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Child Pornography and Computer Crimes in Delaware
When you think of the various ways someone can use technology to engage in criminal activity, identity theft, online fraud, phishing, and hacking all come to mind. However, there are extremely harsh laws on child pornography in Delaware, also crimes in which the computer is commonly used. These statutes have been in existence since… Read More »
Delaware Collateral Consequences That are More Serious Than You Expect
Collateral consequences are the impacts on your life that follow a conviction and the period of time during which you serve your sentence. After you are released from incarceration and pay all court costs, fines, and restitution, there are ramifications. You face restrictions or limitations with financial, family, and professional matters for years or… Read More »
Tips for Parents if Your Child was Arrested in Delaware
Delaware lawmakers have established a system of juvenile justice for offenders under 18 years old, recognizing that minors can benefit from rehabilitation instead of punishment. Many juveniles are processed through the system every year, as the State of Delaware Criminal Justice Council reports that around 3,000 minors are arrested annually. The advantages of rehabilitation… Read More »
What are the Penalties for Possessing a Destructive Weapon in Delaware?
When you think of weapons charges, you probably assume the laws are directed at possession, illegal sales, and other unlawful activities involving firearms. However, Delaware has a statute on Possessing a Destructive Weapon, which includes items that are not guns. Violations of the law can lead to serious felony charges, which carry long prison… Read More »
Common Drug Charges on Delaware College Campuses
For many young people headed away to University of Delaware or other colleges this fall, it is their first time away from home and exercising independence. Unfortunately, these freedoms can often lead to poor judgment and serious drug charges. According to the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), there are around 14,100 arrests for… Read More »
What Does the State Have to Prove for Fourth Degree Rape in Maryland?
Sex crimes in Delaware involve strict laws and extremely harsh penalties, especially for the four offenses classified as rape. First Degree is the most serious, but the Delaware criminal statute on Fourth Degree Rape still carries long prison sentences and hefty fines. For many people convicted of the offense, some of the most damaging,… Read More »
4 Facts About Your Right to Remain Silent
For most people, the very familiar phase is something you never want a Delaware law enforcement officer to say to you. “You have the right to remain silent. Anything you say can and will be held against you in a court of law.” This language means you are under arrest because police have probable… Read More »
Is Money Laundering a White Collar Crime in Delaware?
White collar crimes are not mentioned in Delaware’s criminal laws, so many people are confused about what offenses are included in the definition. Fortunately, the state statutes are clear on what constitutes money laundering, and the terminology makes sense. When funds are derived through illegal means, they are “dirty” because of the connection to… Read More »
Things Out-of-State Drivers Need to Know About Delaware DUIs
First, the good news to know is that drunk driving laws in Delaware are similar to your home state in many respects. Under Delaware’s DUI statute, like all US states, the legal limit is .08 percent blood alcohol concentration (BAC). Another similarity across jurisdictions is that you could be arrested for impairment or being… Read More »
Can I Modify My Level of Probation in Delaware?
If you were convicted of a crime in Delaware, probation may be part of your sentence after you serve time or in lieu of incarceration. The Delaware probation system establishes different levels of monitoring, starting at Level I where the person is low risk and has minimal need for supervision. Levels II and III… Read More »
