As parents, we understand the necessity of teaching our children right from wrong; one of those "wrongs" is stealing. So, when you receive a phone call that your teenager was caught shoplifting, it's understandable that you would be upset. Educating yourself about the...
Drunk Driving
3 ways to make divorce easier
If you are about to divorce, it is important to be realistic. You are very unlikely to find it easy. The rupture of a marriage can be a very difficult time. However, if you are fortunate, you might find it less awful than you feared. It’s not all sheer luck, though....
When does Iowa prosecute people for prescribed medication concerns?
People generally know that certain drugs are illegal to use or possess because the state has made them fully illegal. They know that if police officers find methamphetamine or heroin in their possession, they could very likely face serious criminal charges. However,...
How is debt handled in divorce?
When a marriage ends, there are many things that have to be considered. One of these has to do with property division. What many people don’t realize is that property division is more than dividing assets. Another primary component of property division is taking care...
What do the roadside sobriety tests tell officers?
The police use several methods to collect evidence from drivers who are suspected to be drunk. The police will often begin by asking drivers questions, such as where the driver is going or if they were drinking. The police may also look in a vehicle to find open...
Not everyone will have the same BAC, even after the same drink
When two people have a glass of wine, they may assume that they are just as intoxicated. If they both have multiple drinks and one person knows that they can’t drive because their blood alcohol concentration (BAC) is over the legal limit, they may assume that is true...
Points to consider in a gray divorce
Gray divorce, a term that refers to the increasing trend of divorce among older couples, typically after long-term marriages, presents unique challenges and considerations. Unlike younger people going through divorce, individuals experiencing a gray divorce must...
The alternative option for adults facing drug-related charges
Many criminal offenses in Iowa either directly or indirectly relate to substance abuse disorders. People can end up arrested for the possession of a controlled substance or how they acquire their drug of choice. The actions people take to afford their preferred drugs...
Can you get custody of your cat in a divorce?
About a year after you and your spouse got married, you decided to buy a cat. You’d always wanted to have a pet, and it was nice to have another companion in the home. Unfortunately, in the years to come, your marriage ended. The two of you decided that it just wasn’t...
3 reasons teens drink alcohol
It is illegal for teenagers to drink alcohol in the vast majority of situations. They are certainly not allowed to buy it, and they can get arrested merely for possessing alcoholic beverages while they are still underage. However, as most parents know, teens do still...