Protecting Your Rights And Your Future
Wondering if it is legal for you to live in a camper in your backyard in Lexington? In Kentucky, this is a matter of local government law. Local governments pass zoning ordinances that detail how land may and may not be used. Zoning and land use ordinances have the force of law. In Lexington, it is unlawful to live in…
Kentucky has a long list of prohibited exotic wildlife that it considers “environmentally injurious” or “inherently dangerous.” The purpose is to protect the general public and native wildlife from the dangers posed by certain types of wildlife. Some species of exotic wildlife are considered “environmentally injurious,” meaning they pose a threat to the native environment. State law prohibits importing, possessing,…
In our American form of government, our society collectively detests certain acts. Our state lawmakers write and rewrite laws to reflect these unacceptable acts and their punishments. Acts that subject a person to legal punishment are otherwise known as crimes. Some people believe that committing a crime, like theft, under certain life-or-death circumstances, should be a forgivable offense, not considered…
As recently as 2018, the American Bar Association (ABA) reported that there were over 1.3 million lawyers in the country—a 15% increase over the previous decade. But when the ABA went on to clarify their criteria for who was a lawyer, they referred to licensed practitioners. Technically, they were talking about attorneys. For many, the two terms are interchangeable. An…
Some people have lived in Kentucky their entire lives. However, many people moved to Kentucky from another state. What happens if you had a criminal case in another state that was never resolved? What happens if you visit another state and commit a crime? You are charged with the crime, but you come back home to Kentucky without resolving the…
Having a family member or friend in the Kentucky State Penitentiary system can be an emotional and difficult experience. Most people are not familiar with the penitentiary system when their loved one enters the system. Understanding how to use the KOOL system can be very helpful for family and friends. What is the KOOL System in Kentucky? KOOL is the…