Like many people, you might love so-called “true crime” shows that feature detectives, criminals or mysteries. Usually, these shows have police consultants that they rely on to make things as close to real life as possible, but writers, directors and producers still take liberties in order to make their show entertaining. There are some common things you might have seen on television shows that don’t quite reflect the truth; you shouldn’t use those situations as a guide if you find yourself in any kind of legal trouble.…
Shoplifting, or taking a low-value item from a retail store, seems like a fairly small offense. If your child was arrested for shoplifting, you may be tempted to downplay it. You may even think it’s a good idea for your child to accept a plea bargain and the consequences like restitution and community service that may go along with it.
That may be a mistake that could impact your child’s future.…
If you’ve been charged with driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs (DUI), you likely know that there will be a fine and other court costs if you are found guilty. You are probably also bracing yourself for an increase in your auto insurance rates for several years to come. However, these aren’t the only costs that come with a DUI conviction. You can end up paying extra on a number of items.…
When you make your big plans to go out on the town for New Year’s Eve and have a good time, the last thing you expect to have happen is to end up in any kind of legal or criminal trouble. However, if you get behind the wheel of a car after you have been out having fun and have had a few drinks and you get pulled over or some other situation occurs in which you find yourself trying to explain yourself to a police officer, you many need something more on New Year’s Day than some sleep and headache medication.…
Do you have frequent houseguests and got busted because a lot of drugs were found in your home? If you don’t get the right kind of legal help to prove that you are not a drug dealer, you might end up in jail for a long time for a crime that you didn’t commit. Find out in this article how a lawyer can defend you against unfair drug dealing charges and what you might have to pay for the legal help.…
If you have recently been charged with a DUI, you might want to quickly find yourself some quality legal representation. There are many benefits that will come from hiring a skilled DUI attorney. Therefore, you want to take a moment to learn just what those are before you settle into the idea of representing yourself.
They Can Help You Keep Your License
In the end, everything will be up to the judge.…
Being charged with larceny is no laughing matter. You could be facing serious consequences if found guilty. However, those who are charged with this crime can argue any number of defenses in a court of law. Prosecutors have to prove that the individual committed every part of the crime. Once the defendant casts some form of doubt on their case, it opens the way for an acquittal. Larceny is essentially taking someone else’s property with the intention of not giving it back to them at some point in time.…
So, you got your hands on some kind substance that looks suspiciously a lot like a controlled substance. You know it isn’t, but decide to have a good time by selling it anyway. You know it’s harmless, and you know you’re not selling a real drug. And that’s what you try to explain to the police when they arrest you.
Why Are You Facing Charges for Fake Drugs?
The answer: Because in almost all cases, it absolutely is a crime to one extent or another.…
Your last will and testament is supposed to be your opportunity to make decisions regarding the division of your estate and the care of your dependents. However, if you are not careful, this will could end up being contested in court after your death. Thankfully, there are steps that you can take to ensure your will can stand up to a legal challenge and ultimately ensure that your final wishes are observed after your death.…
If you have recently been charged with any form of larceny, you should know that being convicted of this crime can result in serious fines and even jail time. Therefore, it is important that you work closely with a reputable criminal defense attorney (like those at Hammer Law Office) to plan a defense strategy in your case. Below are just a few of the strategies that you may choose to use when defending yourself against these criminal accusations.…
