Masey White, Author at Felonies.org

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Masey White August 20, 2020

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Ineffective Assistance of Counsel

We'll discuss what rights you have throughout your entire case, what qualifies as ineffective assistance of counsel, the steps for addressing it, and what remedies can be made.

Masey White August 18, 2020

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What Is Criminal Mischief?

Damaging someone else's property in any way without their permission amounts to criminal mischief, which is a crime.

Masey White August 17, 2020

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Tort Law Definition & Examples

Here, "harm" is a pretty broad term that encompasses any type of wrongdoing that causes the victim to be physically or emotionally injured, suffer a loss, or otherwise experience damage that they are eligible to sue for.

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Masey White August 16, 2020

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How Much Does a Traffic Lawyer Cost?

Many of us have found ourselves with a traffic ticket in hand, wondering what to do next. Is it cheaper to just pay the ticket or fight it?

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Masey White August 12, 2020

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Is Crossing the Border a Felony?: 8 U.S. Code § 1325 & Other Immigration Laws

While crossing the border illegally may come with criminal and/or civil charges and penalties, it is not likely that a defendant will be charged with a felony in most first-time offender cases.

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Masey White August 11, 2020

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How to Expunge Your Record in Florida

In Florida, there are several options for either expunging or sealing something on your criminal record, the type of which will vary based on the type of crime committed, who committed it, and the age of the felon.

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Masey White August 5, 2020

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All About Restraining Orders: Know Your Rights

Though it will vary by state, there are also general practices for obtaining, defending against, and lifting a restraining order, as well as the penalties that will come with violating one.

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Masey White August 4, 2020

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What’s the Difference Between Assault and Battery?

The distinction lies with whether a physical, intentionally harmful act occurred or was merely threatened.

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Masey White August 3, 2020

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Can You Sue for Being Falsely Accused?

In some cases, you'll be able to sue your accuser for a variety of charges, including defamation, slander, libel, false imprisonment, malicious prosecution.

Masey White August 1, 2020

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Failure to Appear in Court

Whether it was intentional or not, if you've missed your court date, you're probably in a bit of trouble. Just how much trouble is that, though? Worst case scenario, you now have a warrant out for your arrest.