The police want to conduct a search, and the risk of facing criminal charges suddenly becomes very real. However, in these situations, there is also the risk of police violating your rights and conducting an illegal search. What exactly does this mean? Here are a few...
Criminal Defense
What exactly should you know about the risk of resisting arrest?
Facing an arrest can be just as frightening as facing criminal charges. In cases like this, it is human instinct to protect yourself – which might involve the fight-or-flight response. However, fleeing or otherwise resisting arrest could lead to even more stress in...
Does the risk of a DUI change by age?
Anytime someone gets behind the wheel after a night out, they could face the risk of getting pulled over by police. They might believe they are okay to drive, but a breath test can often pick up even the slightest hints of alcohol. The breath test and even criminal...
How is a DUI proved in court?
During the traffic stop, police may conduct a field sobriety test and eventually charge an individual with a DUI or a DWI. Even so, to escalate from criminal charges to a conviction, the prosecution has to prove that the individual was driving drunk. How exactly do...
What are mandatory minimum sentences?
If someone faces criminal charges, the details are often the most important aspect of the case. This is why laws list a range of penalties, depending on the severity of the offense. That is also the courts consider both mitigating and aggravating circumstances....
Gun violence is on the rise
Gun crimes and violence are issues that are always under a microscope in the U.S. It is something that news sources, law enforcement, political figures and even the public all have an opinion about. Regardless of opinion, this subject has once again taken center stage...
Is the FBI tracking social media?
The internet may open up a world of opportunity, but it also opens individuals up to risk. The rise of social media in particular has introduced unique concerns. In a recent blog post, we discussed the risks of criminal charges linked to social media use. It seems...
Remember: Weapons and alcohol don’t mix
Not many people think twice before walking into a bar. However, alcohol plays a significant role in various types of crimes each year. This is partly because alcohol is strictly regulated. The other part is usually because the effects of alcohol can increase the risk...
Where can the police search?
The police are at the door – and they have a search warrant. This is a stressful situation in any circumstance. However, once the door is open, the police cannot search just anywhere, wandering through your whole residence. The search warrant will tell you where the...
Does North Carolina have a “three strikes law?”
It is common to hear about “three-strike rules.” If someone has three convictions on their criminal record, then they could face even more severe penalties. The ideas of these laws are common across the country, but they are different for each state. Technically,...
