Criminal Defense

In the criminal justice system, the vast majority of defendants never take their cases to trial. Most charges are resolved through some form of plea bargain. However, not all plea agreements are constructed alike. Knowing more about the types of plea deals that may be...

Police officers have to abide by certain standards or risk making mistakes that undermine the state's ability to prosecute people. Certain rules established by local police departments and crucial court rulings determine what officers can and cannot do during an...

Many people live their lives with their phones in their hands. Smartphones can help people navigate unfamiliar areas, conduct online research and communicate with their friends and co-workers. They can also quickly complicate someone's legal troubles. Digital devices...

Not so long ago, hazing was commonly considered an expected rite of passage for those who joined fraternities, sports teams and some “elite” clubs. After a number of tragic deaths related to hazing activities, lawmakers across the country have enacted laws making...

Improved technological access and a better understanding of human psychology inform police investigations and prosecutorial efforts. However, sometimes police departments and prosecutors depend on junk science, which may lead to the prosecution of the wrong people and...

Plenty of TV shows and movies have used the concept of police officers searching someone's trash as a plot gimmick. It leads to a breakthrough in the case that helps the investigators successfully prosecute someone. The idea that officers can just search through...

Police officers and other investigators are often so eager to identify a suspect that they may not care deeply about the potential of making a mistake. They can pressure people and lead witnesses, which is one reason why witness testimony isn't always the strongest...

If the police start questioning you about an alleged criminal offense, they may tell you that they have an eyewitness who has given crucial evidence that will certainly lead to your conviction. While they might indeed have this supposed evidence, they also might not....

A person who’s facing a criminal charge must ensure they’re doing what they can to set up their defense strategy. For some people, understanding what sentences they’re facing can help them to plan their next steps.  Determining what sentence you’ll face isn’t always...

Parents are often surprised when their children face arrest over alleged criminal activity. They did not believe their child would act in that fashion, and the child probably has never been in trouble with the law before. This might be a significant and truly...