Rebecca Pirius
Attorney · Mitchell Hamline School of Law
Bullying and Harassment at School
Bullying causes lasting harm—and in some cases, it's illegal. Learn what schools must do by law, when bullying and cyberbullying become crimes, and what steps parents can take, including suing the school. ... READ MORE
Victim Notification System: How VINE Works
Read about the how the VINE (“Victim Information and Notification Everyday”) network keeps victims and concerned citizens informed of offender status and location. ... READ MORE
How to Get a Restraining Order
If you're being abused, threatened, or stalked, a restraining order could help. Find out how to file, what to expect at the hearing, and how orders are enforced. ... READ MORE
Restraining Orders and Protection Orders: What They Are and How They Work
If someone is threatening, stalking, or abusing you, a restraining or protective order may offer legal protection. Find out how courts issue these orders, what they can prohibit, and what happens when they're violated. ... READ MORE
Virginia Criminal Statutes of Limitations
How much time does the prosecution have to charge you in Virginia? ... READ MORE
New Jersey Criminal Statutes of Limitations
How much time does the prosecution have to charge you in New Jersey? ... READ MORE
Massachusetts Criminal Statutes of Limitations
How much time does the prosecution have to charge you in Massachusetts? ... READ MORE
Maryland Criminal Statutes of Limitations
How much time does the prosecution have to charge you in Maryland? Learn how criminal statutes of limitations work, what the time limits are, and what happens if prosecutors file too late. ... READ MORE
Iowa Criminal Statutes of Limitations
How much time does the prosecution have to charge you with a crime in Iowa? What happens if the statute of limitations has expired? ... READ MORE
Georgia Criminal Statutes of Limitations
Learn how criminal statutes of limitations serve to protect defendants, what time limits apply to Georgia crimes, and what happens when time runs out. ... READ MORE