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New criminal justice bill eliminates bail, aims to reduce racism in policing

Criminal justice reform is something that happens all the time. It’s necessary as laws and communities change. In Illinois, a recent change is something to address. Illinois has become the first state to end cash bail as a new part of a criminal justice reform law. Both politicians and the police in the state have been speaking out against the bill, because they believe that it is an attempt to punish professionals and one that...

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White Collar Crimes

Potential defense strategies for credit card fraud

Credit card fraud refers to a wide variety of actions in which a person uses a credit card, debit card or other payment method illegally. This fraud is a white-collar crime, and the penalties for a conviction can be serious. Whether there is a fraud charge due to using someone else’s information to apply for a credit card or for using a company-owned card for personal items, the court sees this as theft. Depending on...

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Criminal Defense

What is the right to an attorney?

When you face criminal charges, you have specific rights to ensure that you get fair treatment and the chance to defend yourself properly in court. One of the rights you want to exert is your right to an attorney. You will hear this right read to you in the Miranda warning an officer gives you upon your arrest. According to the Sixth Amendment Center, this right mainly comes from the Sixth Amendment of the U.S....

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