Drug and Alcohol Crimes
It’s no surprise that this usually comes up as the most common felony. There are a lot of drugs in the world and a lot of ways to get in trouble with them. However, some of them are legal when used as the law requires. Felonies.org will help you understand what is and isn’t legal, how to manage the legal ones, and what to do if you get caught with one of the illegal ones. We’re here to help you stay safe and following the law, and especially using responsibly to protect yourself and your fellow citizens.
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What Is Vehicular Manslaughter?
Each state defines vehicular manslaughter differently. Below are examples of vehicular manslaughter and the resulting penalties.
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Racketeering Explained: The Infamous RICO Statute
Below, we will go over the RICO Act, origins of racketeering, and the history of organized crime in the United States.
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Marijuana Decriminalization vs. Legalization
The short answer is that you're only safe to possess a reasonable amount of marijuana in a state where marijuana has been legalized.
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What Is a Wobbler?
Not every case fits into a description of a crime perfectly, and unique situations can't always be treated with a one-size-fits-all penalty.
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What Are the Punishments for Mail Fraud, Theft, and Other Mail Related Felonies?
It's important to know what these postal crimes are, what you are and aren't allowed to mail, and what the penalties are for violating these laws.
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Is Weed Legal in Texas? Marijuana Laws as of Early 2020
Forms of the cannabis plant have been legalized in Texas recently, which may lead many to wonder, “Is weed legal?” Below, we’ll go over exactly what is now legal in Texas and what is still illegal.
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Is Public Intoxication a Crime?
Laws against public drunkenness exist to prevent people under the influence of drugs and alcohol from disturbing others in public, as well as to remove people who can’t control themselves from hurting themselves and others.
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What Are the Laws Concerning Liquor?
It is always the combination of federal, state, and local laws that help shape the role that alcohol plays in the U.S.
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Is It a Crime to Not Report a Felony?
"If you see something, say something." Though not exactly like this saying, misprision of felony has everything to do with the knowledge of, concealing, and not reporting a felony.
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Is Disorderly Conduct a Crime?
According to federal regulations, "A person commits disorderly conduct when they cause public nuisance, violence, alarm intentionally, or if they cause risk recklessly."
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