Where Does Crime Data Come From?

Crime data comes from two general sources: Observations Reports 1a - Direct Crime Observations Crime statistics can be gathered by observing criminal activity directly. Researchers can monitor criminal activities at locations which already have a history of criminal activity or they can.

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In Defense of the Casey Anthony Defense

In Defense of the Casey Anthony Defense

How a Skilled Las Vegas Defense Attorney Can Utilize the Rules of Evidence to Enhance Your Case or Weaken the Government’s Prosecution against You One of the major benefits of retaining an experienced and skilled Las Vegas criminal attorney is the proactive.

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DOJ Counts 400 Terrorist Convictions in Civilian Courts

DOJ Counts 400 Terrorist Convictions in Civilian Courts

In a letter to lawmakers Friday, the Department of Justice said just over 400 alleged terrorists have been tried in civilian courts since Sept. 11, 2001. The letter, by Assistant Attorney General Ronald Weich and addressed to Senate Judiciary Committee Chairman Patrick.

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Juvenile Justice

The 49 year old woman’s voice cracked as she recounted the incident. “I was afraid to death,” she says. “They call it a petty crime, but you know what, Big crimes start from little crimes.” Afraid of retaliation from the neighborhood youth,.

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Internet Scam

Cynthia Johnson is a Vanderbilt Nurse. She is smart and cares about people. I meet her on this warm afternoon in the quadrangle outside the Hospital, across from the McDonalds. She is 52 years old, a mother of two, and the wife.

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High court strikes down Chicago handgun ban

High court strikes down Chicago handgun ban

In another dramatic victory for firearm owners, the Supreme Court has ruled unconstitutional Chicago, Illinois', 28-year-old strict ban on handgun ownership, a potentially far-reaching case over the ability of state and local governments to enforce limits on weapons. A 5-4 conservative majority.

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