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How Do I Decide Whether To Go To Trial For A Criminal Case In Pennsylvania?
The decision whether to go to trial for a criminal case isn’t always based on innocence. That may be a …
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Can I Be Arrested For Marijuana Possession In New York?
New Yorkers age 21 and older can now legally possess up to 3 ounces of cannabis and up to 24 grams of concentrated …
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What is the process for DWI defense in Minnesota?
In general, there are two distinct and independent paths in DWI cases: The civil case and the criminal case. The …
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How Do I know If My Florida Criminal Defense Attorney Is Good?
There are many good criminal defense attorneys, but there are four key factors in determining which attorney …
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How Do You Beat A Sex Offender Charge In San Diego, California?
Being charged with a sex offense can seem overwhelming. You must find an experienced lawyer skilled in …
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How Do I Determine Who Is The Best Criminal Defense Attorney In New York?
If you or a loved one has been arrested, accused or charged with a crime or placed under police investigation, it …
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What happens if the police in Georgia don’t read my Miranda rights?
Being arrested can be a stressful situation, especially when your Miranda rights are not read to you. Many people …
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How Can A Criminal Defense Lawyer Protect My Rights In Ohio?
Ohio is similar to other states with statutes that identify illegal conduct from theft to murder as punishable by …
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What qualities should I look for in a criminal lawyer in California?
Being under criminal investigation in Los Angeles, California, comes with a lot of stress. With an investigation …
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How Do I Find The Right Criminal Defense Lawyer in North Carolina?
When facing criminal charges and seeking defense representation, an individual will first want the lawyer to be …
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How Can A Criminal Defense Attorney Help Expunge Or Seal My Record In Illinois?
In Illinois, having a criminal record can often lead to barriers in finding a job or house, and/or obtaining a …
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How long will I lose my license after a DUI in Pennsylvania?
If you plead guilty to a first-offense DUI in Pennsylvania, you are subject to loss of license for one year. You …
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What does “Criminal Sexual Conduct” mean under Minnesota law?
Criminal Sexual Conduct refers broadly to rape, sexual contact with minors, sex with vulnerable adults and other …
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What Are The 3 Tiers Of Sex Offenses In Louisiana?
There are three tiers of sex offenses in Louisiana, and the penalties for a sex offense conviction depend on the …
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I’ve Been Arrested In Kentucky. Why Do I Need A Lawyer?
It can be tempting not to hire a lawyer if you’ve been charged with a crime. It may seem unnecessary at …
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What Should My First Steps Be If I’m Suspected Of A Violent Crime In Louisiana?
Step 1 (and this is perhaps the most important step): Decline to speak with police or investigators. Exercise your …
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What Should You Do If You Get A Grand Jury Subpoena in New York?
A grand jury subpoena is used by prosecuting offices to obtain testimony or documents during the investigation of …
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What Happens If I Am Under Investigation For Child Abuse By Child Protective Services in Michigan?
Child Protective Services (CPS) is an agency in Michigan tasked to keep children out of neglectful situations. …
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How do I file a restraining order in Broward County, Florida?
If you are asking this question, you may have been threatened with violence, or have been subject to physical …
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How Do I Get A Felony Dropped Or Reduced To A Misdemeanor In North Carolina?
The answer is hire the best criminal defense lawyer you can find. And while that might sound like sarcasm, this …
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Can I go to jail for fraud in South Carolina?
The short answer is that, yes, jail or prison is absolutely a possibility. Both state and federal authorities take …
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What happens if I’m charged with a crime or given a ticket while visiting New Orleans, Louisiana?
New Orleans is a city like no other. Sometimes, the lack of rules that apply in other cities can lead visitors to …
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What should I do if I am charged with a crime or am the target of a criminal investigation in Tennessee…?
First and foremost, you should invoke your right to counsel and hire a criminal defense lawyer or criminal defense …
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What Do I Need to Know After a Charge of Homicide or Murder in Minnesota?
For starters, do not volunteer information to law enforcement. Always observe your Fifth Amendment right against …
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What decisions and possible consequences do you face after being indicted by the federal government or the state of Georgia…?
The possible consequences of an arrest start with having to spend time in jail awaiting trial or other resolution …
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How do I find the right lawyer if I am charged with a crime in Wisconsin?
You need to do your research in order to find the right criminal defense lawyer for you. After being charged with …
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What should I do if I’m under investigation for a drug crime in Kansas?
If you learn that you are a subject in a criminal investigation related to a drug crime in Kansas, it is important …
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What should I do if I am being accused of date rape in Kansas by someone I met on an online dating app…?
If you meet someone on a social media “hookup’ site, the possibility of a terrible misunderstanding …
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What are the penalties for marijuana possession in Ohio?
In Ohio, it is a crime to intentionally or knowingly possess marijuana (except for persons authorized to possess …
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What is Pennsylvania Law Concerning Expungement and Limited Access to Criminal Records?
A clean record is important in the modern world, where criminal background checks are more common than ever. …
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How do I drop domestic violence charges in Massachusetts?
Domestic violence cases are treated differently from most other criminal cases in Massachusetts. Having …
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What should I do if I am arrested on federal charges or otherwise receive notice that I am a target in a federal criminal investigation in Tennessee…?
First and foremost, you should immediately invoke your right to counsel and seek out a qualified attorney to …
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