Mike has an Overcriminalization Watch posting at Crime & Federalism listing a few minor ethical lapses that could (at least in theory) be charged as federal crimes under the mail and wire fraud laws. For example, this: using your cell phone (or sending an e-mail) to call in sick for work when you're not really sick (it doesn't matter that everyone else does this; you're … [Read more...] about Overcriminalization Watch
Why I Want a Nikon D200 – Part 2
In my previous post on this subject, I explained a few of the major design features that make DSLR cameras better than point-and-shoot cameras (even the expensive ones). These include a larger image sensor, interchangeable lenses, and a through-the-lens viewfinder. All these features make DSLR cameras larger and more expensive than many point-and-shoot cameras, which means … [Read more...] about Why I Want a Nikon D200 – Part 2
The War On Sick People Continues
Just spotted this example of screwed-up priorities over at The Agitator: Federal drug agents fanned out across San Diego on Monday, clamping down on medical marijuana dispensaries that had been doling out marijuana to sick and dying patients. I realize that even though medical marijuana is legal in the state of California, it's still illegal under federal law. But don't all … [Read more...] about The War On Sick People Continues
Seen This Robber Before?
Seen this guy before? The folks at the 7111 W. Foster branch of Liberty Bank for Savings apparently have. The FBI thinks he robbed them back on August 22nd and then again on November 28th, both Mondays. … [Read more...] about Seen This Robber Before?
Vote for the 2005 Weblog Awards
In case you didn't know, the 2005 Weblog Awards are running right now. There's a 10-day voting period which ends on December 15th. Like all things in the blogosphere, the Weblog Awards are mostly just an attempt to get attention. Then again, that's how the Oscars started. If you care about these awards, you should visit the main Weblog Awards site and start voting. You get … [Read more...] about Vote for the 2005 Weblog Awards