One of the more controversial aspects of domestic violence relates to the gender of the person committing it. Traditionally, most believe that men commit domestic violence more often than women do. However, the statistics do not necessarily back up this commonly-held...
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How to respond to police questioning
Knowing how to respond to police questioning can be difficult. Often, police officers are aggressive when interrogating, and it can be easy for individuals to feel anxious and pressured. As a result, people sometimes say things that make their situations worse. If you...
When does strict parenting cross the line to domestic violence?
Parents have the right to raise their children as they choose. Some parents are stricter than others and opt for different kinds of punishments to modify their children's behavior. While corporal punishment is legal in Florida, understanding what is allowable and what...
Could protesting lead to a disorderly conduct charge?
The U.S. Constitution provides the people the right to protest peacefully. The key point here is the right is allowed as long as it remains orderly and peaceful. In some cases, protests can get out of control and cross the line from lawful to unlawful. In those...
5 things you should never say to a law enforcement officer
If a law enforcement officer stops you on suspicion of speeding or driving under the influence of alcohol, what should you say—or more to the point, what should you not say? Mind your manners whenever you interact with a law enforcement officer. Here are five things...
Can a DUI get you expelled from college?
If you are a college student arrested due to DUI crimes, how much should you worry about a conviction? Does a conviction have the potential to seriously affect your future, especially as a college student? The answer may surprise you. While the consequences may not...
Does implied consent apply to DUIs?
When an officer pulls you over on suspicion of DUI, they will likely want to administer a BAC test. Though breath analysis tests can feel invasive, do you actually have a right to refuse to take one? Due to implied consent laws, the answer to this question might be...
Can you get arrested for yelling?
Do your neighbors complain about your loud parties or fights with your partner? Do you get dirty looks from people in restaurants and movie theaters for talking too loud? In most cases, annoying other people with the volume of your voice has social consequences but...
Mitigating violent tendencies with cognitive behavioral therapy
Violence can disrupt domestic relationships, jeopardize community safety and have lasting repercussions for both victims and perpetrators. Resources such as cognitive behavioral therapy may help mitigate violent tendencies. With proactive intervention and a bit of...
The difference between reasonable suspicion and probable cause
Critical thinking can be hard when police question you. You may not be guilty, but you fear that an officer will find grounds to accuse you of a crime. Nervousness can cause you to forget about your rights and allow the police to search your car or home. You are even...
