Theft and robbery are two very distinct criminal offenses. While both involve the unauthorized taking of another person’s money or property with the intent to deprive the person, robbery also entails the offender using or threatening to use physical force to take...
For worse, the U.S. sees more school shootings than any other country in the world. In this year alone, there have been at least 71 school shooting incidents in America as of November. Because school shootings are some of the most deplorable crimes anyone can commit,...
When you think of cyberattacks, what’s the first thing that comes to your mind? You might imagine a group of hackers accessing a major company’s servers by exploiting a backdoor in their systems or by launching malware. However, the truth is that most cyberattacks and...
At some point in your life, you will have an interaction with the police. And, when that encounter occurs, you may wonder whether you have to give the Arkansas police officer your ID or identify yourself. Identification versus driver’s license First, unlike most other...
Police officers conduct routine traffic stops, which can escalate to an arrest when Arkansas drivers do not understand their constitutional rights. While you should pull over and be polite to the officer, you should still learn to use your rights appropriately and...
Interacting with law enforcement can be a nerve-wracking experience, especially if you find yourself under arrest. You might wonder if everything they say is truthful, or if they can lie to you during the process. Understanding the boundaries of police conduct in...
Being pulled over by the police can be a stressful experience, but knowing what to do can make the situation more manageable. Understanding the correct protocol can also help ensure interactions with law enforcement officers are respectful and safe. This article...
Since 2001, law enforcement has used facial recognition technology as an essential tool in their criminal investigations. Since 2016, one out of two images of American citizens has been placed into a law enforcement database. The system purportedly removes human bias...
If you live in Arkansas, you know that the state takes a fairly harsh stance against marijuana use. Though state lawmakers made medicinal marijuana legal back in 2016, they have yet to legalize recreational use. Unless and until recreational marijuana becomes legal in...
Nearly every year Arkansas lawmakers pass laws that pertain to state residents. Some of these laws only make minor changes and most people remain blissfully unaware of these actions. In 2021, two laws that touched on criminal defense measures in the state became law...
