Receiving a DUI conviction is life-altering. A first-time DUI offense is punishable by: 11 months and 29 days of jail time One-year license revocation Participation in an alcohol treatment program $1,500 fine Installation of an ignition interlock device (at your...
Man’s drunk driving case complicated by vehicular homicide charge
Some criminal charges are more serious than others, and the details of a particular incident can be instrumental in determining what type of charge a person could face. In cases where a person is accused of drunk driving, the allegations may be more severe if the...
Drug charges filed against man, woman after home search
People's lives and priorities can change drastically when they face criminal charges. If a person is accused of drug charges, his or her main thoughts may revolve around effectively defending against those accusations. Making this a priority is wise as a person's...
Common types of fraud
Fraudulent activity is common and pervasive. In 2017, consumers in the U.S. lost a total of $905 million due to fraud. But what exactly is fraud? Fraud is a term that covers a wide variety of criminal offenses. The sheer scope of fraudulence is so huge that it...
Exploring criminal defense tools useful when charged with murder
When a person is facing several serious criminal allegations, his or her case can be immensely complex. In particular, cases involving charges of murder can span for years and involve the presentations of alleged evidence and criminal defense arguments. Because of the...
Driver prepping criminal defense after fatal hit-and-run accident
It is not unusual for individuals to panic when a serious accident takes place. Their fight-or-flight instincts may kick in, and as a result, they could leave the scene of an accident due to a sense of self-preservation. However, leaving the scene of a car accident,...
Drunk driving charges follow crash with school bus
It is one of a parent's worst nightmares to hear that the bus his or her child was riding was involved in an accident. What may add to a parent's anger and stress is when he or she learns the accident was caused by someone driving under the influence or drugs or...