You may have heard it said that someone might have a warrant out for their arrest, but few people understand the full meaning of that term. It's not a simple task to have a warrant issued that would lead to an arrest, so read on to learn more about what it means and how it happens.
By the Judge
There can be no type of warrant without a judge's approval. This facet of the criminal justice system assures citizens that "
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You likely know not to drive after you've been drinking, but you may not be quite as careful about driving after you've taken prescription medication. Close to 70 percent of Americans take prescription drugs, and if you find yourself in this group, you need to be conscientious about how and when you operate a motor vehicle. While many arrests for driving under the influence are related to alcohol, police officers can also arrest and charge you if they believe that you're under the influence of prescription medication and aren't driving safely as a result.
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Accusations of domestic violence in a divorce case can lead to the issuance of a restraining order. While there are definitely times when a spouse feels threatened, and a restraining order is necessary in a contentious divorce case, sometimes the allegations of domestic violence are false and used to retaliate against the spouse. In fact, allegations of domestic assault occur in 25% of divorces, and 70% of all restraining orders are found to be trivial or false.
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When you deal with depression for long periods of time, it can affect how you're able to manage life, including very important details such as supporting yourself with steady employment and keeping a roof over your head. This is called persistent depression disorder, or Dysthymia, and trying to juggle this condition and all of life's demands is often a losing battle. Is it time to look for long-term, permanent help? Do you think you should finally file for disability support or is there some other avenue of treatment you should try, first?
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Becoming disabled is something that no one wants to ever encounter during their lifetime. It's so easy to take your mobility for granted. Once you're not able to work and move around like you did before you realize that you're going to have to apply for Social Security Disability (SSDI) benefits. But, what happens when you get denied? It's a cruel blow that can leave you feeling like you don't know what you're going to do.
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