Published articles, messages, chats about criminal lawhttp://www.lawyers.comhttp://editorial.lawyers.com/common/image/favicon.icohttp://www.lawyers.com1616Almost 600 dogs and cats were rescued from a suspected puppy mills. The owner denied mistreatment of the animals and wants them returned to her. Federal and state law may apply when someone raises animals and sells them. Read more about this case and the regulation of animal breeding businesses.http://criminal.lawyers.com/Suspected-Puppy-Mill-Shut-Down-600-Animals-Rescued.html?method=rssSome states, including California, continue to consider legalization of controlled substances. Some drugs have medicinal uses, such as marijuana. Patients could benefit from legal use of such drugs, and legalization could mean tax revenue for state governments. Read about the legal issues involved.http://criminal.lawyers.com/The-Debate-over-the-Legalization-of-Drugs.html?method=rssThe Los Angeles County Coroner has ruled that Michael Jackson's death was a homicide, caused by a lethal combination of prescription drugs. Find out what this ruling means for Jackson's doctor.http://criminal.lawyers.com/Michael-Jacksons-Death-Ruled-a-Homicide.html?method=rssIn the recent shooting at a Pennsylvania gym, the shooter blogged about his plans. Usually, there's no duty to report plotted crimes if you see something posted on the Internet. However, morals still apply, and you can report your concerns to the police to help avoid a crime from being committed.http://criminal.lawyers.com/Internet-Threats-to-Kill.html?method=rssIf your property is seized as a part of a criminal investigation, don't expect it to be returned quickly, or intact. Property can be kept for an indefinite time as evidence in a case. Do keep records, including pictures, of any seized items. Legal action may not ensure return of your items.http://criminal.lawyers.com/Getting-Property-Back-after-an-Arrest.html?method=rssHow much time do you have to file a habeas corpus petition after the Supreme Court has said it will not look at your case?Thu, 19 Nov 2009 12:00:00 ESThttp://criminal.lawyers.com/ask-a-lawyer/What-Are-the-Time-Limits-for-Seeking-Habeas-Relief-7892.html?method=rssI am a medical marijuana patient in Colorado Springs, CO. I need to know the guidelines so I can grow my own.ccThu, 12 Nov 2009 12:00:00 ESThttp://criminal.lawyers.com/ask-a-lawyer/How-Much-Pot-Can-a-Medical-Marijuana-Patient-Grow-7884.html?method=rssIf a person has already been granted use immunity does that mean they are already a government witness or is it a bargaining tool?Thu, 05 Nov 2009 12:00:00 ESThttp://criminal.lawyers.com/ask-a-lawyer/Does-a-Grant-of-Use-Immunity-Require-One-to-Be-a-Cooperating...-7875.html?method=rssI am an 18 year old college student and was recently pulled over for my left headlight being out. The cops searched my car and found 1 Provigil pill which is an attention deficit disorder pill to help me study for school. I am not prescribed this pill so it is a Schedule IV narcotic charge, which is a felony. I don't want a felony because I have a strong desire to pursue a professional career. Is there any way I can get my charge lowered to a misdemeanor?Thu, 29 Oct 2009 12:00:00 ESThttp://criminal.lawyers.com/ask-a-lawyer/Can-I-Avoid-a-Felony-Conviction-For--Possessiing-a...-7867.html?method=rssI was arrested on a felony menacing charge in La Plata County Colorado on Sept 25, 2009. Why have I not yet been arraigned?Thu, 22 Oct 2009 12:00:00 ESThttp://criminal.lawyers.com/ask-a-lawyer/When-Does-an-Arraignment-Take-Place-7858.html?method=rss