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Unlike several other states, Iowa takes a harsh stance against cannabis. Unless you have a qualifying medical condition, it is against the law to possess any form of cannabis. Even having marijuana paraphernalia in your possession can lead to a misdemeanor conviction...
Most people who work in health, government or even law enforcement will acknowledge that making drugs illegal has not stemmed the abuse of some of them. If anything, forcing people to purchase their drugs in an unregulated market creates even more risk for those...
Getting a divorce may be hard on your family. Younger children may act out, and teens might start staying away from home to avoid conflicts or situations they’re not comfortable with. Depending on the circumstances of your divorce, your child may be extremely...
Prom and graduation season, followed by a long, hot summer, increases the chances of teens drinking alcohol. It can be easy to get a hold of alcohol, either from a parent’s liquor supply, an older friend or thanks to a fake ID and a not-very-observant clerk at a...
A drunk driving charge is hard to deal with -- but a conviction is vastly harder. Once a DUI charge is on your record, it may influence many aspects of your life for a long time to come. A DUI conviction may affect your ability to keep your license. You may lose your...
Couples who get divorced generally have a list of reasons behind their decision, of course -- and it used to be the rule that you had to present one or more of those reasons as "grounds" for your divorce to the court. Commonly accepted grounds for divorce included...
A judge considers what's in a child's best interests when making decisions in child custody cases. The court may weigh various factors, including your son or daughter's safety when deciding what custodial agreement is right for them. One factor that may lead a judge...
Getting pulled over by the police for anything can lead to delays, frustrations and expenses. If the police officers suspect you of operating while intoxicated (OWI), you could face incarceration, larger fines and the loss of your license. For police to establish...
There are only a few months left in the school year. Now is an ideal time for you and your ex to begin discussing summer vacation arrangements if you haven't done so already. When you share joint custody of your child with your co-parent, you have to take certain...
Adolescence and young adulthood are difficult experiences for many people. If your child is like most teens, they will probably make a few mistakes and try breaking a few rules. They could do something that puts them at risk physically or legally. Often, teenage...
