When someone is released on bail, a judge sometimes adds a condition that they stay away from drugs and alcohol and prove it through regular testing. For many people, this is the condition that feels most intrusive in daily life, and it's also one...
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Many people assume police always need a warrant to make an arrest. In fact, most arrests in California happen without one. Warrants matter in some...
Movies and TV make it seem like every criminal case ends in a dramatic trial. In reality, most cases are resolved through a plea bargain long before...
Seeing someone you love while they're in custody can mean a lot to both of you, but the first visit can also be nerve-wracking if you don't know what...
Many people expect a criminal case to move in a straight line from arrest to a final decision. Instead, they show up for a court date, wait, and...
Sometimes a judge agrees to release someone before trial but adds a particular condition: they have to wear a monitor. For many people, that's a much...
A phone holds more about a person's life than almost anything else they own: messages, photos, location history, banking, and more. So it's no...
When someone you love is in jail, even for a few days, one of the most practical ways to help is putting money on their account. It covers small...
When a loved one has just been arrested, the first call to a bail agent can feel overwhelming, especially when you're asked for details you don't...
Almost everyone has heard "You have the right to remain silent" on TV. Far fewer people know what that right actually entails, how to use it, or...