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Mary Berg

Mary Berg is a legal specialist and listicle writer with two years of experience contributing to NewsBreak. With a keen eye for legal trends and a talent for breaking down complex laws into accessible content, Mary crafts engaging, informative articles that resonate with a broad audience. Her work blends precision with readability, helping readers stay informed on legal issues that impact their daily lives.

Former Florida Republican Candidate Gets Three Years for Threatening Primary Rival

On Wednesday, a former Republican congressional candidate from Florida was sentenced to three years in federal prison for stalking and allegedly planning to have his main rival killed by a fictitious foreign hit squad. According to court documents, St. Petersburg resident William Robert Braddock III, 41, was sentenced in federal court in Tampa. In February,…

Former Florida Republican Candidate Gets Three Years for Threatening Primary Rival

Illinois Moves to Ban Police Searches Based on Cannabis Odor: What You Need to Know

Prohibit law enforcement from using the smell of cannabis as the sole justification for stopping or searching vehicles. This move addresses inconsistencies in previous court rulings and seeks to clarify the boundaries of lawful searches in the context of legalized cannabis. Quick Overview Background: Conflicting Court Decisions The impetus for SB 42 stems from two…

Illinois Moves to Ban Police Searches Based on Cannabis Odor What You Need to Know