Attorney Charles Schierer offers a simple explanation between the legal definition of actual possession (items on your person or in your immediate control) and constructive possession (items you control but are not physically holding), showing how both concepts can be applied in criminal and civil matters. Through practical examples—backpacks at music festivals, firearms in cars or a person's home safe, Attorney Schierer explains how courts assess control, dominion, knowledge, and intent, all when making a legal determination of possession.

In this episode of Law in the Wild Podcast, hosted by attorney Charles Schierer, you will learn the basics of military justice. In this episode, we explore the court-martial (both general and special), non-judicial punishment (Article 15/Captain's Mast) and administrative separations. Attorney Schierer will also touch on how cases escalate, who convenes courts, and real examples like positive urinalysis and unit readiness considerations.

Attorney Charles Schierer breaks down how criminal law distinguishes first-degree murder, manslaughter (often called second-degree murder), and reckless homicide by focusing on the defendant’s mental state. Issues of malice and premeditation, sudden heat of passion and provocation are explored. Attorney Schierer uses an example of a person who meticulously plans a killing versus a person who spontaneously discovers a spouse being unfaithful and reacts impulsively to the discovered affair.