Tag: Legal Rights
What Do Prisons Provide Justice-Impacted People During Release?
As you transition from being incarcerated to being newly released, will the prison provide you with anything when you leave? Yes, but what they actually provide will differ based on the prison.
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Everything You Need To Know About Your Sixth Amendment Rights
The Sixth Amendment lays out your rights to a fair trial and legal representation. Does it still protect you after a conviction? Read more.
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Everything You Need To Know About Your Fifth Amendment Rights
The Fifth Amendment protects your rights in civil and criminal legal cases. But how do they change after you’ve been convicted? Read more.
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Everything You Need To Know About Your Fourth Amendment Rights
Your Fourth Amendment rights protect your privacy. But what happens to those rights when you’re convicted of a crime? Read more inside.
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Everything You Need To Know About Your First Amendment Rights
The First Amendment protects your rights related to speech, religion, and assembly. But how does a criminal conviction affect those rights?
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What Rights Do You Have When You’re on Probation?
When you agree to terms of probation you volunteer to give up certain levels of privacy. However, you are still protected by the laws of the United States and the Bill of Rights.
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Can A Probation Officer Search Your Home Without A Warrant?
Yes. A probation officer can search your home at any time. But there are some conditions.
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What Happens After You File an Appeal in Federal Court While in Prison?
You have the right to appeal a court’s decision. But what happens after you file an appeal in the federal system? Learn more inside.
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Can Prisoners Inherit Money or Receive Unearned Income in Prison?
You can inherit money, get cash from investments or collect from a settlement while you are in prison.
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Can You Challenge the Decision to Put You in Solitary Confinement?
You cannot challenge a decision to put you in solitary confinement. But you can file a lawsuit.
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