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FourthAmendment.com

FourthAmendment.com

Online supplement to Search and Seizure book. By John Wesley Hall, Jr.

http://fourthamendment.com/blog/index.php?blog=1
  • May 19

    CA10: Def's subjective belief of officers' tribal authority irrelevant to objective facts of consent

    CA10: Def's subjective belief of officers' tribal authority irrelevant to objective facts of consent
    Defendant was an American Indian, and he thought that the tribal governor had authorized the police to investigate his killing of eagles. His subjective belief as to the officers’ actions was not relevant to the Fourth Amendment inquiry…
  • May 19

    AR: Prior false alert rate of 14% of drug dog did not undermine the PC

    AR: Prior false alert rate of 14% of drug dog did not undermine the PC
    The question of reliability of the drug dog was for the trial court, and the court decided that past false alerts did not undermine the probable cause. Jackson v. State, 2013 Ark. 201, 2013 Ark. LEXIS 243 (May 16, 2013): [...] Read more!
  • May 19

    LA4: SW for gun permits search of duffle bag in house

    LA4: SW for gun permits search of duffle bag in house
    A search warrant for firearms and its accessories permitted a search of a duffle bag. State v. Bentley, 2013 La. App. LEXIS 947 (La. App. 4 Cir. May 15, 2013).* Defendant was on a bicycle and committed a misdemeanor offense for which he was…
Rank this Week: 44

Mortgage Fraud Blog

Mortgage Fraud Blog

Covers mortgage fraud information, fraud schemes and indictments. By Rachel Dollar.

http://www.mortgagefraudblog.com
  • May 19

    Woman Admits Stealing Funds Intended to Pay Off Mortgage

    Woman Admits Stealing Funds Intended to Pay Off Mortgage
    Mary Brainard, 60, Seneca Falls, New York, pleaded guilty before U.S. District Judge Frank P. Geraci to wire fraud affecting a financial institution. The charge carries a maximum penalty of 30 years in prison, a fine of $1,000,000, or both.…
  • May 17

    Sales Manager Admits Bribing Loan Officer

    Sales Manager Admits Bribing Loan Officer
    Jason Sterlino, 34, Hercules, California, pleaded guilty in federal court in San Francisco, California, to paying bribes to a bank official in order to procure residential mortgage loans. Sterlino was employed as a sales manager for Discovery…
  • May 17

    Real Estate Attorney Admits Loan Fraud Scheme

    Real Estate Attorney Admits Loan Fraud Scheme
    Stanley A. Walton, 54, Las Vegas, Nevada, an attorney, has pleaded guilty to a charge brought against him in February 2011 that he participated in a scheme to obtain mortgage loans from financial institutions using straw buyers and false loan…
Rank this Week: 1

Sentencing Law and Policy

Sentencing Law and Policy

By Moritz College of Law Professor Douglas A. Berman.

http://sentencing.typepad.com/sentencing_law_and_policy/
  • May 19

    How quickly can and will (hundreds of) imprisoned crack defendants file "Blewett claims"?

    How quickly can and will (hundreds of) imprisoned crack defendants file "Blewett claims"?
    As first discussed in this post and further here, a split panel of the Sixth Circuit on Friday handed down a significant (and questionable) ruling in US v. Blewett declaring that the reduced mandatory minimum crack sentences set out in...
  • May 19

    Illinois on verge of becoming second biggest state to legalize medical marijuana

    Illinois on verge of becoming second biggest state to legalize medical marijuana
    As reported in this Chicago Tribune article, only a Governor's veto now stands in the way of Illinois becoming the most populous state other than California to have legalized medical marijuana. Here are the details: The Senate today approved…
  • May 19

    Is OJ providing a high-profile test case for the application of Lafler and Frye?

    Is OJ providing a high-profile test case for the application of Lafler and Frye?
    I have not been following closely the Nevada state habeas proceedings in which convicted armed robber and kidnapper (and acquitted murderer) OJ Simpson is contesting his convictions and sentences. But this recent Christian Science Monitor…
Rank this Week: 35

Washington State DUI and Criminal…

Washington State DUI and Criminal Traffic Blog

Covers DUI and traffic law issues. By W. james Kotlowski.

http://duiseattleblog.typepad.com/dui_seattle/
  • May 19

    Is a DUI a felony?

    Is a DUI a felony?
    It depends. The answer is no - unless you have four (4) or more previous DUI/Physical Control or qualifying convictions (reduced charges such as Reckless Driving, Negligent Driving, Reckless Endangerment etc. from a DUI arrest) within ten…
  • May 18

    Can I go to Canada with a Deferred Prosecution?

    Can I go to Canada with a Deferred Prosecution?
    Probably. Under current policies, it appears you should be okay with a DUI Deferred Prosecution. This is assuming no other criminal history whatsoever. Remember, if you have any questions you should contact a Canadian immigration attorney.…
  • May 17

    Will I get a non-DUI plea bargain or reduction on a 1st offense DUI?

    Will I get a non-DUI plea bargain or reduction on a 1st offense DUI?
    Not always. This is one of the biggest misconceptions or assumptions out there - that is completely wrong. Whether you get a plea bargain or reduction to Reckless Driving, Reckless Endangerment or Negligent Driving 1st degree or even a…
Rank this Week: 717

Missouri Criminal Lawyers Blog

Missouri Criminal Lawyers Blog

Covers criminal law and DWI law. Published By Sansone Law, LLC

http://www.missouricriminallawyersblog.com/
  • May 19

    States Increasingly Concerned About Repeat Drunk Driver

    States Increasingly Concerned About Repeat Drunk Driver
    There has been an increasing emphasis placed on getting repeat drunk drivers off of Missouri roadways as more and more stories get attention across the country of drivers who had been previously arrested who then go on to hurt or kill others…
  • May 17

    Morning Drunk Drivers Increasing Target Of Police Enforcement

    Morning Drunk Drivers Increasing Target Of Police Enforcement
    Everyone knows that prime time for police to make arrests regarding drunk drivers are nights and weekends. It would come as no surprise to most people to hear that late night on a Friday would understandably be a busy time for suspected drunk…
  • Apr 10

    Missouri Penalty for Driving on a Suspended or Revoked License

    Missouri Penalty for Driving on a Suspended or Revoked License
    Driving on a suspended or revoked license in Missouri is no small matter and can lead to big fines, huge increases in insurance premium payments, increased suspension or revocation times, and in certain cases, even jail time. First things…
Rank this Week: 851

Reeves, Aiken & Hightower LLP Blog

Reeves, Aiken & Hightower LLP Blog

Covers South Carolina personal injury and criminnal law news.

http://www.rjrlaw.com/blog/
  • May 19

    Charlotte Police Accumulate Ten DWI’s After Recent Checkpoint

    Charlotte Police Accumulate Ten DWI’s After Recent Checkpoint
    Charlotte-Mecklenburg police recently set-up a checkpoint along the 6600 block of WT Harris Boulevard near Harris Center Drive in northeast Charlotte.  The police were very productive in the amount of charges that were garnered as a…
  • May 19

    Boating Regulations in North Carolina

    Boating Regulations in North Carolina
    As summer rapidly approaches, many local residents have decided to take to the various lakes in the region, such as Lake Norman, for an enjoyable day of water skiing, fishing, or just plain swimming.  However, while it is great fun to…
  • May 16

    What to Expect at a DMV Restoration Hearing?

    What to Expect at a DMV Restoration Hearing?
    If you are suspected of driving while intoxicated, and when the officer asks you to blow into a breath-test, refusal to take such test will result in the automatic revocation of that person’s license.  The revocation will vary, in…
Rank this Week: 688

Atlanta Criminal Lawyers Blog

Atlanta Criminal Lawyers Blog

Covers DUI and criminal defense issues. By The Hirsch Firm, P.C.

http://www.atlantacriminallawyersblog.com/
  • May 19

    A lesson on the importance of finding and hiring a lawyer. (Part 1)

    A lesson on the importance of finding and hiring a lawyer. (Part 1)
    The importance of seeking the advice of a lawyer when you are facing a criminal offense, no matter how insignificant you think it its, can not be overstated. Not long ago i spoke with two people whose recent legal difficulties are a direct…
  • Apr 7

    Arrested celebrating big events in Atlanta? You're not the only one.

    Arrested celebrating big events in Atlanta? You're not the only one.
    Other than being an international city, Atlanta is certainly one of the United States' top five intercontinental cities. This past weekend was no exception. Between hosting the NCAA final four basketball tournament championship, the Chicago…
  • Mar 31

    Shoplifting in Atlanta? You are not alone.

    Shoplifting in Atlanta? You are not alone.
    Who shoplifts? That is really a rhetorical question. It doesn't have a specific answer. The shoplifter is profile-proof. There are certainly career criminals out there, those who are simply seeking a cheap thrill (literally), and those that…
Rank this Week: 1578

Florida DUI Lawyer Blog

Florida DUI Lawyer Blog

Covers DUI law in Florida. By Direnzo Defense.

http://www.floridaduilawyerblog.com/
  • May 19

    Domestic Violence Restraining Order

    Domestic Violence Restraining Order
    Domestic violence is a considered severe crime in Florida and the state has allowed for a petitioner to seek an immediate restraining order against the alleged offender for the protection of domestic violence victims. Fort Lauderdale domestic…
  • May 14

    Booking for DUI

    Booking for DUI
    Booking follows an arrest for a DUI. During this stage the police officer is likely to ask for relevant information from the suspect, including facts such as the suspect’s name, age, and residence’s address. At the booking…
  • May 14

    Vehicle Search

    Vehicle Search
    In some circumstances if a law enforcement officers have a reason to suspect the presence of drugs in a vehicle (probable cause), they have a right to conduct a vehicle search without obtaining a search warrant. Investigation of a DUI suspect…
Rank this Week: 1167

Ninth Circuit Blog

Ninth Circuit Blog

Provides case summaries and commentary. By Federal Defenders of the Ninth Circuit.

http://circuit9.blogspot.com/
Rank this Week: 355

CrimProf Blog

CrimProf Blog

Criminal law issues and commentary. Edited by University of San Diego School of Law Dean & Professor of Law Kevin Cole, contributions by Professors Lawrence A. Alexander, Donald A. Dripps, Yale Kamisar, Adam J. Kolber, and Jean Ramirez.

http://lawprofessors.typepad.com/crimprof_blog/
  • May 19

    Top-Ten Recent SSRN Download

    Top-Ten Recent SSRN Download
    in criminal law and procedure ejournals are here. The usual disclaimers apply. RankDownloadsPaper Title 1 4572 The Dangers of Surveillance Neil M. Richards, Washington University in Saint Louis - School of Law, Date posted to database: March…
  • May 18

    "Trial Weighs Importance of Arrests in Police Stops"

    "Trial Weighs Importance of Arrests in Police Stops"
    From the New York Times: The so-called hit rate — often measured as a percentage of stops that lead to an arrest or summons — has long been at the center of the fraught public debate over the stop-and-frisk tactic....
  • May 18

    Bowers on Counsel in Plea Bargaining

    Bowers on Counsel in Plea Bargaining
    Josh Bowers (University of Virginia School of Law) has posted Two Rights to Counsel (Washington and Lee Law Review, Forthcoming) on SSRN. Here is the abstract: This forthcoming essay argues that there is not one constitutionally recognized…
Rank this Week: 70

California Social Security…

California Social Security Disability Attorney Blog

Published by Howard Law, P.C.

http://www.californiasocialsecuritydisabilityattorneyblog.com/
  • May 19

    Emphysema Sufferers in Los Angeles May Qualify for SSDI

    Emphysema Sufferers in Los Angeles May Qualify for SSDI
    Recent wildfires in Glendale and Ventura County have made air quality especially difficult for those with breathing sensitivities in numerous parts of Los Angeles County. Los Angeles Social Security Disability Insurance Lawyer Vincent Howard…
  • May 18

    Some Rejected SSDI Claims May Be Eligible for Rehearing, Per Court

    Some Rejected SSDI Claims May Be Eligible for Rehearing, Per Court
    About 4,000 disability claims that were partially or fully rejected in Queens by one of five specific administrative law judges will likely have an opportunity to have their case heard, following a federal appellate panel's findings…
  • May 17

    Medical Advances Spur Increase in Federal Disability Claim

    Medical Advances Spur Increase in Federal Disability Claim
    Maybe if politicians and talking heads are so concerned about reducing the federal disability rolls in America, we should consider scaling back the kind of medical advances that allows us to save lives and help people live longer. Obviously,…
Rank this Week: 118

Grits for Breakfast

Grits for Breakfast

Covers the political, economic and social consequences of crime, punishment and justice in the Lone Star State. By Scott Henson.

http://gritsforbreakfast.blogspot.com/
  • May 19

    Drug policy, politics and civil libertie

    Drug policy, politics and civil libertie
    A couple of recent drug war items deserve Grits readers' attention.At Texas Monthly, Bill Martin bring us up to speed on the disappointing lack of progress at the Texas Legislature by bills to address low-level drug sentencing that the House…
  • May 19

    Nearly 200 Texas LEOs use license-plate-reader location tracking vendor

    Nearly 200 Texas LEOs use license-plate-reader location tracking vendor
    When George Orwell wrote the novel 1984 he was imagining future totalitarianism dominated by socialist governments. He never considered that technologies of control would be privatized in a capitalist system, but that's seems to be where…
  • May 16

    Budget writers delete fusion-center funding from state budget

    Budget writers delete fusion-center funding from state budget
    Good news: State budget writers eliminated funding for the Department of Public Safety's "fusion center," reported Brenda Bell at the Austin Statesman ("Budget conferees vote not to fund fusion center," May 14), which would make Texas the…
Rank this Week: 671

TalkLeft: The Politics of Crime

TalkLeft: The Politics of Crime

Provides liberal coverage of crime-related political and injustice news.

http://www.talkleft.com/
  • May 19

    Sunday Open Thread

    Sunday Open Thread
    Our last open thred (Friday) is all filled up. I'm off to a college graduation this morning (which unbelievably is going to last four hours until 1 pm, and then with lunch, till 3pm.) Then I get to rush home to meet Comcast who will try…
  • May 18

    Jacksonville's "I Spy" Program

    Jacksonville's "I Spy" Program
    Jacksonville, Florida , and 11 other counties in northeast Florida are the latestto introduce a program encouraging people to report people they see engaging in behavior they deem suspicious and possibly terrorism-related. The program is…
  • May 18

    Dzhokhar Tsarnaev Docket: Missing Entrie

    Dzhokhar Tsarnaev Docket: Missing Entrie
    Yesterday, the Judge in the Boston bombing case of defendant Dzokhar Tsarnaev issued an order denying a motion filed under seal in which the defense asked to take periodic photographs of Dzhokhar (Jahar) at Devens Medical Facility to be able…
Rank this Week: 21

Simple Justice

Simple Justice

A New York Criminal Defense Blog. Published by Scott H. Greenfield, Esq.

http://blog.simplejustice.us
  • May 19

    My "Styles" Audition for the New York Time

    My "Styles" Audition for the New York Time
    <font style="FONT-SIZE: 12px" face="Arial">Having already taken charge of the op-ed page of the Times, I needed a new challenge. What better for a cutting edge guy like me than the Style Section?&nbsp; Do I…
  • May 19

    Every Day is a Networking Event

    Every Day is a Networking Event
    <font style="FONT-SIZE: 12px" face="Arial">For reasons that can best be described as a generosity of spirit combined with some internal pride,&nbsp;<a href= …
  • May 19

    How Do You Say "Reasonable Accommodation"?

    How Do You Say &quot;Reasonable Accommodation&quot;?
    <font style="FONT-SIZE: 12px" face="Arial">An interesting post from <a href="http://jonathanturley.org/2013/05/17/colorado-schools-sued-by-custodians-for-using-english-instructions/" target= …
Rank this Week: 528

Sex Offender Issues

Sex Offender Issues

Covers sex offender laws and cases.

http://sexoffenderissues.blogspot.com/
Rank this Week: 39

Lawyer & Strafverteidiger Blog

Lawyer & Strafverteidiger Blog

Presents news and decisions on German criminal law. By Dr. Bottner.

http://www.anwalt-strafverteidiger.de/
  • May 19

    Einstellung nach Trunkenheitsfahrt

    Einstellung nach Trunkenheitsfahrt
    Der Sachverhalt begann mit einer Autofahrt eines 19-jährigen zu einer Geburtstagsfeier. Nachdem er mit dem Gastgeber die Möglichkeit der Übernachtung geklärt hatte, wandte sich der junge Mann dem Alkohol zu. Nach diesem…
  • May 17

    Freispruch nach Vorwurf des schweren sexuellen Missbrauch

    Freispruch nach Vorwurf des schweren sexuellen Missbrauch
    Die Jugendschutzkammer in Oldenburg hatte sich mit dem Vorwurf des schweren sexuellen Missbrauchs zu beschäftigen. Der 43-jährige Angeklagte soll seinen 10-jährigen Sohn missbraucht haben. Der Angeklagte bestritt jedoch die Tat…
  • May 15

    Österreich plant Lockerung des Bankgeheimnisse

    Österreich plant Lockerung des Bankgeheimnisse
    Im Streit um die Steueroasen üben die EU und die USA immer mehr Druck aus. Innerhalb der EU hatte vor allem Österreich sein Bankgeheimnis stark geschützt und damit die Jagd auf Steuerbetrüger durch andere Nationen…
Rank this Week: 1320

Underdog Blog

Underdog Blog

Covers constitutional law, criminal law, DUI, drugs, First Amendment and immigration. By Marks & Katz.

http://katzjustice.com/underdog/
  • May 18

    Random thoughts through May 19, 2013.

    Random thoughts through May 19, 2013.
    By Jon Katz, a criminal defense lawyer and DWI/ DUI/ Drunk Driving lawyer advocating in Fairfax County, Virginia, Montgomery County, Maryland, and beyond for the best possible results for his clients. http://katzjustice.com On Sundays, I…
  • May 18

    Random thoughts since October 7, 2012

    Random thoughts since October 7, 2012
    By Jon Katz, a criminal defense lawyer and DWI/ DUI/ Drunk Driving lawyer advocating in Fairfax County, Virginia, Montgomery County, Maryland, and beyond for the best possible results for his clients. http://katzjustice.com On Sundays, I…
  • May 16

    Criminal defense is not for mere dilettantes, but for true believers and true doers.

    Criminal defense is not for mere dilettantes, but for true believers and true doers.
    By Jon Katz, a criminal defense lawyer and DWI/ DUI/ Drunk Driving lawyer advocating in Fairfax County, Virginia, Montgomery County, Maryland, and beyond for the best possible results for his clients.…
Rank this Week: 292

Los Angeles Criminal Defense…

Los Angeles Criminal Defense Attorney Blog

Covers celebrity crime, felonies, DUI, three strikes offenses, and white collar crime cases. Published By Los Angeles crime lawyer Michael Kraut.

http://www.losangelescriminaldefenseattorneyblog.com/
Rank this Week: 414

4criminaldefense blog

4criminaldefense blog

Covers criminal defense and DUI defense law. By the Law Offices of Jeffrey Vallens APC.

http://www.4criminaldefense.com/blog.aspx
  • May 18

    Deputy Fire Chief Arrested for Arson and Theft

    Deputy Fire Chief Arrested for Arson and Theft
    A former Compton Deputy fire chief was arrested wednesday for arson and grand theft. Marcel Melanson, 37, of Torrance, California was arrested for allegedly steeling thousands of dollars worth of radios for the purpose of selling them for…
  • Apr 23

    Sports Legend Al Michaels Arrested for DUI in Santa Monica

    Sports Legend Al Michaels Arrested for DUI in Santa Monica
    Sports Icon Al Michaels was arrested Friday night in Santa Monica, California for driving under the influence of alcohol (DUI). Authorities said the legendary sportscaster made an illegal u-turn near the area of a DUI checkpoint that the…
  • Apr 21

    Forced DUI Blood Tests and Search Warrants After McNeely

    Forced DUI Blood Tests and Search Warrants After McNeely
    Forced DUI Blood Tests and Search Warrants after Missouri vs. McNeely The United States Supreme Court just heard aDUI case from Missouri. It was called Missouri vs. McNeely and it involved a DUI suspect who did not consent to a test for…
Rank this Week: 844

Sex Offender Research by A Voice…

Sex Offender Research by A Voice of Reason

Covers research, studies, and court cases related to sex offender issues.

http://sexoffenderresearch.blogspot.com/
  • May 18

    Florida funds sex offender database search by school

    Florida funds sex offender database search by school
    Another 18K thrown down the drain, a FREE blog could do everything and not soak taxpayers pocketbooks. What a waste of money! Knowing where people sleep for a few hours of a day, does nothing to... [[This,an article summary.Please visit my…
  • May 17

    Tracking sex offenders in Mississippi

    Tracking sex offenders in Mississippi
    5-17-2013 Mississippi: HINDS COUNTY, MS (Mississippi News Now) - Child molestation, statutory rape, sexual battery, they're all classified as sex crimes. Those convicted will live with their... [[This,an article summary.Please visit my…
  • May 17

    LawGuru Question

    LawGuru Question
    7-1-2012 Internet: QUESTION: I just moved to a new house. Shortly after moving in, I found out that a previous tenant had been a registered sex offender with his address (now my address) listed.... [[This,an article summary.Please visit…
Rank this Week: 792

Baltimore Criminal Defense Lawyer…

Baltimore Criminal Defense Lawyer Blog

Covers Maryland laws on drug arrests, DUI and gun crimes. By the Herbst Firm.

http://www.baltimorecriminaldefenselawyerblog.com/
  • May 18

    Local Politicians Convicted of DUI

    Local Politicians Convicted of DUI
    It is no longer surprising to see an American politician wind up in the news with some sort of personal legal issue. It's is an unfortunate sign of the times, but our country's so called leaders seem to only make the news when they are in…
  • May 8

    DOJ Reaffirms Citizens's Right To Photograph And Record On Duty Police

    DOJ Reaffirms Citizens's Right To Photograph And Record On Duty Police
    About a year ago the Blog posted an article addressing the issue of whether it is legal to video record a police officer engaging in his or her duties. While there is clearly no state or federal law prohibiting this protected First Amendment…
  • May 5

    Governor Signs Medical Marijuana And Other Bills Into Law

    Governor Signs Medical Marijuana And Other Bills Into Law
    The 2013 legislative session officially came to an end last month, but 265 bills still awaited Governor O'Malley's signature before they could make the transformation to state laws. The bills covered dozens of different fields of law…
Rank this Week: 1586

Palm Beach County Criminal Lawyer…

Palm Beach County Criminal Lawyer Blog

Covers state and federal criminal offenses in Florida. By Silber Criminal Law Firm.

http://www.palm-beach-county-criminal-lawyer.com/
  • May 18

    Anthony Carlton Fonseca, Jupiter, Florida Child Modeling Agent, Arrested for Exploiting a Minor

    Anthony Carlton Fonseca, Jupiter, Florida Child Modeling Agent, Arrested for Exploiting a Minor
    Anthony Carlton Fonseca, a Jupiter, Florida child modeling agent, was arrested Wednesday for allegedly posing as a 16-year-old girl online in order to try to get nude pictures from underage boys, a press release from the Florida Department of…
  • May 17

    Travis Edwards of Belle Glade, Florida Arrested for Transmitting HIV to a Minor

    Travis Edwards of Belle Glade, Florida Arrested for Transmitting HIV to a Minor
    Travis Edwards of Belle Glade, Florida was arrested Sunday for allegedly intentionally transmitting HIV to a 15-year-old girl via intercourse, news sources report. Edwards also allegedly impregnated the victim. Edwards, 23, was booked into…
  • May 17

    Ricky R. Smith of Lake Worth, Florida Arrested for Aggravated Domestic Battery

    Ricky R. Smith of Lake Worth, Florida Arrested for Aggravated Domestic Battery
    Ricky R. Smith of Lake Worth, Florida was arrested Friday for allegedly assaulting the mother of his child, dragging her by her hair and punching her, news sources report. Smith, 52, was booked into the Palm Beach County Jail on charges of…
Rank this Week: 819

Ponzitracker

Ponzitracker

Covers Ponzi schemes. By Jordan Maglich.

http://www.ponzitracker.com/
  • May 18

    Death Sentence for Chinese Woman Convicted of $70 Million Ponzi Scheme

    Death Sentence for Chinese Woman Convicted of $70 Million Ponzi Scheme
    A Chinese woman who masterminded a $70 million Ponzi scheme has been sentenced to death by a Chinese court - possibly by firing squad.  Lin Haiyan, 39, from the Wenzhou province, received the sentence as part of a broader push by Chinese…
  • May 13

    California Man Guilty in $250 Million Ponzi Scheme

    California Man Guilty in $250 Million Ponzi Scheme
    A federal jury has returned a guilty verdict against a California man for masterminding a massive Ponzi scheme that bilked investors out of over $250 million.  James Stanley Koenig, 60, was found guilty of all but one of the three…
  • May 12

    Petters Wants 50-Year Sentence Overturned

    Petters Wants 50-Year Sentence Overturned
    The man responsible for the third-largest Ponzi scheme in history has filed papers seeking to have his fifty-year sentence overturned, claiming that his former attorney failed to disclose that prosecutors had previously offered a 30-year…
Rank this Week: 152

New Jersey DWI Lawyer Blog

New Jersey DWI Lawyer Blog

Covers New Jersey DWI news, updates and commentary. Published By The Law Offices of Jonathan F. Marshall.

http://www.newjerseydwilawyerblog.com/
Rank this Week: 1034

Strafakte.de

Strafakte.de

German blawg from Hamburg about criminal law and criminal procedure.

http://www.strafakte.de
  • May 18

    Selbstleseverfahren, Band 4

    Selbstleseverfahren, Band 4
    Unter dieser Rubrik veröffentlichen wir -ähnlich einer juristischen Presseschau- regelmäßig Links zu interessanten Nachrichten, die Sie im Selbstleseverfahren rezipieren können.Portrait von Andreas Vosskuhle: Richter…
  • May 17

    Einkommen der freiberuflichen Rechtsanwälte

    Einkommen der freiberuflichen Rechtsanwälte
    Der Honorarblog macht sich Sorgen um den Anwaltsberuf und geht davon aus, dass es unter freiberuflichen Anwältinnen und Anwälten eine relativ große Gruppe geben muss, die sich vom Einkommen her knapp am Existenzminimum…
  • May 15

    Etliche Mordfälle bleiben aus Kostengründen ungeklärt

    Etliche Mordfälle bleiben aus Kostengründen ungeklärt
    Der anerkannte Rechtsmediziner Michael Tsokos, der das Institut für Rechtsmedizin an der Berliner Charité leitet, erhebt schwere Vorwürfe: Etliche Mörder bleiben unerkannt, falsche Anschuldigungen führen zu…
Rank this Week: 2136

Kans Law Firm

Kans Law Firm

Covers Minnesota criminal law.

http://www.kanslaw.com/blog
  • May 18

    Colorado Senate Rejects Bill to Set Marijuana BAC Counterpart

    Colorado Senate Rejects Bill to Set Marijuana BAC Counterpart
    For some time, the Colorado legislature has been reviewing a bill that aims to set a legal limit for drivers with regards to marijuana use. Under this bill, House Bill 13-1114, the legal limit for driving and marijuana use would be 5…
  • May 17

    Follow Up On Minnesota Drunk Driving Arrest Blitz

    Follow Up On Minnesota Drunk Driving Arrest Blitz
    The much-publicized Minnesota drunk driving crackdown, which took place last weekend, was a great success according to state officials with the Department of Public Safety. The agency trumpeted its accomplishment after the massive law…
  • May 13

    Ruling May Result in Thousands of Minnesota DWI Cases Being Thrown Out

    Ruling May Result in Thousands of Minnesota DWI Cases Being Thrown Out
    The recent Supreme Court ruling could potentially result in thousands of DWI cases in Minnesota being tossed out. To refresh you on the ruling… the police must first obtain a search warrant before being able to take a blood alcohol…
Rank this Week: 4584

Minnesota Criminal Law Blog

Minnesota Criminal Law Blog

Covers news and case law relating to criminal law and DWI issues. By Kans Law Firm, LLC.

http://www.kanslaw.com/blog/
  • May 18

    Colorado Senate Rejects Bill to Set Marijuana BAC Counterpart

    Colorado Senate Rejects Bill to Set Marijuana BAC Counterpart
    For some time, the Colorado legislature has been reviewing a bill that aims to set a legal limit for drivers with regards to marijuana use. Under this bill, House Bill 13-1114, the legal limit for driving and marijuana use would be 5…
  • May 17

    Follow Up On Minnesota Drunk Driving Arrest Blitz

    Follow Up On Minnesota Drunk Driving Arrest Blitz
    The much-publicized Minnesota drunk driving crackdown, which took place last weekend, was a great success according to state officials with the Department of Public Safety. The agency trumpeted its accomplishment after the massive law…
  • May 13

    Ruling May Result in Thousands of Minnesota DWI Cases Being Thrown Out

    Ruling May Result in Thousands of Minnesota DWI Cases Being Thrown Out
    The recent Supreme Court ruling could potentially result in thousands of DWI cases in Minnesota being tossed out. To refresh you on the ruling… the police must first obtain a search warrant before being able to take a blood alcohol…
Rank this Week: 3817

Illinois DUI Lawyer Blawg

Illinois DUI Lawyer Blawg

Covers Illinois DUI laws and news. By Harvatin Law Offices.

http://www.illinoisduilawyerblawg.com/
  • May 17

    What proof is required for a DUI drug charge?

    What proof is required for a DUI drug charge?
    Related posts: Major High Court Ruling on Warrantless Blood Draws May 10, 2013, Illinois DUI Lawyer Blawg What tools are available to the police in Illinois for proving a DUI charge? January 11, 2013, Illinois DUI Lawyer Blawg A charge of…
  • May 10

    Major High Court Ruling on Warrantless Blood Draw

    Major High Court Ruling on Warrantless Blood Draw
    The United States Supreme Court, in a case known as McNeely v. Missouri, issued an important decision related to Driving Under the Influence, or DUI, and search warrants. The Court decided that in most cases, before the police can force a…
  • May 3

    Loss of driver's license following a crash in which there is no DUI conviction

    Loss of driver's license following a crash in which there is no DUI conviction
    A charge of Driving Under the Influence, or DUI, will lead to a loss of driving privileges if the driver is convicted. 625 ILCS 5/6-205(a)(2) This includes convictions arising from a DUI committed in another state while the driver holds an…
Rank this Week: 4373

White Collar Criminal Defense…

White Collar Criminal Defense Lawyer Blog

Covers Florida criminal law. By the Schwartz Law Firm.

http://www.whitecollarcriminaldefenselawyerblog.com/
Rank this Week: 907

Los Angeles DUI Attorney Blog

Los Angeles DUI Attorney Blog

Covers DWI and DUI law, cases and sentences in California. By Michael Kraut.

http://www.losangelesduiattorneyblog.com/
Rank this Week: 1051

Idaho State Police News and…

Idaho State Police News and Information Blog

Covers news releases and other items of interest. By the Idaho State Police.

http://idahostatepolice.blogspot.com/
  • May 17

    Property damage crash on I-15 in Idaho Fall

    Property damage crash on I-15 in Idaho Fall
    IDAHO STATE POLICE NEWS RELEASE - generated by our News Release ListServer DO NOT REPLY --------------------------------------------------------------------------- Idaho State Police District 6 1540 Foote Dr. Idaho Falls, Idaho 83402-1828…
  • May 17

    Update: Injury crash near Duboi

    Update: Injury crash near Duboi
    IDAHO STATE POLICE NEWS RELEASE - generated by our News Release ListServer DO NOT REPLY --------------------------------------------------------------------------- Idaho State Police District 6 1540 Foote Dr. Idaho Falls, Idaho 83402-1828…
  • May 17

    Injury crash near Duboi

    Injury crash near Duboi
    IDAHO STATE POLICE NEWS RELEASE - generated by our News Release ListServer DO NOT REPLY --------------------------------------------------------------------------- Idaho State Police District 6 1540 Foote Dr. Idaho Falls, Idaho 83402-1828…
Rank this Week: 88

California Attorneys Representing…

California Attorneys Representing Licensed, Regulated And Other Professionals

Addresses issues faced by license professionals and regulated businesses in civil, business, administrative and criminal matters with an emphasis on health care. By Green & Associates.

http://greenandassociates.blogspot.com/
Rank this Week: 516

Questions & Answers About Arrests…

Questions & Answers About Arrests & Criminal Procedures in Virginia Beach

Answers common questions regarding criminal law and criminal charges. By Garrett Law Group, PLC.

http://www.garrettlawgroup.com/questions-answers/
  • May 17

    My Roommate Is On Probation, May Their Probation Officer Search My Room Without A Warrant?

    My Roommate Is On Probation, May Their Probation Officer Search My Room Without A Warrant?
    Any person who is placed on supervised probation for a felony conviction in Virginia is subject to random searches by their probation officer or any law enforcement officer. As a condition of their probation, they must sign a waiver of their…
  • May 11

    An Arrest Warrant Was Issued In Virginia Beach But I Live Out Of State

    An Arrest Warrant Was Issued In Virginia Beach But I Live Out Of State
    We get frequent calls from individuals who have recent warrants, and even warrants that are several years or a decade old, in Virginia Beach. Most of these warrants are based on traffic tickets, like reckless driving, or simple misdemeanors,…
  • May 5

    Will I Need Defense Lawyer For Class 1 Misdemeanor In Virginia Beach?

    Will I Need Defense Lawyer For Class 1 Misdemeanor In Virginia Beach?
    The U.S. Constitution affords everyone the right to an attorney for any offense that has the potential of depriving them of their freedom, i.e., jail or prison time. In every charge where this is the case in Virginia, the judge is required to…
Rank this Week: 2008

Taking the Fifth

Taking the Fifth

Covers criminal law issues. By C. Zadik Shapiro.

http://takingthefifth-acriminallawblog.com
Rank this Week: 4638

Dallas Criminal Defense Lawyer…

Dallas Criminal Defense Lawyer Blog

Discusses topics related to DWI, criminal defense, traffic tickets, CDL defense, open records, Texas laws, and the War on Drugs. By Dallas, TX criminal defense attorney, Robert Guest.

http://www.dallascriminaldefenselawyerblog.com/
  • May 17

    Texas Parole Eligibility Chart

    Texas Parole Eligibility Chart
    So you're facing pen time in Texas and you want to know when you are eligible to get out. It's not as easy to calculate as you would think. Different offenses have different rules for parole eligibility, some allow for early release, some…
  • May 16

    Michael Morton Act Becomes Law- No More Closed Files in Texa

    Michael Morton Act Becomes Law- No More Closed Files in Texa
    I used to live in Ellis County and I had a few criminal cases there. Not as many as I had in Kaufman and Dallas, but enough that I quickly learned the Ellis County District Attorney's had little regard for justice or preventing wrongful…
  • Apr 16

    Kaufman County District Attorney Swearing In Ceremony- 4/22

    Kaufman County District Attorney Swearing In Ceremony- 4/22
    Judge Wiley will be sworn in as Kaufman County District Attorney on April 22nd at 1pm in the County Court at Law. All are invited to attend. I began my career in Kaufman County as a prosecutor in Judge Wiley's court. I learned quickly that…
Rank this Week: 1345

Cleveland, Ohio Criminal Attorney…

Cleveland, Ohio Criminal Attorney Ron Frey's Blog

Covers criminal defense and technology based offenses.

http://clevelandcriminalattorney.blogspot.com/
  • May 17

    Cleveland Criminal Lawyers - Friedman & Frey, L.L.C. - Criminal Defense Attorney

    Cleveland Criminal Lawyers - Friedman &amp; Frey, L.L.C. - Criminal Defense Attorney
    If you, or someone you know is under investigation or has been charged with a crime, please contact the Cleveland Criminal Lawyers at Friedman & Frey, L.L.C. The Criminal Defense Attorneys at Friedman & Frey strive to provide…
  • May 16

    In Need of a Cleveland Criminal Lawyer?

    In Need of a Cleveland Criminal Lawyer?
    If you or someone you know is under investigation or facing charges in a criminal case, it is important to consult with a criminal lawyer in order to evaluate the case and prepare a defense tailored to the facts. The Cleveland based law…
  • May 15

    Cleveland Firefighters Indicted - Cuyahoga County, Ohio

    Cleveland Firefighters Indicted - Cuyahoga County, Ohio
    According to media reports this afternoon, 13 Cleveland, Ohio firefighters have been indicted by the Cuyahoga County Prosecutor's Office. The indictments include counts of theft and solicitation. These charges include felony level offenses.…
Rank this Week: 3376

Innocence Blog

Innocence Blog

The legal blog of theInnocence Project founded in 1992 by Barry C. Scheck and Peter J. Neufeld at the Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law at Yeshiva University to assist prisoners who could be proven innocent through DNA testing.

http://www.innocenceproject.org/news/Blog.php
  • May 17

    Two Years After Being Freed, A Montana Man is Back in Custody For Same Crime

    Two Years After Being Freed, A Montana Man is Back in Custody For Same Crime
    A Montana man was taken back into custody for a 1979 murder earlier this week following a state Supreme Court ruling that could send him to prison for the rest of his life, reported the Associated Press. After new evidence pointed to a false…
  • May 16

    Innocent in America's Worst Jail

    Innocent in America's Worst Jail
    By Hannah Riley, Communications Assistant A recent Mother Jones magazine series profiles the 10 worst prisons and jails in the United States. Worth noting is the number of jails on the list where the majority of inmates have not yet been…
  • May 16

    Science News - May 16, 2013

    Science News - May 16, 2013
    More problematic cases are found at the Washington State Crime Lab, a top deputy at the New York City Medical Examiners' Office has resigned amidst allegations of violating lab protocol, and Forensic Magazine explores the limits of "touch…
Rank this Week: 1435

Utah Criminal Law Blog

Utah Criminal Law Blog

Covers Utah criminal law and criminal defense. By Utah Defenders.

http://www.utahdefenders.com
  • May 17

    Staying a Utah Justice Court Sentence When Jail Is Ordered

    Staying a Utah Justice Court Sentence When Jail Is Ordered
    The Utah Legislature has implemented some rules as a protection against over-zealous (tyrannical) justice court judges, many of whom are “jail happy.”  The rules can act to prevent a judge from sending a defendant to…
  • May 9

    Common Enhanceable Utah Crime

    Common Enhanceable Utah Crime
    What is an Enhanceable Crime? The Utah Legislature has taken it upon itself to give the district attorneys freedom to increase the category of a crime if the defendant has committed the same or similar crime in the past.  For ……
  • Apr 29

    Presentence Reports for Utah Felony Conviction

    Presentence Reports for Utah Felony Conviction
    When a criminal defendant in Utah enters a plea or is found guilty by a jury on a felony count the judge may require the defendant to undergo a presentence report with Adult Probation & Parole (“AP&P”).  A presentence…
Rank this Week: 5263

Record Clearing Blog

Record Clearing Blog

Covers criminal record removal. By Higbee & Associates.

http://www.recordclearing.org/blog/
  • May 17

    The Loss of Right

    The Loss of Right
    Plain and simple cut and dried. I was wrongfully arrested for domestic violence. My lawyer advised a no contest plea ( which is a guilty plea) I received a fine, informal probation and community service as well as counselling . The [...]
  • May 17

    My story of the crime that I suffer for

    My story of the crime that I suffer for
    I was arrested in 2010 for a theft charge which I did not commit.  I was with a neighbor at a local store when she decided to steal without my knowledge and because I was with her I was charged [...]
  • May 13

    Drugs should not forever define my life

    Drugs should not forever define my life
    I am a recovering drug addict. I began using at 7 and was arrested and got clean at 35. I used drugs for most of my life. I was convicted of possession of a controlled substance. I served 5 years [...]
Rank this Week: 879

Florida Criminal Lawyer Blog

Florida Criminal Lawyer Blog

Covers DUI and traffic tickets. By Leifert & Leifert.

http://www.florida-criminal-lawyer-blog.com/
  • May 17

    Broward Defense Lawyers Report Disappointing Florida Legislative Session

    Broward Defense Lawyers Report Disappointing Florida Legislative Session
    A number of bills that would have boosted protections and reduced penalties for criminal defendants in Florida have failed, ending what was ultimately a disappointing state legislative session in the view of our Fort Lauderdale criminal…
  • May 15

    Palm Beach BUI Results in Felony Charges After Skull Fracture

    Palm Beach BUI Results in Felony Charges After Skull Fracture
    A 23-year-old man from Jupiter is facing a number of serious charges in connection with a 2011 boating accident that occurred along the Intracoastal Waterway. Our Palm Beach BUI lawyers understand that the defendant is accused of striking an…
  • May 10

    South Florida Arrest for Copper Theft Shows Trend Not Dead

    South Florida Arrest for Copper Theft Shows Trend Not Dead
    It seemed for a while that copper thefts in South Florida may have tapered off. Our Fort Lauderdale criminal defense attorneys know that at the bottom of the housing market, after the bubble burst, the real estate landscape was littered with…
Rank this Week: 1388

USDOJ: Justice Blog

USDOJ: Justice Blog

The Official Blog of the United States Department of Justice.

http://blogs.usdoj.gov/blog
  • May 17

    A Week to Honor Our Public Safety Heroe

    A Week to Honor Our Public Safety Heroe
    During National Police Week, the Justice Department participated in events across the country to honor those who have made the ultimate sacrifice to protect and serve. On Monday evening, Attorney General Eric Holder spoke at the 25th Annual…
  • May 13

    National Police Week: Remembering and Supporting our Public Safety Officer

    National Police Week: Remembering and Supporting our Public Safety Officer
    The following post appears courtesy of Mary Lou Leary, Acting Assistant Attorney General for the Office of Justice Programs. During National Police Week, the Office of Justice Programs (OJP) proudly honors the brave and dedicated officers who…
  • Apr 30

    The Intersection Between Animal Cruelty and Public Safety

    The Intersection Between Animal Cruelty and Public Safety
    The following post appears courtesy  of Acting Associate Attorney General Tony West and Acting Assistant Attorney General for the Office of Justice Programs Mary Lou Leary. The images that emerge from animal cruelty cases are both…
Rank this Week: 750

StandDown Texas Project

StandDown Texas Project

Covers best practices in the criminal justice system. By Steve Hall.

http://standdown.typepad.com/weblog/
  • May 17

    DSM-5 News & Commentary Roundup

    DSM-5 News &amp; Commentary Roundup
    ReutersLegal posts, "Psychiatrists unveil their long-awaited diagnostic 'bible'," by Sharon Begley. It's an excellent overview of the debate raging over the new publication. The long-awaited, controversial new edition of the bible of…
  • May 17

    Public Defender Heads to 8th Circuit Bench

    Public Defender Heads to 8th Circuit Bench
    "Jane Kelly's experience rare on US appeals court," is the AP report by Ryan J. Foley. It's also available via ABC News. Jane Kelly will become a federal appeals court judge Friday with an unusual background that supporters say makes...
  • May 17

    Innocence Commission Bill Update

    Innocence Commission Bill Update
    Today is the 130th day of the Texas Legislature's 140 day regular session. "Senator Says Innocence Commission Bill is in Trouble," is by Brandi Grissom at the Texas Tribune. Legislation that would create a commission to review wrongful…
Rank this Week: 257

Justice Building Blog

Justice Building Blog

Features discussions between judges and lawyers in the Richard E. Gerstein Justice Building.

http://justicebuilding.blogspot.com/
  • May 17

    FREE ALEX MICHAELS!!!

    FREE ALEX MICHAELS!!!
    BREAKING!Judge Miranda held a contempt hearing today for Alex Michaels. Nothing worth reporting about- sort of "dog bites man" story. In what week is Alex not in a contempt hearing?But this afternoon, Judge Miranda sentenced Alex (he has a…
  • May 16

    SHOOTING VIDEO

    SHOOTING VIDEO
    If ever you needed to be reminded about what a dangerous job police officers have (not that this excuses them in the least from their awful and wide spread habit of prevarication) here is the video of the marijuana grow house video in which…
  • May 15

    PHIL DAVIS CONVICTION AFFIRMED

    PHIL DAVIS CONVICTION AFFIRMED
    . (Inmate Phil Davis)The year was 1992 when the name "courtroom" broke across a  Miami. First a whisper, the courtbroom scandal- a federal investigation into Miami Circuit Judges selling court appointments for kickbacks- crested and…
Rank this Week: 434

Jacksonville Criminal Attorney…

Jacksonville Criminal Attorney Blog

Covers bonds, DUI, drug crimes and probation. By The Forbess Law Firm.

http://www.jacksonvillecriminalattorneyblog.com/
  • May 17

    Florida Police Nab Two South Carolina Beach Goers For Having Questionable Fun In The Sun

    Florida Police Nab Two South Carolina Beach Goers For Having Questionable Fun In The Sun
    Ward Powell and Tanya Wheeler of Greenville, South Carolina have been arrested in Palm Beach on charges of lewd or lascivious behavior and indecent exposure in public. The two were arrested around 8:30 a.m. for what Powell claim’s was…
  • May 16

    Two Florida Women Charged With Using Young Girls To Orchestrate Retail Theft

    Two Florida Women Charged With Using Young Girls To Orchestrate Retail Theft
    Lee County deputies have arrested Cortney Herndon and Jessica Barker, who stand accused of using young girls as decoys so they could steal from Target. The women would allegedly stuff the carts with the items they wanted to steal, then would…
  • May 14

    Florida Duo Arrested For Stealing Van-Load of Expired Chips From Frito-Lay

    Florida Duo Arrested For Stealing Van-Load of Expired Chips From Frito-Lay
    Darren Hagerman and his sister Jessica Huggard of central Florida were arrested and charged with grand theft after a deputy found them driving a van overflowing with bags of chips that were apparently taken from a Frito-Lay factory. Both…
Rank this Week: 1110

Tampa Criminal Lawyer Blog

Tampa Criminal Lawyer Blog

Covers criminal law news. By Mayberry Law Firm.

http://www.tampacriminallawyer-blog.com/
  • May 17

    Tampa, Florida Man Tricks Girlfriend Into Taking Abortion Pill, Faces Federal Murder Charge

    Tampa, Florida Man Tricks Girlfriend Into Taking Abortion Pill, Faces Federal Murder Charge
    Tampa man John Andrew Welden, 26, is facing a Federal charge in the middle district of Florida for allegedly tricking his girlfriend into ingesting the abortion pill cytotec. Welden, whose father is an OB/GYN doctor was arrested May 15th and…
  • Apr 23

    Charges Filed in Boston Terror Attack

    Charges Filed in Boston Terror Attack
    If you've previously read our blog, you'll know that it is an effort to provide an interesting read on funny or hot button topics from the perspective of a Tampa criminal lawyer. Our hope is that we can bring some knowledge on the law while…
  • Apr 18

    Tampa Woman Arrested For Domestic Battery For Violently Yanking Ex's Peni

    Tampa Woman Arrested For Domestic Battery For Violently Yanking Ex's Peni
    Hillsborough County woman, Laquavia Sharelle Wallace, 28, was arrested on April 16, 2013 in Manatee County for domestic battery after allegedly travelling to her ex-boyfriend's house to pick up their child and demanding to reinstate their…
Rank this Week: 3795