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What Is Criminal Trespassing?
by Jessica Gillespie, MSLIS · Long Island University
Criminal trespass occurs when someone enters or stays on someone else’s property without authorization. ... Read more
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Robbery, Theft, and Burglary: How Are These Crimes Different?
by Rebecca Pirius, Attorney · Mitchell Hamline School of Law
Learn how the law defines and penalizes the crimes of theft, larceny, robbery, and burglary. ... Read more
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Can an Act Be Both a Crime and a Tort?
by Jessica Gillespie, MSLIS · Long Island University
A single event can be both a criminal offense and the basis for a civil lawsuit. ... Read more
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Is It a Crime to Knowingly Transmit an STD?
by Riccola Voigt, Attorney · Thomas Jefferson School of Law
Many states criminalize the knowing transmission or exposure of an STD to another. Informing your partner may be a defense. ... Read more
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What Is Vandalism?
by Rebecca Pirius, Attorney · Mitchell Hamline School of Law
Vandalism covers a broad variety of unlawful acts relating to the destruction or defacement of property—both public and private. In some states, vandalism falls under the crimes of graffit ... Read more
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Parents' Responsibility for Underage Drinking
by Rebecca Pirius, Attorney · Mitchell Hamline School of Law
Some states permit underage drinking with parental supervision. But even in those that do, parents can still face criminal charges or civil liability for the acts of their child. ... Read more
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Illegal Hazing: Crimes and Civil Lawsuits
by E.A. Gjelten, Legal Editor
Hazing may lead to school discipline, criminal charges, or personal injury lawsuits. Learn when hazing is a crime and when victims may sue fraternities, sports teams, or schools that don’t ... Read more