There has been a massive increase in the number of exonerations in America as of late, to the point where we have reached a record high. More importantly, there's been a significant increase in non-DNA related exonerations while those involving DNA have flat lined. The year 2014 was the first exorbitant showcase of non-DNA exonerations, having the most of any previous year at 103 cases.
Using Domestic Violence Accusations in order to Sway Family Court Cases
Family law cases are complicated matters and can become even more difficult for everyone involved when there are allegations of domestic abuse. Unfortunately, there is a trend towards an increase in the use of false accusations of domestic violence to gain an advantage in family court. One in ten American couples experience intimate partner violence every year, so the reality exists, but can also be taken advantage of.
How to Obtain a Certificate of Eligibility to Have Your Criminal Record Sealed or Expunged in Florida
Having a criminal record is never an easy thing to deal with especially in this society. It can affect an individual in many ways some seen and some unforeseen. Many individuals try to research different outlets in order to get their criminal records sealed or expunged. In the state of Florida, it is prudent to know what the necessary steps are in order to possibly be eligible for expunction or the sealing of your record.
Miami-Dade Court Judge Rules Bitcoin is not Money in Recent Laundering Case
Bitcoin, a form of virtual currency, was recently placed under scrutiny in a case of money laundering in South Florida. The man being accused, was a web designer named Michell Espinoza, who had transmitted $1,500 worth of this virtual "money." Espinoza sold the coins to undercover detectives who mentioned wanting to use them to purchase stolen credit card numbers. Following these circumstances, Espinoza was then charged with illegal money laundering.
