Our Memories-Fact, Fiction, or a Little Bit of Both?
Have you ever heard someone tell a story of a past event many times and noticed that the story changed with each recounting? Is the narrator of the story lying? …
OJ Simpson’s Parole Hearing Set for July, May Be Free in October
Having already served 8 years of a 9-33 year prison sentence for armed robbery, kidnapping and other charges stemming from a confrontation with two sports memorabilia dealers at a Las…
Cosby Mistrial and the Difficulties with “He Said, She Said” Cases
Bill Cosby's sexual assault trial ended in a mistrial over the weekend after a jury could not agree as to his guilt or innocence. While the outcome was not entirely…
Burden of Proof Shifts in Florida Stand Your Ground Cases
Florida Governor Rick Scott has signed legislation into law that essentially shifts the burden of proof from defendant to prosecutor in "Stand Your Ground" cases. This is a significant shift…
Can a Cop Lie to You?
The short answer is yes. Police officers can lie, deceive, and falsify their true identities to obtain information from a suspect. Undercover sting operations are based on the premise of…