Criminal Defense

Getting arrested and held in custody by the police is a scary experience. If this ever happens to you, you may want to argue with the officer that arrests you. However, this is the last thing you should do. As a citizen of the United States, you have the right to...

If a college your university has accused your son or daughter of a criminal offense, your child will probably face an administrative disciplinary hearing. This process can be very frightening, but it is very important when it comes to a college student’s rights....

A criminal arrest is a very difficult situation with consequences that could affect the rest of your life. The decisions you make during and after the arrest can help your legal case or hurt it. Here are three mistakes to avoid: Admitting guilt Admitting you are...

The Constitution of the United States guarantees specific rights for people who have criminal charges. Unfortunately, the police and the prosecutor may not be overly concerned with making sure that they take into account and respect your rights. That’s where your...

Teenagers can make mistakes that limit their futures for years to come. Skipping class for an afternoon out with friends might affect their grades and keep them out of college. Getting into fights or experimenting with shoplifting might lead to juvenile criminal...

If your child gets into trouble with the law, something you may be concerned about is if they’ll be able to get aid to go to college. In some cases, the charges they face may have a negative impact on their ability to get aid, which could hurt their ability to go to...

An arrest is a traumatic experience on its own, to say nothing of the stress of facing criminal charges. The idea of needing to go into court and have a prosecutor try to convince a jury that you broke the law while examining your life and history isn't pleasant. Many...

The ramifications of an arrest stretch beyond time you may serve or fines you may have to pay. They can also tarnish your reputation, and your good name is one of the most important things that you own. If you’re convicted, it can stay on your permanent record, and...

When you are struggling to afford basic necessities and to feed your family, you'll be feeling stressed and constantly worried about the future. Not having a job and still having bills to pay can mean that you are getting into debt very quickly. If you were in a store...

Parents often worry about the people their children are spending time with. They may warn them that peer pressure can cause them to make poor decisions, for instance, or even try to limit time with certain friends. But is there any truth to this? What role does peer...