IT’S MORE THAN JUST TIDYING UP
4 Health Benefits of Spring-Cleaning
Sunday, March 20, is the first day of spring — which means it’s time for some spring-cleaning. Did you know that cleaning is not just about tidying up a physical space? It’s also about improving overall well-being. Here's how organization and cleanliness can help you in more ways than you might expect. Spring-cleaning reduces stress and depression. Tidiness and mental health are actually connected. Studies have found that having a clean home is directly correlated to happiness and your ability to focus. Anxiety can spike when laundry is piling up, items are strewn everywhere, and papers
reduce the spread of germs. By keeping household surfaces clean, we help thwart the spread of viruses and illnesses. Spring-cleaning helps you breathe better. Spring often brings pollen that triggers allergies for many. But pollen isn't the only thing to blame when people have difficulty breathing. When dust and pet dander build up in your home, your respiratory system is greatly affected too. Deep-cleaning your air filters and vents can make breathing effortless — and it’s truly amazing how this can improve your well-being. It keeps you more active. Off the couch and on your feet! Even just running the vacuum and clearing the clutter from the dining room table will get you up and moving, which is healthy for your heart and body. This spring season, putting some elbow grease into your cleaning will benefit you in more ways than one. Trust me, you’ll thank yourself later!
get scattered on various surfaces within the home. Clearing the clutter is a great way to boost your mood and increase those feel-good hormones. It prevents illnesses. Doorknobs, refrigerator handles, light switches, countertops, and remote controls are all things we touch many times a day. Cleaning anything that’s used often is one way to
WHAT IS A DIVERSION
And How Can It Help You With a Misdemeanor?
What offenses are covered?
In January 2021, a new law went into effect allowing diversion on misdemeanor cases. You can complete specific tasks and take classes for a period of time to get your case dismissed, avoid jail time, and have the crime off your personal record. We are now using this powerful tool to serve our clients better, but what exactly is it? What is a low-level misdemeanor diversion? All nonviolent misdemeanors are placed under this category. If you complete the required drug treatment or other courses, your charges will be resolved. If you chose diversion, the court would assign a treatment list to you. When taking this route, you will waive your right to a speedy trial, since there is a specific time frame you must follow to complete the treatment list. What type of treatment is included? This treatment list includes drug treatment, alcohol treatment, victim restitution, and probation. If you successfully complete your tasks, your charges will be dismissed and sealed. If you fail to complete your tasks, your case will resume.
The offenses that can be diverted with treatment are possession of toxic or controlled substances, public intoxication, possession of drug paraphernalia, unlawful possession of prescription sedatives, and possession of illegal substances. Who is eligible? If you’re a first-time offender or you haven’t been convicted of a misdemeanor or felony in five years, you can enroll in this diversion program. You also cannot have any current charge of a crime of violence. There also can be no evidence of your participating in a more serious offense. In order to be eligible for a diversion, you have to meet all of these conditions. This is a new tool in our toolbox that can help you with your misdemeanor case. If you have any questions about this new law, allow your friends at the Law Office of Mark Rosenfeld to assist you. We will be happy to look at your case and your current personal record to see if diversion would work best for you and your current situation.
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