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The legal age to buy tobacco in the USA is 21 years old under federal law since December 20, 2019. This includes all tobacco products—cigarettes, e-cigarettes, vaping products, cigars, smokeless tobacco, and nicotine pouches. There are no military exemptions at the federal level. As of September 2024, retailers must check photo ID for anyone under…
Crypto entrepreneur Jake Claver settled a federal trademark infringement lawsuit in February 2025 after admitting he created a fake website impersonating payment processor Verivend, fabricated wire transfer screenshots, and used forged materials to market his company Digital Ascension Group as a legitimate crypto operation. The case ended with a permanent injunction signed by Judge John…
California’s strictest gun laws yet took effect January 1, 2026. All firearms must be stored in DOJ-approved locked boxes or safes even if you live alone—leaving a gun on your nightstand while sleeping is now illegal. Starting July 1, 2026, dealers can’t sell Glock handguns or similar models with cruciform trigger bars, with penalties including…
Over 5.8 million Americans had their Social Security numbers, names, addresses, and dates of birth stolen in a 700Credit data breach that lasted from July to October 2025. Multiple class action lawsuits have now been filed against the credit reporting company, alleging negligence for failing to protect consumer data. Hackers accessed customer information through a…
Stefon Diggs faces felony strangulation and misdemeanor assault charges from a December 2 incident with his private chef over unpaid wages. Diggs denies everything, calling it a money dispute. His lawyers appeared in court December 30, 2025, and are working on a monetary settlement. Arraignment is January 23—two days before the AFC Championship Game. The…
Dumpster diving is legal in Florida if the dumpster is on public property and accessible without trespassing. However, Florida Statutes Section 810.08 and 810.09 make it illegal to enter private property without permission. Most dumpsters sit on private property, making dumpster diving there a trespass violation punishable by fines up to $500 or 60 days…
Dumpster diving is legal in Georgia if the dumpster is on public property and accessible without trespassing. However, Georgia Code Section 16-7-21 makes it illegal to enter private property without permission. Most dumpsters sit on private property, making dumpster diving there a criminal trespass punishable by fines up to $500 or jail time. What Georgia…
Dumpster diving is legal in California if the dumpster is on public property and accessible without trespassing. However, California Penal Code Section 602 makes it illegal to enter private property without permission. Most dumpsters sit on private property, making dumpster diving there a trespassing violation punishable by fines or arrest. What California Law Says About…
Ferrets are illegal to own in California. California Fish and Game Code Section 2118 explicitly bans ferret possession without a permit, and the California Department of Fish and Wildlife does not issue permits for pet ownership. Violators face fines up to $1,000, criminal charges, and immediate animal confiscation. What California Law Says About Ferret Ownership…