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Crime & Prisons
Find information on criminal charges, records, incarceration, and the rights of individuals in prison.
Child Abuse & Neglect
Learn about child abuse and neglect to understand the signs, legal definitions, reporting requirements, and how the system works to protect children and support families.
Criminal Records
Learn about your rights and options if you have a criminal record, including expungement, sealing, and how it can affect jobs, housing, and benefits.
Domestic Violence & Abuse
Learn how to recognize domestic violence and abuse, and what legal protections and resources are available to help you stay safe.
Elder Abuse
Learn about elder abuse to recognize the signs, understand the legal protections in place, and find out how to report and prevent harm to older adults.
Getting A Restraining Or Protection Order
Learn how to get a restraining or protection order to legally keep someone away from you if you're experiencing abuse, threats, or harassment.
Having A Lawyer In A Criminal Case
Learn about your right to have a lawyer in a criminal case and how a defense attorney can help protect your rights.
Juvenile Justice
Understand what happens when minors are involved in criminal proceedings or face school discipline, including their rights, possible detention or sentencing, and how to get advocacy or support.
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Petition for Protection
Ask the court for a protective order against someone who has abused, threatened, stalked, or sexually assaulted you.
Domestic Violence & Abuse
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