Author: jgriffiths
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How To Avoid Common Pitfalls While On Probation: Part 3
In Part I of this series, we focused on the four most common pitfalls people run into on probation: In Part II of this series, we added five more: Finally, in our final part of this series, we finish with three more tips and summarize everything you need to keep in mind while you’re on…
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Explainer: Unanswered Questions About FSA Time Credits
There are a lot of questions about FSA time credits out there right now. Here’s the best information we have in less than 1,000 words.
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Here to Help: Exhaust Your Administrative Remedies
There are a lot of questions about FSA time credits, but one thing is clear: you must exhaust your administrative remedies.
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News: A Dozen People Have Died In Rikers This Year
A dozen people have died in Rikers in 2022, a tangible statistic that represents the facility’s horrific conditions. Will anything change?
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Explainer: Do Cops Really Use Baby DNA To Solve Crimes?
Earlier this week, Wired Magazine reported that cops in New Jersey used baby DNA to charge the child’s father. It’s as crazy as it sounds.
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Who Can You Call As A Witness In A Criminal Trial?
There are three types of witnesses in a criminal trial: a lay witness, an expert witness and a character witness.
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Am I Entitled To An Expert Witness In My Criminal Case?
A defendant in a criminal case is not entitled to an expert witness. But, if one is necessary, the judge should allow you to have one.
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What Kind Of Discovery Is Available In A Criminal Case?
In a criminal case, defendants are usually entitled to discovery. However, states like Virginia have very limited rules.
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Can A Person Choose To Which Jail Or Prison They’ll Go?
A person cannot choose which jail or prison they will go to. Instead, authorities consider a variety of factors to determine placement.
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Do You Need To Disclose Prison Time On a Job Application?
Whether you have to disclose that you’ve been to prison on a job application depends on what state you are in.