Being arrested for a crime is only the first step in the prosecution’s efforts in gaining a conviction. Unlike the court proceedings portrayed in television, the process of trial and conviction do not fly by in a 60-minute flash. Not only that, many of the things that people believe about their rights and the system
You’ve been arrested, booked, and are now waiting patiently for arraignment where your charges will be read and you will enter a plea. What happens next will depend on the severity of the crime for which you have been arrested. You may be released, required to pay bail, or remanded to custody. These terms are
Many citizens of the United States are aware that a level of confidentiality between a client and their criminal lawyer has been extended by the court system in our country. Attorney-client privilege was granted in order to allow those charged with crimes the opportunity to be effectively involved in their own defense. The Reason for
A nation’s law system is typically based on the way most of its people feel is right or just. The American system largely stems from the laws of Great Britain, which the settlers of the Thirteen Colonies brought with them when they arrived on the Atlantic shores. Through the centuries, the U.S. has added its
If you have been arrested, charged with a crime, or know you are being investigated by law enforcement, promptly hiring a criminal attorney is the most important step you can take to protect your legal rights. Delaying hiring a lawyer to help with your criminal case means you are flying blind against experienced law enforcement
A shoplifting conviction can have serious consequences. Understanding California’s shoplifting criminal law can help minimize those consequences. California’s Shoplifting Law Accused shoplifters can be charged with Shoplifting (Penal Code Section 459.5), Petty Theft (Penal Code Section 488), or Grand Theft (Penal Code Section 487). If the value of the merchandise stolen is less than $950,
A DUI conviction can tarnish many things that are important to you, but your integrity is most important. A DUI conviction can cause the people in your life to view you as untrustworthy, irresponsible, and negligent. You may struggle with such a reputation for years. That reason alone is enough to hire a DUI attorney
Driving drunk can cause serious consequences. Many people think they can drive even though they’ve had a few drinks, but it’s very dangerous to make that judgment call. Studies have shown that a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) of as little as .02 percent (or the consumption of two alcoholic drinks) decreases a driver’s ability to
Every day, Americans break traffic laws. And every day, car accidents happen. Of those car accidents, 33 percent involve speeding, which is one of the top three causes of accidents. Many of these cases end up in the office of a personal injury attorney. So why do people keep speeding? It’s probably because of one
Criminal charges are not all put in the same category. They are classified according to the seriousness of the crime, either as infractions, misdemeanors, or felonies. Each type of crime has its own set of legal requirements, fines, and sentences. Infractions If you got a ticket for parking in a private area or a fine
Sometimes, it’s obvious who was at fault in an accident, but then there are times when both drivers carry some fault. In cases where both drivers broke a traffic law or created a dangerous situation, comparative negligence usually goes into effect. Even then, fault and responsibility for coverage of damages is determined differently in different
Car accidents happen to 6 million Americans every year. If you’ve been in a car crash, the road to recovery can be a long one. An accident can take a toll on your physical, emotional, and financial well-being. Even a minor fender-bender can be a traumatic experience. Besides the physical injuries that may have occurred,
