General Justice Studies

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Civil Law vs. Criminal Law: Breaking Down the Differences

Will Erstad | 03.21.2022

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Homicide vs. Manslaughter: Clearing Up the Confusion

Carrie Mesrobian | 01.10.2022

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The Inside Story on 5 Organized Crime Cases and the People Who Brought Them to Justice

Kirsten Slyter | 10.18.2021

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Police Ranks: Breaking Down 8 Different Law Enforcement Positions

Will Erstad | 08.16.2021

How Much Do Paralegals Make? Plus Other FAQs About This Legal Career Answered

Callie Malvik | 10.12.2020

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62 Criminal Justice Terms Law Enthusiasts Should Know

Anjali Stenquist | 09.14.2020

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Burglary vs. Robbery and 21 Other Common Crimes Defined

Ashley Brooks | 07.22.2019

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The Psychology Behind Society’s True Crime Obsession

Jess Scherman | 04.08.2019

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15 Tantalizing True Crime Documentaries on Netflix to Stream in 2018

Jess Scherman | 09.24.2018

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7 Signs You Should Consider Pursuing a Paralegal Career

Ashley Brooks | 09.11.2018

10 Corrections Careers for People Curious About Criminal Justice

Ashley Brooks | 08.29.2018

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How to Become a Police Detective: Your 6-Step Guide

Brianna Flavin | 08.16.2018

19 Paralegal Blogs & Resources to Follow Before 2019

Jess Scherman | 08.02.2018

The Police Officer Requirements You'll Need to Meet in Order to Serve

Brianna Flavin | 07.19.2018

3 Supreme Court Decisions That Shaped Our Criminal Justice System

Kristina Ericksen | 12.31.2018

22 Criminal Justice Blogs to Follow in 2018 & Beyond

Ashley Brooks | 11.12.2018

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