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After I made some poor choices, I was faced with some serious criminal charges that I needed to fight. To put it bluntly, I was completely terrified. I didn't know what I was going to do or how I was going to prove that I was innocent, but I knew that I needed to get started. I began talking to a criminal lawyer, and I started to see the light at the end of the tunnel. The lawyer was able to prove my alibi, and I was able to walk out of court with all of the charges dropped the same day. This blog is all about managing your court case.
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When Are You Entitled To A Criminal Defense Attorney?
Everyone has heard cops reading people their rights on TV and telling them that they have the right to an attorney. But do you always have a right to an attorney, and are there limits on that right? Here's what you need to know.
You Can't Be Forced to Go Without a Lawyer
The right to an attorney means that you can't be forced to represent yourself in a criminal trial.
What If You Don't Want To Testify In An Upcoming Trial? What You Should Know
Most people are aware that they have a right to refuse to incriminate themselves, but what about a right to refuse to incriminate someone else? For the most part, refusing to testify in a court of law isn't really an option. If you've received a subpoena to testify in an upcoming criminal case, this is what you should know.
When you're the victim...
There's a lot of confusion about the crime victim's role in a criminal case.
Driving Under The Influence And Death Of Passengers: What To Expect In Court With Your DUI Attorney's Help
There are numerous sad stories out there of people who chose to drink and drive. When it is discovered that the passengers in these cars were also too inebriated to drive but died in a crash anyway, it becomes a criminal offense for the driver, one which borders on homicide. If this sounds like your own case, it is very likely that you never meant to harm the people that were riding with you.
What You Can Do When Falsely Arrested For DUI
The police are regarded as the protectors of the law. However, this doesn't mean that they themselves don't have to abide by the law. This is particularly true when it comes to DUI arrests. The unfortunate reality is that some people arrested with this charge are in fact not guilty of the crime that they have been accused of. If you have been falsely arrested and accused of driver under the influence, it's important to take action.