Disorderly conduct is a charge that occurs more often than people think. When any situation gets out of hand, someone is likely to call law enforcement for assistance. There’s always a good chance that at least one individual involved with…
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Sex crimes are among the most heinous offenses under the law. When people hear sex crime accusations, they cringe and often form negative opinions about the accused. Our politically-correct-conscious society is quick to pass judgment on these individuals without knowing…
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Many people may feel uneasy about the potential of having a warrant out for their arrest. While this is an important legal issue that needs to be addressed, it’s not necessarily as scary as it sounds. Warrants are issued for…
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Every state throughout the nation handles kidnapping charges that occur within its borders. But in some cases, when other states end up getting involved, the federal government steps in and takes matters into their own hands. The federal government will…
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Lawyers and defendants have long awaited sentencing reform in the federal criminal justice system. The most recent wave of reform came with the First Step Act. The Senate passed the Act on Tuesday, December 17, 2018; the House of Representatives…
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If you’ve been charged with a crime, it’s important to know if you were charged with a state or federal offense before you choose your representation or make any other decisions. While criminal defense strategies may all seem the same…
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Many people are unaware of the difference between federal and state crimes. For most, a crime is a crime, no matter where it took place or how severe it appears to be. But when you enter a court of law…
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The aftermath of a fire can be a devastating event, especially when there is a loss of any kind during the incident. Once the blaze is out, investigators comb through the property to work on determining what caused the fire….
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In recent years, immigration law has prompted the increased removal of noncitizens from the United States. A large percentage of removal proceedings are based upon criminal convictions. Even convictions for minor criminal offenses may trigger removal from the United States….
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The Parties In criminal cases, the defendant is the person accused of committing a crime. He or she is ordinarily represented by a lawyer, known as defense counsel. If the defendant is financially unable to afford his or her own…
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