The term "police misconduct" can be used to describe a wide range of improper or illegal actions on the part of law enforcement officers. These actions may involve police brutality, malicious prosecution, or witness tampering. Some of the most famous police misconduct cases on record include: Officers Eddie Martins and Richard Hall - Rape and Sexual Assault There are few more egregious examples of police harassment than the act of sexual assault and rape committed by Officers Martins and … [Read more...]

If you’re received a jury duty notification letter from the Jefferson County Judicial Center (JCJC), that’s definitely a date you want to keep. If you have thoughts about blowing it off, don’t. By sending you the notification, the court expects you to show up. If you do not, you could be looking at fines, jail time, or a contempt of court charge. How Was I Chosen for Jury Duty? Kentucky used to follow a procedure that required all jury members to be citizens who have voted. That changed in … [Read more...]

When you are pulled over on the highway or receive a visit from the police at your home, it can sometimes be tricky to know what to say. You want to make sure you don't say the wrong thing and end up facing criminal charges. You can, of course, always opt to remain silent. Before you do so, however, you may wish to ask the police a few of the following questions: "Am I Being Detained?" If the officer insists that you go to the station or sit in the back of their car, you should immediately ask … [Read more...]

It has never been easier to set up and hide nanny security cameras than it is today. A couple of decades ago, these secretive devices needed to be concealed in a stuffed animal or another large object. Nowadays, however, technology has improved to the point where it is possible to put a camera into even the smallest item. A quick search online will show that it is possible to pick up a nanny cam pen or nanny cam alarm clock for less than $50. Of course, the fact that a product is … [Read more...]