Tag: law
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Joint Custody, Criminal Charges, and a System Under Strain
The Suffolk parental abduction case underscores the complexities arising from vague custody orders, which can lead to conflicts and enforcement issues. Breone’a Haskett Lee faced charges after taking her daughters to Texas without permission. This highlights the need for precise custody terms to prevent escalations that turn civil disputes into criminal matters.
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Henrico County Approves Animal Cruelty Registry — What It Means for Public Safety and Why Citizens Should Pay Attention
Henrico County has become the first county in Central Virginia to launch a public animal cruelty registry, giving shelters and citizens a new tool to prevent convicted abusers from obtaining pets. Approved unanimously by the Board of Supervisors on December 2, the registry will list individuals convicted of felony-level animal cruelty offenses after July 1,…
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Maryland and Virginia Need Their Own TRUST Act: It’s Time to Pull Back the Curtain on Judicial Bias
Texas has introduced the TRUST Act to enhance judicial transparency by requiring judges to disclose financial contributions from parties appearing in their courts. This initiative addresses concerns over bias due to political contributions, aiming to restore public confidence in the legal system. Maryland and Virginia should adopt similar measures to ensure fairness and accountability in…
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Broken by Design: The Hidden Crisis in Virginia’s Family Courts
Virginia’s family courts prioritize profit over justice, operating in secrecy that undermines due process and children’s welfare. With federal funding encouraging conflict, families suffer from arbitrary rulings and a lack of accountability. Courts utilize Alternative Dispute Resolution, often to the detriment of parents and children. Reform is vital for true justice.
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