Having a clean criminal record is important for a lot of reasons. One of the most well-known reasons for keeping your record clear is that it is easier to get a job if you do not have a criminal record. But, a criminal record impacts your life in other ways – some of them may […]
For most people charged with a crime, the first concern is how to stay out of jail. In order to avoid this result, a lot of people facing criminal charges accept a plea offer that includes probation as a way to resolve the case against them. Typically, accepting probation will keep you out of jail, […]
The typical scenario that plays out in a domestic violence situation is one where the people involved are married. But, it is not a requirement that the parties be spouses in order for domestic violence charges to be filed. In some cases, it is not even required that there actually be any physical action taken […]
When drug arrests are made, there is usually a list of the charges. Sometimes the charges are straightforward, such as “possession of marijuana,” but other times it is not as easy to determine what crime needs to be defended. This confusion may be the result of a lack of knowledge about the drug laws, or […]
Domestic violence is a serious matter, and it is on the rise across the country. Notably, when criminal charges are filed, the situation can become confusing, because not all of the rules are clear and a lot of people are unsure about what types of behaviors rise to the level of domestic violence. Likewise, it […]