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Sept. 16, 2016

Many people are unaware of the consequences they can face if they are accused of being an accomplice to another person's criminal act. Some may have heard of the term "aiding and abetting," which is the same concept.

Sept. 2, 2016

Being convicted of a sex offense involving children is certain to change the trajectory of one's life. In fact, even being accused of such an offense even if a conviction is not forthcoming is enough to tarnish the reputation of even highly respected individuals.

Aug. 11, 2016

Incest is a taboo in every culture, but the laws prohibiting it differ widely from state to state. In fact, most state laws don't even agree on the definition of incest.

Aug. 5, 2016

If you are a resident of Kentucky, you should brush up on the consent laws to make sure that you don't wind up accused of a sex crime.

July 29, 2016

"If you do the crime, do the time," is one old adage. But sometimes you can face the same penalties as the one who actually did the crime even if you did not.

July 8, 2016

There are few crimes that raise the hackles of society as much as allegations of child abuse or molestation. The reactions of people towards those accused of such acts can range from revulsion to deadly revenge.

June 16, 2016

With the recent incidents of homegrown terrorism here in the United States, it's a good idea to delve into what actions could be construed as a terrorist threat under Tennessee laws.

May 27, 2016

If you have been unjustly accused of the crime of sexual assault, your life may well be in ruins long before you ever get to trial. But as bad as a false accusation can be, it's far worse when you are wrongly convicted.

April 28, 2016

If you are arrested for a felony charge, it's vital to do all that you can to avoid a conviction, as there are life-long consequences for those with felony convictions on their record, including losing the rights to bear arms or vote. Below are some additional consequences of felony convictions.

April 22, 2016

Anyone facing sex crime charges is in a precarious legal position, as a conviction can result in imprisonment and other very negative consequences. Rape is one of the crimes that falls into the sex crimes category.