Archive for the ‘Law’ Category
What Are DUI Checkpoints?
April 19th, 2011 |What Are DUI Checkpoints?
You may have seen them on the highways and byways of America especially during high-traffic times, late at night, or during the holidays. In general, DUI checkpoints are regular points along high-traffic roads that allow police and other peace officers to examine drivers to make sure they aren’t driving in an impaired state.
DUI checkpoints take many forms–some are simply patrol cars checking speed and safety, and pulling over drivers who appear to be impaired for a closer check. Other checkpoints are more invasive–all cars travelling along a certain stretch of road…
Where Is Gay Marriage Legal?
February 14th, 2011 |Where Is Gay Marriage Legal?
There are many places in the world where homosexuals are allowed to get married or to form civil unions. Gay marriage is a hot-button issue in America, but in a few places around the world, gay marriage and union has been legal for years.
Gay Marriage vs. Civil Unions
Not every gay marriage law allows traditional marriage between homosexuals. Many cities in America and countries around the world have allowed for something called “civil unions” as a concession to the gay community without angering that portion of the population that believes marriage should only take…
Are Gun Silencers Illegal?
November 23rd, 2010 |What is used to suppress a discharge, reusable, silent but deadly, and banned in 15 different states? Gun silencers have received a bad rep in certain states, others embrace the weapon during hunting season. Each state has their reasons for banning the use of them, but in most cases you have liberal politicians who like to pass “Feel good” legislation that does nothing to prevent criminal acts. In fact according to the United States Department of Justice (USDOJ), of the millions of legally owned suppressors and assault weapons in the US, only .01% of them will ever be used in…
Is It Illegal to Be High?
March 8th, 2010 |Is It Illegal to Be High?
Yes, it is illegal to be high.
Here’s the situation — you and your buddies were sitting around listening to The Dark Side of the Moon and enjoying a joint or two. The night’s over and it is time to head home. On the way back to your house, you get pulled over for speeding. You know you don’t have anything illegal on you, and you haven’t been drinking, but still you gotta wonder — can the cop bust you simply for being high?
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How Old Do You Have to Be to Get Married?
January 8th, 2010 |How old do you have to be to get married?
When I was growing up in the 80s, there was a defined legal minimum age required before a couple could be legally married. I remember this because my uncle was in a long relationship with a woman and I remember him talking about wanting to be married and that since they were both over the age of 16. That seemed very old to me then — I was around 8– but come to find out that old law has changed dramatically.
Depending on where you live, the legal
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What Are Some Questions to Ask a Lawyer?
December 15th, 2009 |What are Some Questions to Ask a Lawyer?
When you first sit down to consult with a lawyer, it may be difficult for you to think of questions you need answered. Many people are intimidated by lawyers the same way they are intimidated by doctors, dentists, or their mother-in-law. Here are a few key questions to ask at your first consultation.
According to this post at the website for The American Bar Association, the most important generic questions to ask a lawyer are –
- What is your experience in this area of legal practice?
- How long have you been
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