According to the U.S. Constitution, the 5th and 14th Amendments protect the federal government from depriving citizens of their legal rights without proving their guilt. For example, no one can be jailed or have their property taken without going through the legal system. However, in colleges and universities across the country, students accused of crimes—even serious crimes … [Read more...]
What is Title IX & How is it Applied to Sex Assault on College Campuses?
Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 (20 U.S.C. sec. 1681 et seq.) is a civil rights act that prohibits all public and private schools from discrimination on basis of sex in all education programs and activities. The most publicly obvious effect has been to require universities to provide equal athletic opportunities to all students. However, the reach of Title IX … [Read more...]
How Widespread is Human Trafficking in the U.S.?
It’s nothing less than a modern form of slavery. And yes, it does happen here in the U.S. The buying and selling of human beings not only still happens, but human trafficking in the U.S. is a significant problem and a major industry—generating up to $150 billion for its overseers. A recently published report highlights this humanitarian crisis and the differences in criminal … [Read more...]
What Happens When Juveniles Commit Sex Offenses Against Other Teens?
Anyone between the ages of 10 and 16 are considered juveniles in the state of Texas, but that doesn’t mean they receive “free passes” when it comes to committing sexual offenses against other juveniles. While juvenile sex offense cases will be tried in a juvenile court, this doesn’t mean that the consequences are not severe for the crimes. Juveniles can receive anything from … [Read more...]
