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...
In the United States of America, the President is afforded rights under the Constitution to grant clemency to people who have been convicted of crimes. Each State also has its own Constitution which affords the Governor the same right for other offenses. What the...
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...
When you face criminal charges, your defense attorney protects you against the allegations that could irrevocably alter the course of your life. They help you decide on the best strategy and present an effective case in criminal court. You have to trust in their...
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...
Deciding how you’re going to handle criminal charges is a complex undertaking. If you’re a defendant, you have to have some measure of trust in your defense team. Many of these cases work through the criminal justice system without any issues, but there are some cases...