If someone said they were going to beat you up in a non-serious manner, it wouldn't be assault, ... On the other hand, if they said it, and you were in fear of them actually doing it, then that would be.

It's a very emotional time and we respect that,

About 85 percent of what we deal with after dark involves alcohol, ... If someone got intoxicated and used it inappropriately, they could be charged with aggravated battery.

If you feel someone suspicious is following you, the best thing to do is to talk on your cell phone, ... Even if you just act as if someone is on the other end, it will make them think twice.

In a situation where you don't think any of your roommates are home and you locked the door before you left, the first thing you should do before even putting the key in the door is turn the knob, ... If it turns, you should already be thinking that something might be wrong.

But it's being abused by the oil lobby and proponents of drilling to try to get the legislation through a back door.