Motions to suppress may be used to exclude or limit the use of evidence in a criminal case that was obtained from an illegal search of seizure. These motions are presented to the court in writing and allege a violation…
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Motions to suppress may be used to exclude a defendant’s statements to police. These motions, like motions to suppress physical evidence, are presented to the court in writing and allege a violation of constitutional rights. If the court agrees that…
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Have you recently been arrested? Did the police fail to read you your rights? Is this failure helpful to your case? The answer is “it depends.” This short article will provide you with an overview of the important constitutional law…
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Preparing a successful drunk driving defense starts with you the moment you are stopped by police. Driving While Intoxicated (DWI), Driving Under the Influence (DUI) and Operating Under the Influence (OUI) are synonymous criminal offenses for operating a motor vehicle…
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When you hear the word kidnapping, the typical scenario that comes to mind is one that revolves around the concept of stranger danger. You may think of a van driving down the street to snatch up a child as kidnapping….
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When you have any type of conviction on your record, you could experience permanent consequences. However, the consequences of a sex offender conviction are particularly harsh. Find out how sex offender charges in Rhode Island could leave you sleeping on…
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Navigating the criminal justice system can be confusing and frightening. This short article is designed to provide an overview of the system to help you better understand its structure, different stages of a criminal case and possible outcomes by which…
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An arrest warrant is a court order for a person’s arrest. When police encounter the person named in the warrant, they are required to place the person under arrest. Police have no discretion and must comply with the warrant. This…
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Indecent exposure may seem harmless, but it can have real consequences. A person who commits it may face stiff penalties. These penalties could affect the rest of their life. It’s important to know what indecent exposure is. You should also…
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The internet is an amazing tool. However, it can also be a dangerous tool. Internet fraud can occur. When it does, the victims sometimes press charges against the perpetrator. This can result in criminal charges. Depending on the crime, internet…
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