Although most Americans understand that surveillance techniques are becoming more common every day, most are likely not aware of the lengths to which the government goes to track us. The truth is, government tracking occurs more frequently and, in more ways, than most would guess. Incredibly, it is often a…
Aggressive ICE tactics toward people who are in their vehicles have been hitting the news of late, oftentimes with disturbing video and witness commentary. We have observed officers blocking vehicles with their often-unmarked SUVs, smashing through car windows, dragging people from their cars, and, worse yet, shooting into vehicles. It…
Contemporary events in Minneapolis escalated rapidly when the conflict between ICE agents and protestors led to the deadly shooting of Renee Good, a woman who was accused of trying to use her car as a weapon against a law enforcement officer. That officer shot her in the head multiple times.…
Anyone who is serving a long prison sentence may eventually petition the parole board for early release. There are things that can be done in advance of this important hearing starting right at sentencing so that as the parole hearing date nears, one will have more confidence in the possibilities.…
You are all about demonstrating your innocence, so when law enforcement asks you to take a polygraph test, it seems logical to comply. You have nothing to hide, after all. You couldn’t be more mistaken! There are lots of reasons to steer clear of lie detector tests. Just Say No…
Following the horrific Brown University shooting spree, police quickly released photos of an individual they called a person of interest. Tips from the public led to a quick apprehension, and that man was held and released in a matter of hours. Just four days later, another video was released, with…
If your future is in the hands of a jury, you are undoubtedly wondering what jurors think as evidence and witnesses are offered up in a trial. How supportive are they of a defense attorney’s argument? How influential is a specific piece of evidence? It is a multifaceted and ever-changing…
The holiday season typically sees a rash of certain types of crime. That’s partly because, while many people are busy shopping or attending holiday parties with friends, colleagues, and family, there are those among us who have something a little less festive on their minds. If you have been charged…
When prosecutors demanded that a California man who faced illegal gun possession charges be held without bail, the man’s defense team argued that the charges simply did not warrant such a harsh response. Prosecutors had pages and pages of explanations to support their argument. Unfortunately, for them, their extensive documentation…
Why do the feds pursue some cases and let others go? The Take Care Clause from Article II of the United States Constitution, as the Department of Justice (DOJ) gives prosecutors discretion when it comes to weighing whether to pursue a case. The provision necessitates that the president take care…