The Criminal Aftermath Of Drink Driving: Penalties And Sentences
Drink driving is an offence under the Road Transport (Safety & Traffic Management) Act 1999 (NSW) (the “Act”). In New South Wales there are effectively five categories of “prescribed concentration of alcohol” (PCA) offences.
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Forensic DNA Testing
Forensics is defined as the study of evidence found at a crime scene and used in a court of law. Forensic DNA testing refers to DNA testing of evidence to convict or exonerate suspects based on their connection to that evidence. Just as fingerprints revolutionized crime fighting a century ago, forensic DNA testing has radically changed the way criminal evidence is examined. (read full article…)
How To Get Forensic Trial Animation Admitted
With continuing technological advancements, no longer must attorneys rely on traditional forms of evidence in order to prove, defend or prosecute a case. The use of forensic computer animation used as evidence has exploded, bringing with it challenges to traditional principles of evidence admissibility. (read full article…)
When The Feds Come Knocking: What Business Lawyers Need To Know About Criminal Law
But I’m a business lawyer. I don’t deal with criminals.
That doesn’t mean criminal matters won’t crop up in your practice. Maybe your client will be the target of the investigation, or only a witness, but odds are that you will encounter a criminal investigation. (read full article…)
The Role Of A Criminal Lawyer
Criminal cases are things that most normal people would not want to have at any time in their life. However, there may be times that such occurrences are inevitable. Criminal cases cause great distress and trauma for many people whether or not the accusations where the cases are based are valid. In the instances when such occurrences are unavoidable, most people find the sole source of their hope in a criminal lawyer. Luckily, in these days where information about practically everything is available, it is no longer difficult to find a competent criminal lawyer. (read full article…)
Identity Theft And Some Basic Precautions
Identity theft is a growing problem and criminals devise new and more ingenious methods for procuring our private information each and every day. We are not defenseless against identity thieves and a few basic precautions will lower our chances of becoming a victim. (read full article…)
The Science Of Forensic Investigation
The science of forensic investigation has been around for hundreds of years. In the past hundred years however, Forensic investigation has developed and the progress that has been made is astounding. The art of forensic investigation is used every day on crime scenes throughout the world. A forensic investigation refers to the investigation of a crime scene. A crime scene investigator reconstructs the crime scene, analyzing evidence and carefully documenting each one of their findings. If only one piece of evidence is documented incorrectly, it could put the whole criminal case in jeopardy, potentially setting a criminal free to run the streets. (read full article…)
The Credentials Of Any Good San Diego Criminal Defense Lawyer
The hallmark credentials that you want to see when hiring a San Diego criminal defense lawyer on a serious felony charge are pretty much the same for a criminal defense lawyer anywhere. When you are charged with a serious felony in a state court system where your exposure is many years in prison you don’t want someone ‘practicing’ or dabbling on your matter. You want a consummate talented and respected professional that regularly handles the type of criminal charge that you are charged with. (read full article…)
Criminal Identity Theft - Don’t Let Your Good Name End Up In A Criminal Database!
You’re driving on road one night, then you notice there’s a police cruiser following close behind you. You figure the cop just wants to pass you, so you move over one lane, except he moves over too and stays on your tail, then you see the flashing red & blue lights then “Woooop!!! wooooop!!!” You must be wondering why you were pulled over. You weren’t speeding nor breaking any traffic laws and your tag is not expired. Maybe it’s just a burned out taillight. “Sir may I see your driver’s license and registration please.” (read full article…)
How To Acquire A Forensic Accounting Certification
The definition of forensic accounting is the application of methodology to legal issues. It is frequently associated with white-collar crime, fraud, embezzlement, and general abuse of fund issues. If you are planning to further your education in accounting, this is what will be required of you to obtain your forensic accounting certification: (read full article…)