THE EIGHT AMENDMENT OF THE U.S. CONSTITUTION The right of bail and basic protections for U.S. citizens is guaranteed by the U.S. Constitution via the Eight Amendment and is part of the Bill of Rights. It prohibits the Federal Government from imposing excessive bail, or fines, cruel and/or unusual punishment, inclusive of torture to persons [...]
This is not an article about eliminating bail, but this is an article about bail reform – just not the type of reform you might be thinking. Yes, jails are overcrowded – that is undeniable, but the problem is never going to be solved by eliminating a bail system that has worked for decades at [...]
Three drunk guys enter a taxi. The taxi driver knew that they were drunk so he started the engine & turned it off again. Then said, “We have reached your destination”. The 1st guy gave him money & the 2nd guy said “Thank you”. The 3rd guy slapped the driver. The driver was shocked thinking [...]
As we are all aware because of the shut in rules due to the Pandemic most personal appearance court actions have been curtailed. How ever it is a good idea to call the court and find out if you are still on calendar and learn what you need to do as far as rescheduling. DO [...]
As health experts continue to recommend people begin working from home over the next 30 days amid the rapidly spreading coronavirus pandemic, it's a big change for many Americans who are used to driving into the office every day. However, with more than 25,000 cases in the U.S. and more being confirmed every day, working [...]
Domestic violence laws protect specific classes of people from certain types of harm that occur within the home. This protection can extend to a spouse, child, sibling, domestic partner and others who live in the home, for example. The power difference between the abuser and the victim is often considered by the courts when determining [...]
Driving in Memphis is something that pretty much every single adult does every day. They drive to get to work, to run errands, and take their kids wherever they need to go. Driving is such a part of everyone’s day to day life that no one really bats an eye at it. Everyone is used [...]
DUI checkpoints are created to ensure the safety of drivers and pedestrians in multiple ways. The primary functions of the inspections are to catch and prevent impaired drivers in areas that may have a higher chance of accidents. Due to this, police do not necessarily need to have probable cause to pull you over at [...]
Ben is arrested on suspicion of murdering a girl in the town. Ben is held in the county jail for over 24 hours without being charged. When his lawyer arrives, he tells the sheriff that since 24 hours have passed, Ben must either be charged or released. The sheriff promptly charges Ben-who is actually innocent-of [...]
“Reality TV” bounty hunter shows like ‘Dog The Bounty Hunter,’ and YouTube sensations Patty Mayo and Bounty Hunter D would have you believe that bounty hunting is one long action movie. They chase suspects down in dangerous situations, stake out suspects before “taking them down” and encounter all sorts of exciting situations every single day. [...]