If you were accused of criminal wrongdoing, fought the charges against you and lost your case, you’re likely overwhelmed by concern about what the future holds. Yet, if you have grounds upon which to appeal your case, hope need not be lost. You can either opt to work...
Every person who has been accused of a criminal offense has the right to present a defense to the charges they face. They can review the evidence the state has gathered with their defense attorney and either gather their own evidence and/or bring in experts to...
One person’s word can often be key in securing a criminal prosecution. Yet, what a person is willing to swear is true is not always so. Each year numerous innocent people are given sentences they should never have received after a court believes what someone said....
Most criminal trials like DUI and traffic crimes, theft, shoplifting and drug possession are governed by state laws and handled at the state level. However, just as there are state laws, there are also federal laws that police national issues like crimes that are...
Criminal matters sometimes have to be appealed. This involves a very complex process that you have to comply with if you want a chance of success. While it’s possible to have your defense attorney do this, it might be necessary to have a new attorney working on this...
The Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations Act, or RICO for short, is a federal law enacted to criminalize organized crime and racketeering. It covers a wide range of crimes including wire fraud, drug trafficking, and extortion. It’s no exaggeration to say...
Federal and state authorities have waged a war on illegal narcotics and other substances for several decades. While it is hard to say which side is winning, the consequences for federal drug convictions are harsher than ever before. Prison sentences for convictions at...
Reasonable suspicion is a legal standard of proof used in criminal cases. It is the justification that a police officer needs to make an investigative search, seizure, or stop. For instance, a police officer will need more than just a hunch or guess to stop you. ...
Your right to a fair trial by jury depends on having impartial jurors consider your case. A big part of the pretrial process for those facing criminal charges will involve selecting a jury. Your lawyer and the prosecutor can ask prospective jury members questions...
You were charged with a serious criminal offense and the matter went before a jury trial. After both the prosecution and defense presented their arguments, the jury started their deliberations. It is up to the jury to decide upon the factual aspects of the case, while...