio Frequency ankle monitors, GPS monitors, and SCRAM monitors. Below we’ll go over the differences between each type of monitor. What crimes get an ankle monitor? In the US, upon conviction for nonviolent … Read more
Under state and federal law, spoliation of evidence is the willful or negligent destruction, alteration or hiding of evidence. The punishment or sanction depends on state law and may include a fine or time behind bars. Short story States prosecute spoilation of evidence under specific statutes, relevant precedent rulings, and in some states, it is … Read more