You’ve probably watched a movie where one of the characters utter the cliche line about how they want to plead the fifth while sitting on the stand in a courtroom. The concept of using the Fifth Amendment in court is one that has always held a fascination when it comes to fiction. However, it’s not…

Over the holidays, we tend to operate with a heightened set of emotions. Every situation, both good and bad, can feel emphasized or overly dramatic. While everyone hopes to experience the holidays in a positive and healthy way, bad things do happen. Conflicts happen, accidents happen, and of course, crimes are committed. There are certain…

Double jeopardy is a legal term popularized in society by a movie with the same name. Although many people know the phrase, very few understand its meaning. The double jeopardy law pertains to the court’s ability to punish someone multiple times for a single crime. This especially important if the court acquits the defendant of…