Crime and Punishment

Words and phrases differ between the juvenile and adult justice systems. There′s a long-standing philosophy that children who break the law are to be nurtured and rehabilitated, not punished as criminals. Consequently, the language isn′t as harsh when referring to a juvenile offender. Here′s how …

“High crimes and misdemeanors”    -     “petty and status offenses” “city ordinances”    -     “felonies”    -     “infractions” You′ve probably heard most of these terms. Through TV, the movies, or personal experience, you′ve come across these references to crime. But what exactly are they, and what do they mean …

Legislatures have passed laws against the use, sale, and possession of marijuana.  Because  the “use” of marijuana is illegal, it’s possible to be charged and/or arrested in most states for being high without actually possessing any marijuana or paraphernalia on your person. However, some states have passed …