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The US Constitution's Twenty-Fourth Amendment
In: Law
After the Civil War, the vote was extended to members of all races. Some states placed a tax on voting to hold down the black vote. more...
Twenty-Third Amendment to the US Constitution
In: Law
The Constitution provided for a seat of government for the United States. It did not provide voting rights for those living there. more...
The US Constitution's Twenty-Second Amendment
In: Law
In 1797 George Washington set a precedent that would be followed for 143 years. He retired from office after two terms. Franklin Roosevelt broke the tradition. more...
Holder Says 9/11 Trials to be Held in New York
In: Law, Crime & Justice (general)
The decision announced Nov. 13, 2009 by Attorney General Eric Holder to try 9/11 conspirators in New York is controversial, but strongly grounded in the Constitution. more...
The 21st Amendment Repeals the 18th
In: Law
The only constitutional amendment ever repealed was the 18th which had ushered in Prohibition. The experiment ended on Dec. 5, 1933, with ratification of the 21st. more...
The Twentieth Amendment to the US Constitution
In: Law
In 1787, when the US Constitution was submitted to the States for ratification, the world was a far different place than in 1932. Communication and travel were far slower more...
Expunging or Sealing Florida Criminal Records
In: Law, Crime & Justice (general)
It is difficult to get a job in today's economy, especially for an individual with a criminal record. Florida has a process for some individuals to clean their records. more...
In: Law, Crime & Justice (general)
Under Florida law, DUI is one offense, proved by impairment of normal faculties or unlawful blood alcohol or breath alcohol level of .08 or above. more...
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Canada Toughens Child Pornography Laws
In: Crime
By: Arthur Weinreb
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Civil Rights Law Prevents Genetic DNA Testing
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