There is a legal doctrine known as the fruit of the poisonous tree. It has to do with the way that the police gather evidence. If they do so incorrectly, it may mean that some of that evidence cannot be used in court. Generally, this doctrine sees the “poisonous tree“...
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Can you tell how drunk you are?
“I’m not as drunk as I think you are,” is an old joke that’s played for laughs – but it’s no laughing matter when someone ends up behind the wheel of their car while inebriated. Yet, the old joke hides a little truth: People inherently tend to gauge their own...
Domestic violence goes beyond physical harm
Alaska has some of the highest rates of domestic violence in the U.S. It counts for a large portion of violent crime in the state. Individuals dealing with a domestic violence case may receive years of prison time and hefty fines. However, it is important to note that...