Category: Criminal Defense
Driving under the influence (more commonly known as a DUI) can result in a serious charge. Since someone who is impaired behind the wheel can cause major damage to others on the road, you may face severe penalties if found guilty. Cooperating with police if you are pulled over can make things go a lot […]
Under the Fourth Amendment to the U.S. Constitution, a police officer is unable to search and seize an individual or his property without reasonable suspicion. When someone is stopped in traffic and arrested for DUI, it’s considered a seizure and would be illegal without reasonable suspicion. Some Examples of Reasonable Suspicion If a police officer […]
Drug Crimes Lawyers Drug crimes are one of the most common types of crimes committed. This is true for most major cities in the United States. It is important that you stay informed about the drug laws that are relevant to your hometown and state. Furthermore, you should understand that there is typically a fine […]
Drug Possession Charges Compared to a felony, a misdemeanor drug possession does not come along with as severe penalties. While each state has its own set of laws for drug possession, the consequences for a misdemeanor often include a minor fine, court-ordered drug counseling, probation, and community service. Those who are caught in possession of […]
DUI convictions are serious in every state. Given the severity of drunk driving accidents, it is no surprise that most states come down hard on those who are convicted of a DUI. When it comes to driving under the influence, you should always know when the law may consider you to be driving under the […]
Criminal Lawyer If you’ve recently been charged with shoplifting, you likely feel overwhelmed and unsure of what to do. You may envision yourself spending time in jail or getting rejected for jobs in the future. While it’s scary to be charged with shoplifting, it’s important to stay calm and do everything you can to move […]
If there is one thing that everyone seems to agree on, it is that hiring a lawyer is expensive. However, is this really true? If you find yourself in legal trouble, and you are not able to afford a criminal defense attorney, does that simply mean you are out of luck? Like most things, the reality […]
Criminal Defense Lawyers When enduring a divorce, the process is sure to be contentious. It’s important that you are careful during this process to ensure that you are able to reach a resolution as quickly as possible, and in a way, that benefits you. When your divorce coincides with pending criminal charges, the process can […]
Criminal Lawyer No one likes to see the police lights in the rear-view mirror, but it can be even more frustrating if you are traveling at the time. It can already be confusing to know what to do when you receive a ticket, and getting a ticket when you are in a different county or […]
Criminal Lawyer As a criminal defense attorney, one of the first things checked for in a case that comes across my desk, is whether or not my client’s constitutional rights have been violated. One of the most common violations seen is a violation of the Fourth Amendment. The Fourth Amendment guarantees and protects citizens from […]