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Is There a Statute of Limitation for Crimes?

This article discusses what is a statute of limitation and whether there are such limitations for criminal offenses and does it apply to all states and crimes. This is an evolving area of the law and is further complicated by the development in DNA evidence and its reliability to identify a perpetra

How to select a Miami Criminal Defense Lawyer?

Criminal laws are most rigid rules that could result in severe penalty, mostly in imprisonment for years. But if you are defended in legitimate and nimble way by a well versed criminal defense lawyer,

Why Hiring a DUI Attorney is Your Best Option

Charges of DUI or driving under the influence are serious offenses which is why you are always advised to hire a Tampa DUI attorney to represent you. Many people think that DUI is simply a minor traffic offense punishable with a fine and few points on your license, but in reality the penalties range

What Does Driving Under the Influence Mean?

The phrase refers to consuming alcohol to the point where the drinker's mental and motor skills are impaired. What determines whether one is considered drunk or not?

How to Report Check Scam & Fraud

Thousands of people are victims of fraud each year, and many of these cases involve checks. This includes the use of forged or fake checks, fraudulent advance payments of sweepstakes or inheritances, and even the use of fraudulent cashier's checks. If you believe that you are or have been a victim o

Waste Bins: To Keep the Environment Clean and Green

Keeping the environment clean is the responsibility of all regardless of age, class or gender. Have you ever spared a thought about the utility of waste bins? If there weren't the waste bins around, o

Should I Go With A Public Defender

There are many good lawyers who work as public defenders. They have a lot of trial experience, they file a lot of motions and they usually aren't lawyers who just graduated from law school and ...

Importance of The Bail Bondsman Columbus

Bail bondsman Columbus post bail for persons accused of crimes for a fee, typically 10 to 15 percent of the bail amount determined by the court. The use of commercial bail bondsmen is a uniquely ...

DUI Law in Pennsylvania - An Overview

Driving Under the Influence ("DUI") is a unique crime in American society because, quite literally, it is the one crime that almost any adult citizen can find himself or herself charged with. It is important for all drivers to have a basic understanding of DUI law, how police officers cond

Questions to Ask a Criminal Lawyer

Asking your criminal lawyer the right questions can help tip the scales of justice your way.Legal Law Justice image by Stacey Alexander from Fotolia.comAsking the right questions when you're meeting with a criminal lawyer can make or break your case. You want to ensure you have a quality...

Why Work With a DUI Lawyer?

Working with a DUI lawyer may be easier to do than you realize. Individuals who are facing charges of driving under the influence will have no problem finding the help they need from an attorney. Do you need a legal defender?

Can the Police Arrest Me If I'M Riding in a Vehicle That Contains Marijuana?

To establish constructive possession of marijuana, the State must prove that you had (1) dominion and control over the marijuana, (2) knowledge that the marijuana was within your presence, and (3) knowledge of the illicit nature of the marijuana. The most common issue in contention is whether you ha

Tennessee Drug Possession Laws

If you have been charged with a drug crime in Memphis, Tennessee or the surrounding area you could be facing numerous consequences including jail time, fines, forfeiture of property, and permanent felony or misdemeanor convictions on your record. These cases are usually reviewed and handled by a dru

The Solicitors No Win No Fee Policy: How It Works

If you are facing a lawsuit but you are running low on finances, you should consider applying for a solicitors no win no fee program. However, it is important to note that not everyone that applies for this type of program is accepted by the law firm, due to the liability involved. The concept behin

Defense Against Methamphetamine Drug Crimes

Methamphetamine drugs can permanently damage an individual's physical and mental health. Overdose of methamphetamine drugs has a high chance of ending in tragic death. Being convicted of possession, distribution, or production of methamphetamine thus comes with extremely high punishments.

Criminal Records Primer

Most states have what are called criminal record repositories. As in our previous examples Ohio's repository is kept by BCI or bureau of criminal identification. Most states have something similar and are usually run by the state police or by the state's attorney generals office. The probl