Tag: Justice System User Manual
Should You Talk To A Police Officer?
If you talk to a police officer, they can use what you say against you, your loved ones and others. But you have rights that protect you.
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Will Federal Courts Fix The BOP’s Calculation of FSA Time Credits?
You have probably earned a lot of FSA Time Credits by now, but challenging the BOP’s calculation of those Time Credits will be hard.
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What is the Residential Drug Abuse Program (RDAP)?
If you’re going to prison, one of the things you might not know about yet but will want to is the Residential Drug Abuse Program (RDAP).
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How Does The First Step Act Impact Compassionate Release?
The First Step Act changed compassionate release for the better. But has it actually led to more compassionate releases?
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What Is The Difference Between Felonies and Misdemeanors?
The differences between felonies and misdemeanors focus on the seriousness of the crime and the potential punishment.
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How Does The Fourth Amendment Apply When You Get Arrested?
The Fourth Amendment protects you when you get arrested. If police violate it, courts can suppress evidence. You can also file a lawsuit.
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How Does The Fifth Amendment Apply When You Get Arrested?
The Fifth Amendment applies when you get arrested. It states that you can’t be forced to be a witness against yourself.
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When Can Police Arrest You?
Before police can arrest you, they must have probable cause. This probable-cause requirement comes from the Constitution.
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For My Habeas Petition, Am I In State Or Federal Custody?
If you plan to file a petition for writ of habeas corpus, you may need to know whether you are in state or federal custody.
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What Are Miranda Warnings?
In Miranda v. Arizona, the Supreme Court ruled that police must give people Miranda warnings before questioning them in custody.
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