Proving a search warrant was not properly executed June 22, 2015 When police or government agents obtain a search warrant to look for incriminating evidence on an individual, it’s done on the basis of probable cause that evidence connected to the crime exists in the specific area noted on the warrant. In some cases, the warrant can later be ruled illegal if the address is wrong… Read More
My Wife Attacked Me With a Sharp Object; What Do I Do Next? June 19, 2015 Domestic violence can turn your life upside down, leaving you feeling depressed, vulnerable and confused. If your wife has attacked you with a sharp object, such as a knife or screwdriver, you may be wondering what are the next steps to take in order to address this painful situation. Although spousal abuse can leave you… Read More
I was trapped in a store after they closed and now I’m being accused of breaking and entering June 17, 2015 One of the most difficult things for an ordinary citizen to undergo is to become accidentally swept up in a legal investigation, accused of a crime they never intended to commit. When one of our clients came to us and told us, “I was trapped in a store after they closed and now I’m being… Read More
I didn’t know the timeframe and now I’m being charged with failing to register as a sex offender June 15, 2015 Punishment is a lifelong process for people who have been convicted of any sex offense, especially when children are involved. Federal law requires that all states maintain registries of convicted sex offenders in each community, and this is a task the local law enforcement agencies take very seriously. The penalties for failure to comply with… Read More
I Accidentally Bought a Stolen Car…And Got Arrested June 12, 2015 With the numbers of people relying on online classifieds for everything from apartments to pets and cars, law offices are seeing more cases of people who have unknowingly bought stolen property. While the majority of sellers are legitimate people selling items they own, the Internet’s accessibility makes it easy for scammers to take you for… Read More
How to Fight a Wrongful Restraining Order June 10, 2015 Also commonly referred to as a restraining order, a protective order is processed in a different manner based on the state. In each state, the purpose behind a restraining order is to keep an individual (the respondent) from approaching, contacting, or abusing the person who filed the complaint, otherwise known as the petitioner. Once a… Read More
3 Most Common Types of Internet Fraud June 8, 2015 Unfortunately, internet fraud is more common than you may know. Most of the illegal activity seen online attacks people’s personal information or their finances in particular. There are several different types of internet fraud to be aware of when using the web. 1. Email Scams Email scams come in all different forms. Most of them… Read More
What Happens if I Drive with a Suspended License? June 3, 2015 Driving is considered a privilege, and a driver’s license may be suspended if a driver behaves in a dangerous or irresponsible manner. There are many reasons a license may be suspended, including leaving the scene of an accident, driving without liability coverage, driving under the influence, and failing to respond to a traffic summons. In… Read More
When Can A Felony Be Vacated? March 30, 2015 Once convicted of a felony, it’s something that follows you around long after you’ve paid your fines, served your jail time, and completed probation or court-ordered counseling. It is an issue that comes up time and time again and can make it more difficult for you to move on with your life. A felony conviction… Read More
My Spouse Forged My Name on the Divorce Papers March 26, 2015 Divorce is a painful experience, especially for a person who does not wish to divorce his or her partner. All states require a signature from both spouses for a judge to approve the dissolution of a marriage. Unfortunately, some people take it upon themselves to finalize a divorce by forging the other spouse’s signature. An… Read More