The Law Offices of Leifert & Leifert is steadfastly committed to giving back to the community. We continue to stand by this commitment through different artistic, civic, academic, and philanthropic causes.

One of the fundamental ways we give back is by helping young people achieve their full academic potential so they can then have a positive impact within their community and those around them. To promote this idea we have created the Leifert & Leifert Right to Privacy Scholarship.

Right to Privacy

Today, those who go through the criminal justice system have very little privacy. Personal information that is easily accessible, like mug shots, can often harm an individual’s opportunity to find a job, decent housing, or remain involved in the community after their release.

Should we limit some of the information that is publicly available like mug shots? Should there be a difference between “celebrity” arrests and arrests of “ordinary” citizens in terms of the right to privacy?

The Leifert & Leifert Right to Privacy Scholarship will award $1,000 to the candidate who can best discuss whether or not those who have been arrested have a greater right to privacy versus the public’s right to know and view all of the details surrounding their arrest. More specifically, does mug shot publication and general access to the public outweigh any potential violations of invasion of privacy interests of individuals who have been arrested?

Eligibility Criteria

To qualify for the Leifert & Leifert Right to Privacy Scholarship, applicants must meet the following eligibility criteria:

  • You must be enrolled at a duly accredited institution, including junior college, community college, undergraduate program, or graduate program anywhere in the United States
  • You must have solid academic standing with a minimum 3.0 GPA or above
  • High school graduates or GED holders about to start their college career are eligible to apply

Application Requirements

In order to submit an application for the scholarship, interested candidates should provide the following:

  • Pertinent contact information, updated resume, and current status as a student.
  • A 750-1,000 word original essay which describes what rights the public should have to view information, specifically mugshots, on defendants and what protections should defendants have so their information is not necessarily public. The student must then describe any solutions to the problems identified in the essay.
  • An up-to-date transcript from the applicant’s current institution. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. (NOTE: High school graduates, GED holders, and first-year students are allowed to submit an unofficial transcript from their most recent institution attended along with relevant documentation from their current school.)
Application Information

In order to be considered for this year’s scholarship, please send all necessary documentation (essay, transcripts, and resume) via email to info@leifertlaw.com by the official program deadline of January 31, 2024.

Check out our past winners!

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  • Palm Beach Gardens
  • 800 Village Square Crossing
    Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33410
  • Wellington
  • 12230 Forest Hill Blvd
    Wellington, FL 33414
  • Ft Lauderdale
  • 6550 N. Federal Highway
    Suite #220
    Fort Lauderdale, FL 33308
  • West Palm Beach
  • 2101 Vista Parkway
    #1006
    West Palm Beach, FL 33411
  • Delray Beach
  • 2160 W Atlantic Ave
    2nd Floor
    Delray Beach, FL 33445
  • Plantation
  • 1200 S Pine Island Rd
    #220
    Plantation, FL 33324
  • Boca Raton
  • 10055 Yamato Road
    Suite 509
    Boca Raton, FL 33498
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  • 10055 Yamato Road
    Suite 509
    Boca Raton, FL 33498
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  • Plantation
  • 1200 S Pine Island Rd
    #220
    Plantation, FL 33324
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  • Delray Beach
  • 2160 W Atlantic Ave
    2nd Floor
    Delray Beach, FL 33445
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  • West Palm Beach
  • 2101 Vista Parkway
    #1006
    West Palm Beach, FL 33411
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  • Ft Lauderdale
  • 6550 N. Federal Highway
    Suite #220
    Fort Lauderdale, FL 33308
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  • Wellington
  • 12230 Forest Hill Blvd
    Wellington, FL 33414
Wellington
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  • Palm Beach Gardens
  • 800 Village Square Crossing
    Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33410
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