Generally speaking, those who are charged with shoplifting are people who have been caught with merchandise as they tried to leave the store. Maybe they put something in their pocket and then tried to walk out past the cashier without paying. Maybe they put something...
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The difference between misdemeanor and felony cannabis possession
Cannabis or marijuana is now legal for recreational and medical use in a large number of states. However, in Alabama, only CBD is currently lawful to possess and utilize. Although there is a medical marijuana program in the works, it will be many months, if not...
Can the police look in your trash can?
The police need a warrant to search your house, or they need your consent to do so. Without it, even if they suspect they may find evidence in your house, they're not allowed to enter. They have to show this reasonable suspicion to the judge and then be issued the...
Why do bankruptcy requests get denied?
Deciding to file for Chapter 7 or Chapter 13 bankruptcy often comes after a cold, hard reckoning of facts. You acknowledge that you may have bitten off more than you could chew, and you are now in a financially precarious situation with no better alternative. Still,...
Does bankruptcy end your eligibility for consumer credit?
Most American families use multiple kinds of credit to keep the household financially solvent. People finance big purchases, like vehicles and houses. They may also use credit cards to pay for costs that exceed their monthly budget, like unexpected vehicle repairs....
Handling medical debt through consumer bankruptcy
If you were ill and now have significant medical debt, you may be overwhelmed by the amount that you’re expected to pay. Realistically, medical debts add up quickly when you’re hospitalized, and those bills may be more than you’ll earn even if you work every day for...
Setting the record straight about bankruptcy misconceptions
People have false notions regarding consumer bankruptcy, the process and its aftermath. Before making your decision, familiarize yourself with some facts. The truth about bankruptcy may be very different from what you have previously heard or believed. Fallacies...
When should you consider filing for bankruptcy?
When you fall behind on paying your bills, it can quickly lead to an overwhelming accumulation of debt. Past-due balances, defaulted loans and missed payments are not only stressful, but they can also lead to other unpleasant consequences, such as debt collection...
The difference between dischargeable and non-dischargeable debt in bankruptcy
The Founders of our country knew that people would sometimes be overwhelmed by debt and be unable to escape it unaided. That is why they gave us the constitutional right to discharge some of our debts and start over. If you are considering filing for bankruptcy,...
Signs your credit card debt might be out of control
Credit card debt is something that anyone can struggle with. When credit card debt can amass so quickly, it is no wonder that the average person has several thousand dollars of credit card debt. While many people have credit card debt, there is a limit to how much...