The Law of Bail
Christopher Morales, Criminal Defense Attorney The United States Constitution states that anyone that is arrested and charged...
The Law of Competency in a Criminal Case
Christopher Morales, Criminal Defense Attorney Every criminal defendant must be competent to stand in trial in order...
Released from Prison but Barred from the Ballot: Felons and Voting Rights
The Attorney General is among those pushing for abolition of ex-felon disenfranchisement laws. A person makes...
Boating DUI/BUI
by Mark Theoharis Operating any vehicle under the influence of alcohol or other intoxicants is dangerous,...
Venue in a Criminal Case
What's the difference between jurisdiction and venue? What determines where a case is heard? by: Joseph...
What is premeditated and deliberate conduct?
by: Leigh Segars Most states require premeditation, and many also require deliberation, for a conviction...
Assault and Battery as Personal Injury Claims
A lawsuit for assault and battery can provide compensation for intentional injuries. by: David Goguen, J.D....
If “plain sight” can justify a warrantless seizure and search, can “plain smell” do the same?
The clerk at UPS called the cops, telling them that my package smelled of marijuana....
Is “mistake of fact” a defense to criminal charges?
By: John McCurley “Mistake of fact” generally refers to a mistaken understanding by someone as to...
