According to the New York Times – At least 2,000 law enforcement agencies have tools to get into encrypted smartphones. You can read more HERE. The article states – that at least 2,000 law enforcement agencies in all 50 states now have tools to get into locked, encrypted phones and extract their data, according to
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How To Choose a Criminal Defense Attorney
The experience of being charged or accused of a crime and the legal hassles that come along with it can very be difficult. You need someone to defend you who will vigorously and protect your legal rights. A criminal defense attorney is trained to help you protect your rights. A criminal charge can impact many
Read MoreWhy You Need A Criminal Defense Lawyer
If you have been arrested or charged with a crime, you will need the help of a criminal defense lawyer to defend your rights and defend your freedom. A criminal defense lawyer will explain your rights in all stages of the criminal process and help you develop a plan to provide you with the strongest defense
Read MoreI have been contacted by the police, should I speak to them without a lawyer?
Answer – NEVER talk to the police without consulting with an attorney first. Do I need a lawyer? If the police are asking you questions but you have not yet been charged with a crime – then it is time to hire a criminal defense lawyer. Hiring a lawyer before an arrest will often times
Read MoreNew Law Limits Passports for Tax Delinquents
The U.S. government will soon be able to revoke passports from those who haven’t paid their taxes, and prevent those who are delinquent from obtaining a new one. Congress will implement this new law in December, targeting those who owe $50,000 or more in unpaid taxes. There are some exceptions, however, for Americans travelling for
Read MoreHypnosis: A Party Trick Becomes a Crime
Many people have been hypnotized as part of a show or party trick. Others claim that hypnosis has aided them in sleeping, dieting, and even stopping smoking. Some people don’t trust hypnosis and may not have a clear idea of what it is. No matter your personal stance on it, the modern understanding is that
Read MoreWhy Some Trials Take Years to Close: The Case of James Holmes
Many people may wonder why some criminal trials can take years to come to a close, such as the case of James Holmes, the infamous mass murderer who killed 12 people and injured 70 more in a shooting rampage during a theater showing of The Dark Knight in 2012. Holmes’ trial is still ongoing, with
Read MoreTennessee Horse Soring Case Paused Due to Search Warrant Issues
In a case reported by the Daily Times, defense attorney Rob White won his motion to suppress evidence gathered regarding a horse-soring case in Maryville, TN. White’s clients, horse trainer Larry Joe Wheelon, owner of Larry Wheelon Stables in Maryville, TN, and his employee Randall Gunter, are facing charges of aggravated animal cruelty charges after
Read MoreWhat to Do When Criminals Get Away-Safety First!
In light of recent events in Crossville, Tennessee, it’s a good idea to know what to do when the police are searching for an armed criminal. If you are in the near vicinity of a criminal on the run, go in your house and lock your doors and windows. Do not allow your children outside
Read MoreTennessee Tax Return Preparer Indicted for Preparing False Tax Returns
Tax preparation can be a profitable business. Done incorrectly, it can also be a very costly one. This is a lesson that Kevin Mendell Walker apparently didn’t know. Walker, a 44 year old resident of Hixson, Tennessee, owns K&R Enterprises, a business specializing in the preparation and presentation of taxes. According to the nine-count indictment
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