Public Defender Vs. Criminal Defense Attorney
According to the Sixth Amendment, a defendant has a constitutional right to be represented by an attorney during trial. It also means that if the defe...
Mandatory Minimum Drug Sentences Why They Matter
The US is home to less than 5 percent of the world’s population, but almost a quarter of the world’s prison population. With nearly 1 out of every 100...
Maui Bans Smoking with Minors in Car
On July 1, 2018, Maui County made it illegal to smoke or vape in vehicles with children under the age of 18 present. A first time violation results in...
Passing Criminal Justice Reform Will Congress Finally Pass Criminal Justice Reform?
Throughout his campaign, President Trump branded himself as the tough on crime candidate and he has held these views for some time. In Trump’s 2000 bo...
Driving Without a License in Hawaii
Driving without a license is illegal in all 50 states, and the consequences vary depending on the state and whether it’s your first or repeat offense....
