What Happens the Morning of an Arraignment Ever wondered what happens before a client’s arraignment? In this video, we’ll follow an attorney’s morning routine as they prepare for this crucial legal step. It’s a quick discussion of what goes on before a client’s arraignment.
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Video: You Do Not Have to Open Your Door for the Police
You Do Not Have to Open Your Door for the Police There are specific circumstances that police can come into your home without permission. If those circumstances do not exist, you do not have to open the door for the police.
Article: ChatGPT Exposes Students to Wrongful Accusations of Plagiarism
Artificial Intelligence (AI) and the impact of ChatGPT has been a hot topic in the news recently.[1] The use of ChatGPT to author student papers has preoccupied academia. Educators fear that students can easily turn in assignments that were created by ChatGPT. That fear has motivated universities to impose harsh discipline when professors believe a […]
Article: New Title IX Rules Will Impair Students’ Right to Due Process
Title IX, the federal civil rights law that Congress enacted to prohibit sex discrimination in colleges and universities that accept federal funding,[1] has spawned conflicting and controversial regulatory approaches to student disciplinary proceedings. While there is general agreement that Title IX requires covered educational institutions to protect students from sexual misconduct, the Office for Civil […]
Video: What to Do if You Get a Call From Your Child That They Have Been Arrested?
What to Do if You Get a Call From Your Child That They Have Been Arrested? If you ever get the call that your child was arrested, here are some guidelines and information about how to move forward.
Video: What to Do if There Is Underage Drinking in Your Home?
What to Do if There Is Underage Drinking in Your Home? If there is underage drinking in your home, a parent will not be arrested if they remedy the situation by ending the gathering or calling the police.
Video: What Happens When a K-12 School Suspends a Student for 5 Days?
What Happens When a K-12 School Suspends a Student for 5 Days? When K-12 students are suspended for 5 days, the matter will always move forward to a Superintendent’s Hearing where it is likely there will be an additional punishment.
Podcast: How Young Drivers should Interact with the Police
How Young Drivers should Interact with the Police When teenagers start to drive the possibility of them interacting with law enforcement rises dramatically. Young people should know how to conduct themselves when interacting with the police to make sure they keep themselves and the police officers safe.
Video: Orders of Protection
Orders of Protection When someone is arrested, an Order of Protection may be issued in favor of the victim. Either a “Stay Away” or “Do Not Harass” will be issued.
Video: How to Discuss Greek Life and Hazing With Your Kids Before They Go to College
How to Discuss Greek Life and Hazing With Your Kids Before They Go to College Pledging a Greek Fraternity or Sorority can enhance a student’s college experience and be the beginning of life-long friendships. But students must be aware of the potential danger and make sure they stay safe.