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  Why do we have so much crime? Tim Cella Former Paralegal at  Ascent Law  (2018–2021) I have an opinion as to why there is so much crime. I’m not certain that the opinion I hold is true, so I’m open to more information and research. I also think that there are many reasons that crime exists, so there isn’t just 1 reason. I personally believe that the decline of the traditional family structure is a contributing factor to increased crime rates. With that being said, it is crucial to acknowledge that crime cannot be solely attributed to this single factor. Also, societal changes and trends evolve over time, making it challenging to pinpoint any one cause as definitive. The traditional family structure typically refers to a household comprised of married parents raising children together. It is argued by some researchers and social commentators that a decline in this structure may lead to negative outcomes, including higher crime rates. They suggest that the stabi...

  What are some things parents say about the non-custodial parent? Tim Cella used to work at several law firms The answer to this question really does depend on the type of relationship the exes have with each other. Positive statements : I rarely see these when working in divorce/custody cases. They should happen but are rare. Neutral statements : These comments simply acknowledge the non-custodial parent's presence or role, without injecting positive or negative statements. "Your dad/mom will pick you up on Friday." "You got your sense of humor from your father/mother." "You'll be spending the holidays with your mom/dad this year." Negative statements : Unfortunately, in cases where there's animosity, parents make negative comments about the non-custodial parent. It's generally considered unhealthy and harmful to the child's emotional wellbeing to express these negative feelings, especially to the child. Such as: "Your father/mot...

  How does the court system handle cases where an accused individual claims hallucinations as a defense for their actions? Tim Cella Former Paralegal at  Ascent Law  (2018–2021) I’ve seen a few criminal cases in my day and I can tell you that your jurisdiction will matter — so make sure you check with a  qualified and licensed lawyer  who regularly practices criminal defense law in your specific area before coming to any conclusion on the matter. I’m not a lawyer so this is just what I’ve seen. If a criminal defendant claims hallucinations as a defense for their actions, the court system typically handles such cases through a process that involves evaluating the defendant's mental state and determining their culpability. Here is a general overview of how the court system may approach these situations: Competency Evaluation : When an individual raises a defense based on hallucinations or mental illness, the court may order a competency evaluation. This ...