There's something of an interesting paradox for some parents of college students. On the one hand, they know that college has a reputation as being a place where a lot of underage drinking and partying takes place. On the other hand, they don't believe that their...
American prisons are overflowing, and that’s largely due to one thing: Plea deals. Recent studies indicate that over 97% of federal criminal cases and 94% of state-level cases are resolved through a plea. That means that only somewhere between 3% and 6% of defendants...
When a police officer asked you to perform a breath test during a traffic stop, you didn't hesitate. You either knew you had nothing to drink or consumed far less than it would take to intoxicate you. Somehow, however, the breath test showed that you were over the...
The state maintains a record of your arrests and of any charges that they bring against you. Those records can limit your choices in life. A criminal record can make employers think twice about hiring you or promoting you to a better position. A landlord may set your...
Drunk driving is a serious mistake: one that endangers your life as well those of the other road users. But that is not all, a drunk driving can greatly impact your life if the law catches up with you. A conviction could mean loss of your driving rights, heavy fines...
Sexual assault charges are awful to face. Even without a conviction, your reputation can be ruined. However, it is not unusual for someone to be wrongfully accused of sexual assault. With potential legal and non-legal consequences that come with a sexual assault...