Criminal Defense

Using artificial intelligence (AI) can get you into legal trouble, depending on how you choose to use this technology. While AI tools offer convenience and innovation, misuse can lead to serious criminal and civil consequences. Everyone makes mistakes, and...

People who are facing criminal charges often worry about what sentence they’ll have to face if they’re convicted of a crime. There are several that are possible, one of which is probation.  Probation is a sentence that allows the individual to remain out in the...

Every criminal case is unique. Every defendant typically needs help putting together a defense strategy based on the charges they face and the evidence the state has. Sometimes, defense attorneys can convince the courts to set aside certain evidence because of police...

Many rights help to protect criminal defendants. Most people are familiar with their Miranda rights, which include the right to legal representation and the right to remain silent while in state custody. There are many other important rights that protect those facing...

Protecting your legal rights during a traffic stop is crucial. If you do not enforce your rights, you could face serious criminal charges.  There are three rights you can exercise during a traffic stop if the police ask you questions, want to search your vehicle or...

When police officers arrive at a private residence, they typically announce themselves. They knock at the front door and claim that they need to talk or ask a specific person a few questions. Frequently, they then ask to enter the property. People facing criminal...

People who are in police custody should be told their specific rights governing the interaction. These are known as Miranda rights because of a case that went before the United States Supreme Court in 1966. That case set the standard that police officers must tell...

There are many different potential ways to counter pending criminal charges. Sometimes, defense attorneys can prevent the use of certain evidence and secure the dismissal of pending charges. Other times, there might be a better way to analyze the evidence or another...

You may have heard the phrase “fruit of the poisonous tree” on a TV show and just thought of it as a quaint piece of legal jargon from another era. In fact, it’s a crucial legal doctrine that can make all the difference between a criminal case proceeding or being...

When police officers arrest people, they are generally required to – to a very minimal degree – educate those individuals about their rights. If any questioning occurs while an individual is in state custody, the individual should receive the Miranda warning...