Crimes Against Humanity: Rape and Sexual Violence Rape is an epidemic that continues to grow in scope and severity. It is one of the most violent, brutal crimes a person can experience and one of the most underreported crimes. This is partly due to the fact that it goes against society’s ideas on what should…
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Drug Possession Incarcerations in the U.S. More than a quarter of the nation’s arrests, 26% to be exact, are related to drug offenses. Criminal defense attorneys across the United States are tasked with representing their clients as they face drug possession charges, as well as other violations, and defend their clients against ever-evolving laws. It’s…
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A Kid’s Guide to Crime Prevention in Their Community Whether you are playing in your neighborhood, sitting at home, learning in school, or surfing the Internet, understanding how to stay safe is incredibly important. It can mean the difference between a boring normal day and a terrible day, because there is a lot that can…
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A Teen’s Guide to Drug and Alcohol Safety Teens experimenting with drugs and alcohol is all too common, but the potentially devastating effects of these behaviors shouldn’t be underestimated. Once you learn about the dangers of drinking and doing drugs, it should be easier to see why you should avoid them. What Is Alcohol Abuse?…
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A College Student’s Guide: Know Your Legal Rights on Campus College students are protected by federal laws from mistreatment while on campus. Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 bans sexual discrimination at schools receiving federal funds. In addition, minority students, transgender students, and students with disabilities have legal rights and protections under federal…
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Facts and Stats on DUI in America DUI is an abbreviation for “driving under the influence.” Driving under the influence is the act of drinking while either drunk or under the influence of a controlled substance. A DUI is a serious crime because it can result in the death or injury of the perpetrator or…
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The Dangers of Binge Drinking Drinking alcohol is a popular activity, and many people like to do it to relax and have fun. Those who drink legally, carefully, and in moderation shouldn’t have any problems with alcohol. However, there are many people who misuse alcohol, with potentially dangerous consequences. Binge drinking, or drinking heavily in…
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Ohio’s Astronaut: John Glen John Herschel Glenn Jr. was a decorated military war veteran, a pilot, a famous astronaut, and a United States senator. Glenn is known best for his flight on Friendship 7, when he orbited Earth three times. From childhood, Glenn was interested in flying, and he was also interested in science. Glenn…
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History in Ohio: Birthplace of Neil Armstrong Neil Armstrong was an astronaut who commanded Apollo 11, the first spacecraft with a human crew to land on the moon. Armstrong was also the first person to leave the spacecraft and set foot on the moon. Armstrong was born on Aug. 5, 1930, in Ohio. From an…
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With this year’s presidential election being in the spotlight, it’s important to understand that judicial elections equally matter. In fact, I would suggest that judicial elections may be more impactful on your daily life than the national elections. Your President, Governor, or congressman cannot put you in jail, take away your children or order you…
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