Archive for February 2009

You Read What About Me on the Internet?!: Anonymous Online Libel

Feb 26th, 2009

Written by: Tracy Frazier
Researched by: Daniel Kwak
Edited by: Casey King
Managing Editor: Lauren E. Trent
The internet is the Wild West of free-flowing information-few rules apply and everyone is trying to stake their claim. To many, the internet is the quintessence of free speech and the First Amendment. Others worry that this free expression-shielded by user names [...]



Sweet “Sext”teen: When Child Pornography Victims Become Defendants

Feb 19th, 2009

Written by: Ed Bushnell
Researched by: Jeff W. Richards
Edited by: Darci G. Van Duzer
Managing Editor: Alexander JL Theoharis
Child pornography convicts are widely considered the lowliest offenders, even among criminals; only the truly depraved would indulge in such a vice. This opinion stems in large part from the innocence and vulnerability of the victims of child porn.
But [...]



JELL Publishes Volume 23, No. 2

Feb 13th, 2009

The Journal of Environmental Law and Litigation has published Volume 23, No. 2. In operation since 1985, the journal is a strong player in the environmental law field.

To read their newest and past issues online, or for subscription information, visit their website.
The Legality will resume publication on Thursday.



High Times for a Test of the Castle Doctrine

Feb 12th, 2009

Written by: Steve Glista
Researched by: Jeff W. Richards
Edited by: Peter Fehrs
Managing Editor: Brady Iandiorio
Nobody wants to start their day by facing down a couple of knife-wielding thugs in the kitchen, but eventually it happens to everyone. On January 7, 2009 it was Michael Arcay’s turn. When Daniel Bartlett and Justin Campbell broke through his front [...]



A Whirlwind Tour of the World’s Oldest Profession: Prostitution

Feb 5th, 2009

Written by: Nick Caleb
Researched by: Tom Borton
Edited by: Amy E. Seely
Managing Editor: Mary Anne Nash
People love sex. From Shakespeare to Spielberg, sex has always found its place into literature, art, and history. And with its obvious popularity, it is not surprising that people will pay for it. Because some are willing to accept payment for [...]