Top Police, Press release and news information from 24-7 Press Release Newswire en-us http://rss.24-7pressrelease.com/images/24-7PressRelease_rss_logo.gif http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/ http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press_releases_by_category.php?cat=240 http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/intimate-partner-strangulation-now-a-felony-in-texas-126320.php Wed, 25 Nov 2009 08:00:00 GMT On September 1, 2009, two measures went into effect that increase the potential penalties and fines against those convicted of committing certain domestic violence offenses in Texas. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/cellphone-ban-continues-to-affect-driving-habits-126317.php Wed, 25 Nov 2009 08:00:00 GMT Although it may seem that D.C. drivers constantly violate the ban on cell phone use, a new study concludes that cell phone use would be 43 percent higher if not for the ban and its enforcement. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/women-under-the-influence-chicago-duis-on-the-rise-126324.php Wed, 25 Nov 2009 08:00:00 GMT In Chicago and across the country, an increasing number of women are finding themselves taking a backseat ride to the police station under DUI charges. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/college-students-and-pennsylvania-criminal-charges-126321.php Wed, 25 Nov 2009 08:00:00 GMT Criminal charges for using a fake ID, underage drinking or marijuana possession can follow students around long after they have received their degrees. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/returning-to-school-dont-drink-drive-and-lose-your-license-126325.php Wed, 25 Nov 2009 08:00:00 GMT In Illinois, the penalties for underage drinking and driving are severe. Drivers under 21 lose their driving privileges if they are caught with any trace whatsoever of alcohol in their systems. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/driving-while-impaired-its-more-than-dui-125886.php Mon, 23 Nov 2009 08:00:00 GMT Pennsylvania is now participating in the ARIDE efforts designed to help officers better detect drivers impaired by prescription or illicit drug use and help curb accidents and injuries. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/slamming-the-brakes-on-distracted-driving-126042.php Sun, 22 Nov 2009 08:00:00 GMT Legislators across the nation are responding to the overwhelming evidence of the dangers of distracted driving by enacting laws restricting cellphone use while driving. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/federal-lawmakers-mull-restrictions-on-cell-phone-use-126043.php Sun, 22 Nov 2009 08:00:00 GMT Currently, two bills encouraging federal limits on phone use to prevent distracted driving are making the rounds in Congress. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/legislation-imposes-additional-punishments-on-drunk-drivers-in-new-york-126046.php Sun, 22 Nov 2009 08:00:00 GMT Recent legislation proposed by Governor Paterson increases the penalties against drivers who are convicted of drunk driving offenses with a child passenger in the vehicle. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/distraction-at-37000-feet-lessons-for-the-road-125883.php Sat, 21 Nov 2009 08:00:00 GMT Bad things can happen when you don't pay attention. This has been tragically proven again and again as distracted drivers continue to cause roadside tragedies. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/overview-of-white-collar-crimes-in-california-125693.php Fri, 20 Nov 2009 08:00:00 GMT California authorities have focused recently on prosecuting several types of fraud, including mortgage fraud, insurance fraud, workers' compensation fraud, and Medicare fraud. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/schools-may-be-responsible-if-students-are-injured-125475.php Thu, 19 Nov 2009 08:00:00 GMT A fatal stabbing in the hallway between classes at Coral Gables High School in Coral Gables, Florida may lead to a negligence lawsuit against the Miami-Dade School District. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/protecting-yourself-from-deercar-collisions-in-west-virginia-125476.php Thu, 19 Nov 2009 08:00:00 GMT Deer present one of the most dangerous road conditions for drivers on WV's roadways. Precautions can be taken, including protecting yourself with UM/UMI coverage. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/fl-residency-requirements-keep-registered-sex-offenders-out-in-the-cold-125166.php Wed, 18 Nov 2009 08:00:00 GMT Under Florida law, a convicted sex offender is required to submit information and updates to the Florida registry of sex offenders and abide by rigid residency rules. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/relief-from-prosecution-for-medical-marijuana-users-125174.php Wed, 18 Nov 2009 08:00:00 GMT In October, the Obama Administration issued a new federal policy, telling federal prosecutors it was no longer a priority to arrest people who use medical marijuana in compliance with state laws. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/long-road-ahead-in-effort-to-end-distracted-driving-125173.php Wed, 18 Nov 2009 08:00:00 GMT At the recent Distracted Driving Summit hosted by Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood, it became clear that distracted driving is a growing safety concern across the nation. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/white-house-takes-steps-to-curb-texting-and-driving-125172.php Wed, 18 Nov 2009 08:00:00 GMT If recent actions are any indication, chances are good that some form of national legislation on texting while driving will soon see the light of day. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/floridas-habitual-traffic-offender-law-125171.php Wed, 18 Nov 2009 08:00:00 GMT Under Florida law, once you receive a certain number of traffic violations you are labeled a "habitual traffic offender," and your driving privileges are revoked for a minimum of five years. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/jack-l-jaffe-was-recognized-as-one-of-the-top-lawyers-in-detroit-in-the-november-edition-of-dbusiness-a-detroit-business-magazine-125204.php Wed, 18 Nov 2009 08:00:00 GMT Jack Jaffe was honored this month in not one but in two categories for his practice in the area of Family and Criminal/DUI law as a Detroit Top Lawyer. Mr. Jaffe has extensive trial experience and will fight for his client's rights. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/brill-legal-group-pc-scores-a-victory-on-behalf-of-nypd-detective-charged-with-multiple-counts-of-official-corruption-125190.php Tue, 17 Nov 2009 08:00:00 GMT Peter E. Brill of the Brill Legal Group, P.C. has achieved a victory in the face of difficult odds in the prosecution of a veteran New York City Police Detective charged with improperly dealing with his confidential informants. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/dream-act-can-help-alleviate-the-woes-of-some-undocumented-aliens-124852.php Sat, 14 Nov 2009 08:00:00 GMT The US immigration system is in desperate need of a major overhaul. For those seeking permanent residence in the US, the visa wait can be years depending on the immigrant visa type. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/blood-draws-of-suspected-san-antonio-drunk-drivers-have-started-124850.php Sat, 14 Nov 2009 08:00:00 GMT A new Texas law, effective September 1, 2009, expands police power in Texas for Mandatory Warrantless Blood Tests. This change will have many people suspected of DUI forced to give a blood sample. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/hit-and-run-accidents-involving-damage-to-attended-vehicle-or-property-124624.php Fri, 13 Nov 2009 08:00:00 GMT Obligations of individuals to stop at the scene of a vehicle accident. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/internet-child-pornography-124623.php Fri, 13 Nov 2009 08:00:00 GMT Examination of Pennsylvania's Internet Child Pornography statutes. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/sexual-harassment-by-text-messaging-124455.php Thu, 12 Nov 2009 08:00:00 GMT Sexual harassment via text is a new problem in the workplace. In response, a majority of states now have harassment laws that include electronic means of contact, including computers and cell phones. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/new-address-management-systems-for-the-emergency-services-123356.php Fri, 06 Nov 2009 08:00:00 GMT Aligned Assets announce the release of three new address management solutions for the Emergency Services http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/pennsylvania-twitter-charges-123303.php Thu, 05 Nov 2009 08:00:00 GMT A recent case stemming from activities at the G20 Summit provides one more reminder that police are keeping pace with technological advances and carefully monitoring online activities. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/dui-defense-lawyer-las-vegas-exclusive-aggressive-las-vegas-criminal-defense-lawyer-paul-j-adras-esq-122834.php Tue, 03 Nov 2009 08:00:00 GMT DUI in Las Vegas: Finding an experienced and ethical lawyer can be a difficult process especially in Las Vegas! http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/regional-police-to-benefit-from-software-training-american-academy-of-applied-forensics-at-cpcc-hosts-internet-evidence-collection-course-122930.php Tue, 03 Nov 2009 08:00:00 GMT Investigators from across the Carolinas have been invited to receive training from Reno, Nevada-based Vere Software. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/chief-federal-judge-approves-new-voice-technology-to-monitor-sex-offenders-us-district-court-validates-the-cvsar-122931.php Tue, 03 Nov 2009 08:00:00 GMT Chief Federal Judge Approves New Voice Technology To Monitor Sex Offenders US District Court Validates the CVSA(R) http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/to-catch-a-predator-recent-decision-clarifies-crime-of-attempt-122531.php Sat, 31 Oct 2009 08:00:00 GMT One of the fundamental aims of law enforcement is to prevent crime. To this end, courts and legislators in the United States have developed the crime of attempt. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/should-distracted-driving-laws-apply-to-all-texas-drivers-122594.php Sat, 31 Oct 2009 08:00:00 GMT Texas recently joined the growing number of states that are putting limits on driver cell phone use and texting. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/trucking-industry-looking-for-exception-from-texting-bans-122593.php Sat, 31 Oct 2009 08:00:00 GMT Across the country, there has been a movement at the state and federal levels to ban drivers from sending, receiving and reading text messages while driving. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/defending-possession-of-child-pornography-in-texas-122428.php Fri, 30 Oct 2009 08:00:00 GMT A brief overview of pertinent issues in defending a child pornography case, in particular an internet child pornography case. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/nafa-seeks-tax-credits-for-fleets-that-use-clean-fuel-and-lowemission-vehicles-122524.php Fri, 30 Oct 2009 08:00:00 GMT NAFA Fleet Management Association is seeking tax credits on alternative fuel and hybrid vehicles to allow public service fleets the ability to do the right thing for the environment while remaining fiscally responsible. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/medical-marijuana-laws-in-california-122172.php Thu, 29 Oct 2009 08:00:00 GMT Recently California law enforcement officials have been cracking down on suspected illegal marijuana dispensaries throughout the state. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/massachusetts-court-rules-police-must-have-warrant-for-gps-devices-121985.php Wed, 28 Oct 2009 08:00:00 GMT According to a recent ruling by the Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court, police must have a search warrant before installing a global positioning system (GPS) device in a private citizen's vehicle. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/jeff-smith-inducted-into-stanford-whos-who-122045.php Wed, 28 Oct 2009 08:00:00 GMT Jeff Smith brings outstanding leadership, dedication, and distinction to the field of Law Enforcement. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/changes-to-new-york-and-federal-drug-laws-121603.php Sat, 24 Oct 2009 08:00:00 GMT New York recently relaxed harsh drug laws that required prison sentences for nonviolent drug crimes. Pending federal legislation would also lessen penalties for crack cocaine offenders. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/protecting-yourself-from-claims-of-corporate-fraud-121602.php Sat, 24 Oct 2009 08:00:00 GMT The current economic crisis has caused an increase in government scrutiny of corporations. As a result, it is important for executives to protect their companies and themselves. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/melendezdiaz-may-be-shortlived-victory-for-criminal-defendants-121472.php Fri, 23 Oct 2009 08:00:00 GMT A recent Supreme Court case resulted in major changes to the legal requirements for using scientific evidence in trials, and clarified the rights of defendants guaranteed by the Sixth Amendment. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/focusing-on-the-dangers-of-distracted-driving-121475.php Fri, 23 Oct 2009 08:00:00 GMT Issues related to distracted driving are receiving a great deal of attention as lawmakers begin to understand the prevalence of this problem and the full extent of the consequences. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/aegis-bleu-physical-vulnerability-assessment-product-named-as-finalist-in-government-security-news-homeland-security-awards-121441.php Fri, 23 Oct 2009 08:00:00 GMT Aegis Bleu was selected as a finalist for Best Security Compliance, Auditing, and Vulnerability Management Solution by GSN Magazine. The Physical Vulnerability Assessment Security Survey Tool (VASST) is the first mobile self-assessment tool. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/viaradio-partners-with-americas-emergency-network-aen-121077.php Wed, 21 Oct 2009 08:00:00 GMT Two of the widest reaching communications networks in Florida double their efforts together. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/sex-offender-registration-part-of-the-disease-or-part-of-the-cure-120783.php Sat, 17 Oct 2009 08:00:00 GMT While lawmakers may have had good intentions, there is little evidence to suggest that sex offender registration is effective at preventing further crimes. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/the-irs-limited-amnesty-program-what-are-the-consequences-120544.php Fri, 16 Oct 2009 08:00:00 GMT The IRS has extended a limited amnesty program, allowing UBS accountholders to disclose previously undeclared assets and pay back taxes while generally avoiding criminal prosecution. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/state-and-federal-agencies-take-steps-to-combat-mortgage-fraud-120543.php Fri, 16 Oct 2009 08:00:00 GMT The recent real estate downturn has made the prevalence of mortgage fraud more apparent, resulting in greater efforts to investigate and prosecute these crimes. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/floridas-mortgage-fraud-task-force-120547.php Fri, 16 Oct 2009 08:00:00 GMT Given the rampant problems with mortgage and foreclosure rescue fraud in Florida, several state officials are currently engaged in a multifaceted crackdown. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/the-confrontation-clause-for-the-twentyfirst-century-120392.php Thu, 15 Oct 2009 08:00:00 GMT A new Supreme Court ruling regarding the rights guaranteed in the Sixth Amendment helps people accused of crimes by ensuring the right to cross-examine lab analysts in court. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/the-polygraph-examination-120387.php Thu, 15 Oct 2009 08:00:00 GMT The Polygraph Examination: An important tool in defending against allegations of criminal sexual conduct. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/the-michigan-sex-offender-registry-act-sora-120386.php Thu, 15 Oct 2009 08:00:00 GMT The Michigan Sex Offender Registry Act (SORA) What is it? Who must register? What are the ramifications for non-compliance? http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/melendezdiazs-impact-on-military-urinalysis-cases-120395.php Thu, 15 Oct 2009 08:00:00 GMT The recent US Supreme Court decision in Melendez-Diaz v. Massachusetts has significant implications for defendants in the civilian court system and their counterparts in the military justice system. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/irs-amnesty-program-extended-120394.php Thu, 15 Oct 2009 08:00:00 GMT U.S. citizens with offshore accounts can avoid criminal prosecution. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/workplace-violence-study-analyses-spillover-threat-of-domestic-violence-119716.php Tue, 13 Oct 2009 08:00:00 GMT As homicide is a leading cause of death for women in the workplace, the Domestic Violence Assaults in the Workplace Study analyses the factors in 500 workplace assaults due to intimate partner violence. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/new-york-private-investigators-icorp-investigations-helps-stop-fraud-in-workmens-compensation-cases-119756.php Sat, 10 Oct 2009 08:00:00 GMT Fraud is very a popular problem in Workman's Compensation cases, ICORP Investigations help put an end to it in the New York area. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/teen-driver-cited-in-pedestrian-accident-119509.php Fri, 09 Oct 2009 08:00:00 GMT The number of pedestrian vs. car accidents has grown in recent years. It is important for pedestrians to take safety measures and for drivers to watch for pedestrians and pay attention while driving. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/irs-amnesty-program-extended-119773.php Fri, 09 Oct 2009 08:00:00 GMT The IRS Amnesty Program has been extended from September 23, 2009 to October 15, 2009. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/demystifying-the-intoxilyzer-5000article-provided-by-troy-g-broussard-the-dwi-dr-httpwwwdwidrcom-119354.php Thu, 08 Oct 2009 08:00:00 GMT Breath tests for DUI and drunk driving are not infallible. Calibration is not permanent on any equipment, despite sales propaganda claims. Plus, there are some people who are not "good candidates" for breath-alcohol testing. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/pennsylvania-cops-go-undercover-to-catch-sexual-predators-of-children-119061.php Sun, 04 Oct 2009 08:00:00 GMT Across Pennsylvania, there has been a strong effort to investigate and prosecute Internet sex crimes, using police officers posing as "children" to capture alleged predators. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/lab-results-crime-analysts-must-testify-118821.php Sat, 03 Oct 2009 08:00:00 GMT The recent Supreme Court ruling in the case of Melendez-Diaz v Massachusetts had significant implications for Virginia, resulting in a special legislative session and new laws.