Vehicle safety technologies have come a long way over the years. While these car safety advancements like airbags on the steering wheel and a 3-point seat belt system benefit both sexes, you can’t help but wonder, are women still at a greater risk of injury in a car crash? According to the National Highway Traffic […]Continue reading
Updated on August 17th, 2023 at 08:13 pmMajor rideshare companies like Uber are popular and convenient in Washington DC. Calling for a ride only takes a few taps on your phone. But despite their user-friendly apps and convenience, you can’t help but wonder, who is responsible for a car accident in an Uber? Usually, the […]Continue reading
Updated on April 11th, 2022 at 03:00 pmThe case of a Colorado truck driver who was sentenced to 110 years in prison has recently brought into the national spotlight the criminal justice issue of mandatory minimums and whether they properly reflect justice when used in criminal sentencing. What Is A Mandatory Minimum? A mandatory minimum […]Continue reading
Updated on August 17th, 2023 at 09:05 pmThe three most common criminal driving offenses in the United States are speeding, failure to stop at a red light, and failure to signal. One offense that marks one of the top ten is driving under the influence of alcohol (DUI). The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration reports […]Continue reading
Updated on August 17th, 2023 at 09:07 pmThe Second Amendment preserves a person’s right to possess firearms. However, gun control laws vary from state to state. Some states have very strict rules and regulations as guns are considered a dangerous weapon and violent crimes can occur with firearms. So, can you open-carry a gun in […]Continue reading
Updated on January 4th, 2022 at 09:07 pmOn August 24, 2021, in the early morning hours, a 19-year-old male, Max Helm, reportedly raped a 17-year-old girl outside the FIJI fraternity at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. Max Helm is accused of sexually assaulting a 17-year-old girl during a party and leaving her bloody, naked, and exposed […]Continue reading
Updated on July 23rd, 2021 at 06:41 pmBody cameras are an effective way to uphold police accountability while at the expense of the defendant. The Federal Police Camera and Accountability Act of 2018 requires uniformed federal police officers, including U.S. Capitol police, to wear body cameras and dashboard cameras in patrol vehicles. What Does This […]Continue reading
What is a Motion to Suppress Evidence? A motion to suppress evidence involves a defendant asking the court for certain evidence to be excluded from being presented at trial. The basis for the exclusion of the evidence is typically rooted in the United States Constitution, a state constitution, or a statute that allows for evidence […]Continue reading
Updated on April 27th, 2021 at 04:37 pmOn April 1, 2021, the D.C. Police Reform Commission released its report on the Metropolitan Police Force, which included more than 90 recommendations. Their report is the culmination of a seven-month-long intensive dive into the history of policing in the District of Columbia. Through extensive research, the report […]Continue reading
Updated on December 6th, 2022 at 06:34 pmThe Distracted Driving Safety Act of 2004 makes it illegal for drivers to use a cell phone or other electronic device while driving in DC to limit car crashes caused by distracted drivers. The only exception to this law is if your cellphone or device is equipped with […]Continue reading
