One potential defense to criminal allegations is entrapment. In some cases, this can be a complete defense, meaning that it shows a person is not guilty of the crime they’ve been accused of committing. If used successfully, this can lead to the charges being dropped....
Being arrested and charged with a criminal offense can result in jail time. For many people, pre-trial time spent in jail may be short, as bail is often granted. Bail refers to the conditional release of a suspect. It usually involves a pledge of money or property. It...
A car accident can be a stressful and overwhelming experience, but it's crucial to stay calm and avoid common mistakes that could harm your case or lead to legal issues. Below are key things to avoid after a car accident. Don't leave the scene Leaving the scene of an...
Many drivers don’t like the idea of sobriety checkpoints. They know that they can be pulled over for drunk driving if there is reasonable suspicion for a traffic stop. But at a sobriety checkpoint, every driver has to stop and then the police will pull some of them...
Suffering an injury due to another person’s negligence is a traumatic experience. This can occur because of events, such as car crashes or slip-and-falls. If someone else’s negligence caused the event, you may opt to pursue a compensation claim. There are several...
The U.S. Constitution provides a number of legal rights. However, several amendments are especially important when it comes to criminal cases. You don’t need to be a legal expert on criminal law, but it can certainly help to remember key constitutional rights. Here...
The vast majority of people in this country know what their Miranda rights are – they’ve heard countless police officers in film and on television utter the warning that begins, “You have the right to remain silent…” when they slap handcuffs on a suspect. But, do you...