Jail Time for Cheating on Exam
We've all thought about it. Whether it was a few scribbled notes on the inside of a palm or a quick peek over at a classmate's test sheet, cheating is...
Read MoreAmazon Patents Police Traffic Stop Drone
The future is now, ladies and gents. Tech giant Amazon just recently secured a patent for small shoulder-mounted police drones. Referred to as "unmanned...
Read MoreVirtual Reality Allows Jurors to Explore Crime Scenes
The jury experience, much like almost every other facet of the criminal justice system, is sadly still entrenched in the past. Technology has barely begun...
Read MoreLiberals to Reduce Use of Mandatory Minimum Sentences
Slowly but surely, we're beginning to see Justin Trudeau & co. undo much of the wrongs for which Harper's Conservative government is now infamous,...
Read MoreJudge Refuses $100,000 Lawyer Bonus
A Superior Court judge has recently ruled that a seasoned defense attorney, who sued a client for a $100,000 performance bonus after he was acquitted of...
Read MoreThe Textalyzer: a 21st century Breathalyzer
It's no real secret, texting and driving has become almost as (if not even more) prevalent than drinking and driving. While similar in nature, they both...
Read MoreNot Illegal to Film Police with Phone
In this digital age where cell phones are ubiquitous and everything is one snap away from being Youtube fodder, it's only normal to wonder whether it's...
Read MoreDistrict Attorney Fired by Trump for Upholding the Law
People who choose to work in the legal field usually have a very strong affinity for not only the law itself, but also for the rule of law. That is, they...
Read MoreWerner Herzog’s Into The Abyss
As far as documentaries on criminal justice go, Werner Herzog's Into The Abyss is definitely one of my favorites. Known for his explorations of dark subject...
Read MoreHow a Tweet Can Become a Weapon
We all know cybercrime can cause serious damage. From plain online bullying to sophisticated mega-hacking, the results of cyber attacks can be disastrous,...
Read MoreMe Ginzburg wins 2017 Oratory Prize
Me Adam Ginzburg managed to woo the Jury with his eloquent speech on: « Is a dirty martini better served shaken or stirred? » This competition allowed...
Read MoreYour First Court Appearance
What to know if you're ordered to appear in court. A first appearance in court can be extremely nerve-racking. Here is a list of what you need to know to...
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