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Boston Criminal Attorney Blog

Covers criminal law topics such as DWI/OUI offenses, other traffic related offenses, and murder. By Boston, Massachusetts criminal defense lawyer, William D. Kickham.

http://www.bostoncriminalattorneyblog.com/

May 13
Boston, Massachusetts Rape Is A Serious Offense -- Despite What Rappers Say

Boston, Massachusetts Rape Is A Serious Offense -- Despite What Rappers Say

Some people just don’t get it. What I mean, is that some people just don’t seem to understand that rape is a crime. And not just a word to use – and misuse – in a song. In another display of complete insensitivity…
May 9
Massachusetts Shoplifting Crimes Targeted By New Boston Ordinance

Massachusetts Shoplifting Crimes Targeted By New Boston Ordinance

There are any number of reasons why people shoplift. However, in my experience, as a Boston Massachusetts shoplifting lawyer, one of the most interesting reasons has to do with people who feel that life has simply let them down. They have…
May 3
Marijuana Use and Massachusetts OUI Charge

Marijuana Use and Massachusetts OUI Charge

Most everyone in Massachusetts knows that voters here voted to decriminalize the possession of less than an ounce of marijuana effective January 2009, and also voted just last November 2012 to legalize the use of medical marijuana. As a…

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Graham Lawyer Blog

Covers criminal law, law and technology stories, and first amendment issues from around Eastern Washington. By Stephen Graham.

http://www.grahamlawyerblog.com/

May 8
The Dog Sniff and the Fourth Amendment

The Dog Sniff and the Fourth Amendment

Guest post by Matthew Leach, Attorney at King Law Offices | North & South Carolina The United States Supreme Court recently ruled on a drug sniffing dog case from Florida and the steps police can take to get probable cause for a search of…
Mar 17
Jeffrey Havard – Latest New

Jeffrey Havard – Latest New

It is unthinkable that a modern democratic state would act the way that Mississippi did in the handling of the Jeffrey Havard case. Months ago, I published a blog on Jeffrey Havard, a wrongly convicted man currently sitting on…
Mar 15
Dorm Room Searche

Dorm Room Searche

I wrote about dorm room searches two years ago, and I figured I might revisit this topic. I was the guest on the It’s a Crime radio show in Los Angeles last month on AM 1050. You can listen in here. Here is a…

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Law Blog

By Foreman & Caraciolo, P.C.

http://www.theharrisburglawyers.com/law-blog/

Apr 30
How to Treat Gifts from Grandparents of the Children to Their Child in Calculating Child Support

How to Treat Gifts from Grandparents of the Children to Their Child in Calculating Child Support

In the recent case of Suzanne D. v. Stephen W. the Pennsylvania Superior Court, 2013 Pa. Super 93, filed April 22, 2013, discussed a case where a grandfather supplied his son with reimbursements for the grandchildren’s medical expenses…
Apr 25
Child Support in Pennsylvania

Child Support in Pennsylvania

In Pennsylvania, both parents are responsible for the financial support of their child, and the amount of child support is determined by a serious of complex guidelines and rules. The best way to address your child support payment obligations…
Apr 18
Supreme Court of United States decision in Missouri v. Tyler G. McNeely

Supreme Court of United States decision in Missouri v. Tyler G. McNeely

On April 17, 2013, The Supreme Court of the United States decided the matter of Missouri v. Tyler G. McNeely, (no. 11-1425) holding that a blood test without a warrant is unconstitutional and the human body’s metabolization of alcohol…

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Criminal Defense Blog

By Dichter Law Office.

http://www.dichterlawoffice.com/Criminal-Defense-Blog.aspx

Apr 26
Keep Your License and Registration Nearby When Driving

Keep Your License and Registration Nearby When Driving

It can be disorienting and frightening to be pulled over by a police officer. Drivers typically get nervous when confronted by law enforcement and may stammer or shake as their nerves get to them. That is why it is important that drivers…
Feb 27
Anti-Whaling Protesters Declared Pirate

Anti-Whaling Protesters Declared Pirate

The 9th Circuit Court of Appeals recently declared that the Sea Shepherd Conservation Society is a band of pirates. This means that the government has officially declared that this anti-whaling advocate group is illegal and that their tactics…
May 23
2nd Degree Manslaughter Charges for Marysville Cop

2nd Degree Manslaughter Charges for Marysville Cop

As a Lynnwood Criminal Defense attorney, I keep myself up to speed on all major local criminal defense related stories. And as a parent, it breaks my heart to hear about the accidental shootings of children. These two things collided in…

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Black's Law

Roy Black blogs his thoughts, tells his stories and writes his blog to help him think and work out ideas.

http://www.royblack.com/blog/

Apr 26
5-Second Probation

5-Second Probation

We were pleased to make the Southern District of Florida Blogspot today. Check out other news articles about the Mary Estelle Curran case here.
Apr 7
Samuel Leibowitz

Samuel Leibowitz

Samuel Leibowitz August 14, 1893 – January 11, 1978 While reading an article in Thursday’s New York Times (4/4/13),I flashed back forty years deep into my public defender days. Alabama lawmakers voted to issue posthumous pardons…
Feb 26
Practice: Steve Job

Practice: Steve Job

Steve Jobs by Walter Isaacson The Presentation Secrets of Steve Jobs: How to Be Insanely Great in Front of Any Audience by Carmine Gallo The cliches roll off the tongue when someone says the word “practice”: “Practice makes…

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San Jose Criminal Defense Lawyer…

San Jose Criminal Defense Lawyer Blog

Published By Erik Johnson

http://www.sanjosecriminaldefenselawyerblog.com/

Apr 23
Marijuana Possession With Intent to Distribute: Not Necessarily Deportable

Marijuana Possession With Intent to Distribute: Not Necessarily Deportable

For certain crimes a non-citizen, but legal resident, may be deported if the crime is an "aggravated felony" under 8 U.S.C. § 1227(a). In some cases the deportable defendant cannot even seek relief in the form of a formal hearing where…
Apr 19
Supreme Court Reverses Warrantless Blood Draws in DUI Arrest Case

Supreme Court Reverses Warrantless Blood Draws in DUI Arrest Case

Finally, the United States Supreme Court has ruled on an issue that has boggled the minds of criminal defense lawyers for decades: warrantless blood draws from people arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence (or DUI). See this…
Apr 5
Can I Refuse to Give Blood When Arrested for a DUI?

Can I Refuse to Give Blood When Arrested for a DUI?

Most people these days are savvy enough to know that the police cannot search a home or person or simply take evidence without a warrant, signed off my a judge or magistrate. Unfortunately, these same rules do not apply when a peace officer…

Rank this Week: 1066

South Florida Criminal Defense…

South Florida Criminal Defense Lawyer Blog

Covers Florida criminal law news concerning domestic violence, gun offenses, sex offenses and immigration status. By Ralph Behr.

http://www.southfloridacriminaldefenselawyerblog.com/

Apr 19
South Florida and the death penalty – 32 years on the death row

South Florida and the death penalty – 32 years on the death row

Florida has 406 inmates currently on death row, of which 28 have been there longer than Larry Mann. Larry Mann was sentenced to death for the kidnapping and murder of a 10-year-old girl who was riding her bike to school. The crime occurred on…
Apr 15
In South Florida and all of its…

In South Florida and all of its jurisdictions such as Miami, West Palm Beach, Fort Lauderdale, Hollywood, Pompano Beach, Aventura, Boca Raton and Coral Springs, many pretrial motions can be filed by the defense. A few of them are Motion to…
Apr 15
Defendants taking pleas in absentia

Defendants taking pleas in absentia

What happens if a defendant lives outside of the State or even the country, and would like to enter or accept a plea offer? A defendant can, if he or she wishes, enter what is called a plea in absentia. A plea in absentia is done in the form…

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DUI Defender

Features DUI news and commentary. By Kapsack & Bair LLP.

http://www.duidefender.org

Apr 17
United State Supreme Court Prohibits Forced Blood Draws Without A Warrant

United State Supreme Court Prohibits Forced Blood Draws Without A Warrant

In what is known as a plurality decision, one in which the judges agree with each other in certain parts but not others, the slim majority in Missouri v McNeely, has stated that police officers cannot take blood from a suspected DUI driver…
Feb 12
Big Win for DUI Defense at The Appellate Court

Big Win for DUI Defense at The Appellate Court

In the First Appellate District Court of California, the law firm of Kapsack & Bair won an appeal of their earlier lower-court victory over the California Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV). The Appellate Court not only agreed with the…
Sep 4
Monday Night Football at the Big “O”

Monday Night Football at the Big “O”

The Oakland Raiders will open their 2012 campaign on Monday night against the AFC West, San Diego Chargers. With parking scheduled to open 5 hours before kick-off (2:15 pm) there are sure to be plenty of fans celebrating the home opener. CHP,…

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Boston Criminal Lawyer Blog

Covers the defense of violent crimes, sex crimes, theft crimes, and firearm offenses. By Frank Fernandez.

http://www.bostoncriminallawyer-blog.com/

Apr 6
Recent Supreme Judicial Court(SJC) decisions help clarify the new law which decriminalizes possession of an ounce or less of marijuana

Recent Supreme Judicial Court(SJC) decisions help clarify the new law which decriminalizes possession of an ounce or less of marijuana

The new law which makes it legal to possess an ounce or less of marijuana for personal use has left many confused as to what is legal when it comes to possessing or using marijuana. Possession of any amount of marijuana with the intent to…
Jan 2
Boston woman arrested for armed robbery using a syringe

Boston woman arrested for armed robbery using a syringe

On December 17 female entered a secondhand clothing store and threatened the cashier with a syringe if she did not receive all the cash in the drawer. This happened at a store called second time around located on Newbury Street. On December…
Nov 26
Boston Paramedic accused of stealing painkillers and sedatives from ambulance

Boston Paramedic accused of stealing painkillers and sedatives from ambulance

A Boston paramedic has pleaded not guilty to stealing painkillers and sedatives which he allegedly took from ambulances that he worked in. Benoit was charged with 73 counts of stealing drugs in Suffolk Superior Court. It's alleged that…

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Mountain Legal Colorado Criminal…

Mountain Legal Colorado Criminal Defense

Covers criminal legal issues in the Colorado area. By Nathaniel Baca.

http://www.mtnlegal.com

Mar 27
Ending the Death Penalty in Colorado

Ending the Death Penalty in Colorado

After a valiant effort to promote human dignity and human rights in Colorado, a bill to end the death penalty co-sponsored by Claire Levy and Jovan Melton died in committee yesterday. The bill died one week after Governor Hickenlooper…
Mar 26
Illegal Drug Searches using Dog

Illegal Drug Searches using Dog

The Supreme Court recently decided two cases that have a large impact on drug searches using dogs. The cases move in opposite directions, one taking away some of the rights of a Defendant, while the other case increased the rights of a…
Mar 18
The Right to Counsel in a Criminal Case – Gideon at 50

The Right to Counsel in a Criminal Case – Gideon at 50

A client of mine recently told me that “poor people do not fall through the cracks, they are pushed through the cracks.” Looking back on the cases that I have handled and my own personal experiences, I could not agree more. Our…

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New Jersey Municipal Court Lawyer…

New Jersey Municipal Court Lawyer Blog

Covers immigration law news, cases and reports in New Jersey. By The Law Office Anthony J. Vecchio, LLC

http://www.newjerseymunicipalcourtlawyerblog.com/

Jan 31
Highlands Municipal Court Information

Highlands Municipal Court Information

Lawyer for Highlands Municipal Court If you have been issued a traffic ticket, criminal complaint/summons, or DUI in Highlands, you should consult with an experienced defense attorney right away. While motor vehicle, disorderly persons, and…
Jan 25
Old Bridge Speeding Tickets - Points Can Be Reduced

Old Bridge Speeding Tickets - Points Can Be Reduced

Lawyer for Old Bridge Traffic Tickets I have handled countless municipal court cases in Old Bridge. These have included speeding and traffic violations, drug and marijuana possession charges, and drunk driving cases ranging from first to…
Jan 1
Bergenfield Arrests & Traffic Ticket

Bergenfield Arrests & Traffic Ticket

• Lawyers for Bergenfield Drug & Traffic Tickets Common traffic tickets in Bergenfield include failure to obey traffic control device or stop signs (NJSA 39:4-81, NJSA 39:4-144), careless driving (NJSA 39:4-97), speeding (NJSA…

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Alpharetta Attorney Blog

Covers Georgia bankruptcy, personal injury, criminal defense and family law issues. By the Law Office of Daniel W. Mitnick.

http://www.alpharettaattorneyblog.com/

Jan 29
Atlanta Credit Card Debt Attorney Can Help Protect Your Reputation & Avoid Credit Repair Scam

Atlanta Credit Card Debt Attorney Can Help Protect Your Reputation & Avoid Credit Repair Scam

High Credit Card Debt Can Damage Your Reputation & Make You Susceptible to Credit Repair Scams While the economy seems to be slowly improving, many people are still struggling to catch up financially. Many individuals and families may…
Jan 23
Underage Drinking Can Have Serious Consequences Reaching Far into the Future

Underage Drinking Can Have Serious Consequences Reaching Far into the Future

An article on teenage drinking in the Barnstable-Hyannis Patch back in August, 2012 asks the question, "Would you serve a teenager alcohol or lift a glass with one?" There are many people who might answer yes. Many of us drank alcohol before…
Jan 18
Vehicle Accidents are Among the Leading Causes of Death in the United State

Vehicle Accidents are Among the Leading Causes of Death in the United State

According to the Center for Disease Control in Atlanta, motor vehicle accidents are one of the leading causes of death in the United States. The CDC tracks accident statistics and does research on its findings to try to help improve car…

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Tampa Drug Lawyer

Covers Florida criminal laws concerning drug offenses. By W. F. "Casey" Ebsary, Jr.

http://drug2go.blogspot.com/

Jan 28
Drug Smuggling Video

Drug Smuggling Video

Trafficking Smuggling, Trafficking, Smuggling, methamphetamine, Heroin, Marijuana, Cocaine Clip from Discovery Channel takes an inside look at the world of drug smuggling in Extreme Smuggling. Stop Worrying. The Call is Free, the…
Jan 23
Marijuana Legalization Roadblocked - Federal Appeals Court Court says Remains Scheduled as Dangerous Drug

Marijuana Legalization Roadblocked - Federal Appeals Court Court says Remains Scheduled as Dangerous Drug

Marijuana DEA and Legalization Marijuana Defense Attorney just read a Federal Appeals Court ruling that threw several roadblocks on the path to legalization. Marijuana continues to be scheduled as a highly dangerous drug under federal law.…
Nov 18
Pinellas DUI Checkpoint - Epic Fail

Pinellas DUI Checkpoint - Epic Fail

Pinellas DUI Checkpoint nets 1 Arrest out of almost 800 vehicles? DUI Checkpoint Results For November 16-17, 2012

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Liberty and Justice for Y'all

Covers recent developments and scholarly discussion of Texas criminal law and procedure. By B.W. Barnett.

http://justiceforyall.blogspot.com/

Jan 26
Calling it Quit

Calling it Quit

Yes, another criminal defense blog is biting the dust. As our law firm grows and the demands on our time increase, the blog continues to get moved to the back burner. I hate feeling like I have another competing priority out…
Dec 26
We Won! (Finally)

We Won! (Finally)

This blog may never get nominated for such accolades as the Annual ABA Blawg Awards or the Greenfield Blog Post of the Year, but we are winners, nonetheless. After 3 years of trying, Liberty and Justice for Y'all has been crowned champion…
Dec 7
A Couple of Troubling Case

A Couple of Troubling Case

The following cases were reported to me as "interesting cases," but I would reclassify them as "troubling" (especially the second one). We might just see these again sometime soon if the CCA decides to hear them. Duration of traffic…

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Lethal Injection

Covers lethal injection in the United States.

http://lethal-injection-florida.blogspot.com/

Jan 15
Punished beyond the penalty | SocialistWorker.org

Punished beyond the penalty | SocialistWorker.org

Punished beyond the penalty | SocialistWorker.org
Jan 15
LEGISLATION: Maryland Governor Makes Death Penalty Repeal a Priority | Death Penalty Information Center

LEGISLATION: Maryland Governor Makes Death Penalty Repeal a Priority | Death Penalty Information Center

LEGISLATION: Maryland Governor Makes Death Penalty Repeal a Priority | Death Penalty Information Center
Jan 3
Ny kamp for Nathan | ba.no

Ny kamp for Nathan | ba.no

Ny kamp for Nathan | ba.no

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Brain Injury Attorney Blog

Published by Russell Mace & Associates, P.A.

http://www.braininjuryattorneyblog.com/

Jan 3
Myrtle Beach Motorcycle Fatality

Myrtle Beach Motorcycle Fatality

Thursday night, David Walsh of Myrtle Beach decided to test drive a motorcycle at Dunes Cycles. Walsh drove the motorcycle from the parking lot of the business and crossed Highway 707. He then hit a ditch and a tree. The crash happened…
Dec 18
Remember Your Turn Signal?

Remember Your Turn Signal?

According to a recent report released from the Society of Automotive Engineers, close to half of all drivers fail to use their turn signal to change lanes or fail to actually turn the signal off if they do use it. Researchers watched 12,000…
Dec 17
Contempt of Court

Contempt of Court

In extreme situations, where a party will not comply with a court order, the Family Court has the authority to bring that party before the court on a charge of contempt. Family Court orders are just that: orders to do something. Therefore,…

Rank this Week: 1561

Beresky Law Blog

Covers Phoenix criminal law news. By Beresky & Fish, P.C.

http://www.bereskyandfish.com/blog/

Nov 26
Weekly News Roundup

Weekly News Roundup

Let’s have an update on the General Petraeus affair, shall we? People in the Rockaways area of New York City are STILL without power from Hurricane Sandy, and the problem is … electrician licensing? Wal Mart’s workers tried…
Nov 23
The End of Elmo

The End of Elmo

Kevin Clash, the voice of the beloved Sesame Street character Elmo, has resigned from that position after being accused of a sexual relationship with an underage man. The man is now 23, but alleges that Clash instigated the relationship when…
Nov 21
J.R.R. Tolkien’s Estate Sues Warner Bros.

J.R.R. Tolkien’s Estate Sues Warner Bros.

Shortly before Warner Brothers releases the newest big screen release of The Hobbit, J.R.R. Tolkien’s estate is suing them for copyright infringement and breach of contract. Stating that the original 1969 agreement did not cover certain…

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Checkpoints DUI Blog

Covers arrest procedures, DUI news and DUI questions. By Total DUI.

http://www.totaldui.com/blog

Nov 19
Atlanta News Anchor Arrested for Drunk Driving After Causing Crash

Atlanta News Anchor Arrested for Drunk Driving After Causing Crash

By John Clark A popular news anchor in Atlanta, Georgia, was pulled over for drunk driving this week after causing a frightening car accident, according to a recent report from the Atlanta Journal-Constitution. Sources say that Amanda Davis,…
Nov 12
Drunk Driver Strikes and Kills Two Homeless People in Los Angele

Drunk Driver Strikes and Kills Two Homeless People in Los Angele

By John Clark A drunk driver allegedly struck and killed two homeless people who were sleeping on a sidewalk in downtown Los Angeles, according to a report this week from the Los Angeles Times. Sources say that 19-year-old Carmen Elena…
Nov 2
Hall of Fame Baseball Player Carlton Fisk Arrested for Drunk Driving

Hall of Fame Baseball Player Carlton Fisk Arrested for Drunk Driving

By John Clark Carlton Fisk, a Hall of Fame catcher who played for both the Chicago White Sox and Boston Red Sox, was arrested for a DUI this week after he was allegedly found unconscious behind the wheel of his car, according to an ESPN…

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Puryear Law Blog

Covers criminal defense, family law, divorce, juvenile law, business law, discrimination, personal injury, and related matters in the states of Illinois and Iowa.

http://www.puryearlaw.com/blog/

Nov 11
A Self Defense Gun Case from Rock Island County, Illinoi

A Self Defense Gun Case from Rock Island County, Illinoi

Earlier this year, I had the honor of representing a woman named Judy, who used her gun to defend herself, her sister, and her sister-in-law after they were violently attacked in a parking lot in Rock Island County, Illinois. Much to her…
Feb 20
Puryear Law Android App Now Available

Puryear Law Android App Now Available

In today’s world, it is important for attorneys to be accessible to their clients. Puryear Law has led the way on that front by having a live phone receptionist available 24 hours a day to schedule appointments, provide basic office…
Feb 19
Puryear Law iPhone App Now Available

Puryear Law iPhone App Now Available

In today’s world, it is important for attorneys to be accessible to their clients. Puryear Law has led the way on that front by having a live phone receptionist available 24 hours a day to schedule appointments, provide basic office…

Rank this Week: 1105

Florida DUI News

Covers DUI news and defense strategies. By W.F. "Casey" Ebsary, Jr.

http://duifla.com/DuiLaw/

Nov 9
Florida DUI Cop Fired Then Arrested - Bogus Reports Alleged

Florida DUI Cop Fired Then Arrested - Bogus Reports Alleged

Florida DUI Cop Arrested for False ReportsFlorida DUI cop fired by the Florida Highway Patrol after videos do not match what had been written in the officer's arrest reports. Tampa DUI Defense Attorney notes that the cop was then arrested.…
Oct 19
Pinellas Clearwater DUI Sobriety Checkpoint Map 6225 Ulmerton Road Clearwater

Pinellas Clearwater DUI Sobriety Checkpoint Map 6225 Ulmerton Road Clearwater

Pinellas DUI Attorney notes a Clearwater Sobriety Checkpoint Friday, October 19, 10 p.m. to Saturday, October 20, 3 a.m., at the National Aviation Academy, 6225 Ulmerton Road in Clearwater. This is the first time we have seen this location…
Oct 1
DUI Florida Vehicle Immobilization

DUI Florida Vehicle Immobilization

Florida DUI Vehicle ImmobilizationFlorida DUI Vehicle ImmobilizationFlorida DUI law sometimes requires a vehicle immobilization. If you need to have this service as a condition of a DUI sentence of probation, this immobilization service…

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Boston DUI Lawyers Blog

Covers Criminal Law, DUI and OUI news. Published By Law Offices of Lefteris K. Travayiakis, P.C.

http://www.bostonduilawyersblog.com/

Nov 9
Wayland High School Football Coach Charged with Drunk Driving

Wayland High School Football Coach Charged with Drunk Driving

An assistant football coach at Wayland High School was arrested last weekend on Massachusetts Drunk Driving Charges following his teams victory that evening. The Wayland coach was charged with Operating Under the Influence of Alcohol at his…
Nov 6
Worcester Man Charged with Drunk Driving and Child Endangerment

Worcester Man Charged with Drunk Driving and Child Endangerment

A Worcester man was recently arrested on several Massachusetts Drunk Driving Charges following his involvement in a three-car crash. The man, who was driving his minivan with his two daughters (6 and 8 years old) on the Massachusetts…
Oct 28
Boston Police Officer Indicted for OUI / DUI Causing Serious Injury

Boston Police Officer Indicted for OUI / DUI Causing Serious Injury

Boston Police Officer Richard Jeanetti, 36, has been indicted by a Suffolk County Grand Jury on Massachusetts Drunk Driving Charges from the May 24 Hyde Park crash that resulted in serious injury to a woman. The Boston officer has been…

Rank this Week: 1565

Nashville Criminal Lawyer Blog

Covers DUI, drug offenses, and weapons offenses. By Russell F. Thomas.

http://www.nashvillecriminallawyerblog.com/

Nov 8
A Great Source for Free CLE Online: LexVid

A Great Source for Free CLE Online: LexVid

Around November, I always start worrying about whether I’ve met my CLE requirements for the year, but it is always so difficult to find the time in my schedule to be away from the office for a day or even half day. I came across the LexVid…
Oct 26
How Much Will a DUI Cost?

How Much Will a DUI Cost?

DUIs are expensive and usually involve paying fees to many different entities. The following is a brief description of different types of fees that one might expect to pay as a result of a DUI case in Tennessee. Most of these are mandated by…
Sep 11
Tennessee Expungement Law Overview

Tennessee Expungement Law Overview

Can I get my criminal record expunged? This is one of the most common questions I am asked as a criminal defense lawyer. The answer, however, is not always clear. In this blog post I will give a quick overview of the types of cases that can…

Rank this Week: 1145

A Public Defender

Covers federal and Connecticut criminal laws, constitutional rights, euthanasian, abortion, Megan's Law and the death penalty.

http://publicdefender.typepad.com/public_defender_blog/

Oct 24
A ray of sunlight in East Haven

A ray of sunlight in East Haven

the land of steady racism
Oct 24
The Right to Counsel of Choice

The Right to Counsel of Choice

Connecticut adopted the public defender system in 1917. Public Acts 1917, c. 225. Under this act, the judges of the Superior Court annually appointed a member of the bar who had practiced at least five years to represent persons accused of…
Oct 19
The torture of isolation

The torture of isolation

The more one is utterly alone, the more the mind comes to reflect the cell; it becomes blank static… Solitary confinement is not some sort of cathartic horror of blazing nerves and searing skin and heads smashing blindly into walls and…

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Michigan Drunk Driving Attorney…

Michigan Drunk Driving Attorney Blog

By Kronzek & Cronkright, PLLC.

http://www.michiganouidefense.com/blog/

Aug 27
Lansing, Michigan Drunk Driving Defense Attorney Interview – Part One

Lansing, Michigan Drunk Driving Defense Attorney Interview – Part One

Part one of a two part interview with our very own Attorney John English. Mr. English has been defending clients throughout the Lansing area against wrongful DUI and OUI arrests for years, and can be seen sharing some insights into this…
May 22
The Importance of Jury Selection In a drunk driving or operating while intoxicated (OWI) Trial

The Importance of Jury Selection In a drunk driving or operating while intoxicated (OWI) Trial

The selection of the jurors who will consider the evidence and vote on the defendant’s guilt in a Michigan drunk driving or drugged driving case is a critical component of an effective DUI trial strategy.
Mar 30
Michigan DUI Lawyer – Michigan Court of Appeals Further Defines “Operating” for Purposes of Drunk Driving Charge

Michigan DUI Lawyer – Michigan Court of Appeals Further Defines “Operating” for Purposes of Drunk Driving Charge

Though we often refer to drunk driving as DUI or OWI, the truth is that in Michigan, drunk driving is actually called Operating While Intoxicated (OWI).

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Extradition and Cross Border…

Extradition and Cross Border Criminal Defense News

Covers extradition and foreign evidence cases for criminal defense attorneys. By Linda Friedman Ramirez.

http://obtainingforeignevidence.blogspot.com/

Aug 18
Linda Ramirez's Feathered Serpent Gallery

Linda Ramirez's Feathered Serpent Gallery

Linda Friedman Ramirez has opened the Feathered Serpent Gallery, which features the works of artists and artisans from the US and Latin America. The Gallery is located in the heart of the art district of St Petersburg Florida. For…
Aug 17
Cultural Issues in Criminal Defense, Bible for Representing Immigrants and Foreign National

Cultural Issues in Criminal Defense, Bible for Representing Immigrants and Foreign National

There has been a dramatic increase in the number of immigrants and foreign nationals prosecuted in US Courts.
Aug 10
Going, Going...........................

Going, Going...........................

This blog will be deleted August 12, 2012 or any time thereafter without further notice. For additional information you can contact me directly at lindafriedmanramirez@gmail.com

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This blog covers legal topics such as commentary and opinion, criminal law and justice, information technology, library organization and planning, news from organizations, publication announcement and reviews. By New York Law Librarian, David Badertscher

http://www.criminallawlibraryblog.com/

Aug 12
State Advocacy Strategies: The New York Story

State Advocacy Strategies: The New York Story

Included below are my introductory remarks delivered at the Annual Meeting of the American Association of Law Libraries on July 23, 2012 as part Program E-1 State Advocacy Strategies: Learning to Connect, Grow and Survive. The material below…
Mar 26
The Jury Expert Has a New Look

The Jury Expert Has a New Look

The people at The Jury Expert are excited about moving to a new platrorm, Wordpress, where they can incorporate a new look and possibly some new features as well. Below is their e-mail announcing the change and providing links so you can see…
Mar 26
Findlaw Case Summaries: Criminal Law and Procedure March 21-25, 2011

Findlaw Case Summaries: Criminal Law and Procedure March 21-25, 2011

To view the full-text of cases you must sign in to FindLaw.com. All summaries are produced by Findlaw March 21-25, 2011.

Rank this Week: 1494

Grotian Moment: The International…

Grotian Moment: The International War Crimes Trial Blog

Case Western University Law School's blawg on international war crimes trials.

http://law.case.edu/saddamtrial/

Jul 29
Human Rights Watch Report Assessing the Taylor Trial

Human Rights Watch Report Assessing the Taylor Trial

Human Rights Watch recently released a report entitled "Even a 'Big Man' Must Face Justice": Lessons from the Trial of Charles Taylor. A copy of that report is available here: HRW Report on Taylor Trial. Below is the announcement from Human…
Jul 28
The Law's Long Arm and the Mighty Pen: Justice for Ratko Mladic

The Law's Long Arm and the Mighty Pen: Justice for Ratko Mladic

A former war crimes prosecution attorney and PILPG advisory board member reflects on the arrest of Ratko Mladic, alleged mastermind of the Srebrenica genocide. It is not often when one man is able to unite officials on both sides of the…
Feb 15
Piracy Prosecutions in the Seychelle

Piracy Prosecutions in the Seychelle

By Cameron MacLeod Since early 2010, the Seychelles has become the hub for prosecution of Somali pirates in the Indian Ocean. The Seychelles recently enacted a statute giving its courts universal jurisdiction to prosecute pirates brought to…

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Crime & Federalism

Covers civil rights, criminal law, federalism, and Section 1983. By Norman Pattis and Michael Cernovich.

http://www.crimeandfederalism.com/

Jun 20
The Great Courses Meets Trial Law

The Great Courses Meets Trial Law

Trails of Evidence: How Forensic Sciene Works. Thirty-six, thirty-minute lectures covering such fascinating subjects as:
Jun 14
Revenge Feels Good

Revenge Feels Good

Anyone who tells you that revenge should not be taken is a pussy who lacks the ability to take revenge. Once as a kid I made the mistake of going to my hometown carnival. Because I didn't have any friends, I went alone. I probably wanted to…
Jun 13
No One Sees the Struggle

No One Sees the Struggle

A lot of people have a problem with what I write because they only see who I am - or, as it would be far better to say, who I've become. Look, I'm not even going to lie. I'm a good looking guy with a nice body and a lot of swagger. I am…

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Rizio and Nelson California Law…

Rizio and Nelson California Law Blog

Law Info, Updates, and Interesting Articles from Southern California Attorneys

http://www.rizioandnelson.com/blog

May 19
Child Death

Child Death

FACTS & ALLEGATIONS Plaintiff’s child (age 4) was in a car that was rear-ended by a truck driven course and scope of employment for. An automobile accident occurred at an intersection resulting in the death of the child. The father sued for…
May 18
Slip and Fall Accident

Slip and Fall Accident

Unfortunately too many businesses and stores don’t always realize when there is a problem that contributes to a wet surface in their facility. Many times these facilities have highly waxed floors that do not readily show wet spots and as a…
May 17
Playgrounds are not always safe

Playgrounds are not always safe

Spring and Summer time are wonderful times to be a child! Playgrounds offer a variety of equipment for children to spend their time playing, jumping, running and climbing. Too often however, playgrounds are not really safe for children and…

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Arbitrary and Capricious

Covers criminal law.

http://skellywright.blogspot.com/

Feb 15
Public Defender - What People Think I Do

Public Defender - What People Think I Do
Jul 31
Hiatu

Hiatu

The blog is five years old now. It's had a few good years, and a few years of gentle steady decline.
Jul 28
"From Time Out to Hard Time"

"From Time Out to Hard Time"

From the New York Times:12 and in Prison

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Asia Death Penalty

Provides information about the death penalty in Asia.

http://asiadeathpenalty.blogspot.com/

Feb 14
Historical interest

Historical interest

I created the Asia Death Penalty blog in 2006 and actively posted on the site until late 2010. Throughout 2011, I did not have time to maintain posting, and this won't change in the forseeable future.However I am leaving the blog online for…
Jun 19
Glimpse of Chan family pain

Glimpse of Chan family pain

Chan family appeal for Indonesian clemency19 June 2011AAP on The Sydney Morning HeraldThe brother of Bali Nine ringleader Andrew Chan has appealed to the Indonesian president to give him "a second chance at life".
Jun 19
Australian PM backs Chan clemency

Australian PM backs Chan clemency

Gillard against Chan death penaltyBy Petrina Berry18 June 2011AAP on The Brisbane TimesPrime Minister Julia Gillard hasn't ruled out appealing to Indonesia's president personally to have the death penalty against convicted Bali Nine…

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Michigan Criminal Appeals

Covers criminal appellate law. By Stuart G. Friedman.

http://www.crimapp.com/index.php

Aug 24
Court of Appeals Invalidates Patient-to-Patient Sales Under Medical Marijuana Act

Court of Appeals Invalidates Patient-to-Patient Sales Under Medical Marijuana Act

Narrowly construing Michigan’s Medical Marijuana Act, the Court of Appeals just ruled that patient-to-patient transfers are not permitted.
Aug 23
Sex Offenders: The Last Pariah'

Sex Offenders: The Last Pariah'

The blog Congress, Courts, and Sex Offenders has an interesting editorial making the case that society’s current obsession with sex offenders is misplaced and that they have become the last pariahs.
Aug 23
California Legislature Requires Warrant for Cell Phone Searche

California Legislature Requires Warrant for Cell Phone Searche

Overturning a California Supreme Court decision to the contrary, the California Legislature has required police to get warrants supported by probable cause to search people’s cell phones. During an automobile stop, police can easily search…

Rank this Week: 1507

Capital Defense Weekly

Covers news and case law for those interested in capital litigation. By Karl Keys.

http://www.capitaldefenseweekly.com

Jul 26
Closing down

Closing down

As previously noted we are closing down. Starting Labour Day weekend this site will automatically redirect to an archive of the website. In response to several emails asking to take over Weekly, I’m not sure yet of the final direction…
Jul 21
Where next?

Where next?

As announced in the last edition, the weekly email edition is done. The archives will be stored in a new site with a “resurrection” of a project abandoned years ago, the “Toolbox,” which is a collection of guides and source…
Jul 11
first edition of July

first edition of July

From this week’s intro:

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This is Criminal Justice?

Covers Arizona criminal law and justice. By Howard Snader.

http://azcriminaldefenselawyerblog.com/

Apr 6
What are Your Miranda Rights?

What are Your Miranda Rights?

Most people are familiar with the concept of the police having to read someone their rights due to the popularity of crime TV shows and movies. Unfortunately, that is not always the case. The real issue is whether any statement made is…
Apr 5
How to Assert Your Right to Remain Silent

How to Assert Your Right to Remain Silent

If you are arrested or subject to custodial interogation, you are entitled to certain rights that were given to you by the U.S. Supreme Court in Miranda v. Arizona. The police should “read you your rights”, or what is also known as…
Apr 4
Can You Refuse a Search of Your Car by Police?

Can You Refuse a Search of Your Car by Police?

Many people who are pulled over by the police for a traffic violation or any other reason wonder if they are allowed to refuse a police officer’s request to conduct a search of their person and their vehicle.

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Minneapolis Criminal Law News

Covers Minnesota criminal law topics. By Thomas Gallagher.

http://minneapoliscriminallawyer.liberty-lawyer.com

Jan 9
Thomas Gallagher Elected President of the Minnesota Society for Criminal Justice.

Thomas Gallagher Elected President of the Minnesota Society for Criminal Justice.

Thomas Gallagher was elected President of the Minnesota Society for Criminal Justice by a unanimous vote of its members on January 8, 2011. The Minnesota Society for Criminal Justice (MSCJ) is the oldest association of criminal defense…
Jun 25
Countermeasures at a DWI Stop: the Party Question

Countermeasures at a DWI Stop: the Party Question

Is it a crime to drink and drive? Of course it is not. But there are people out there – like MADD people – who appear hellbent upon changing the laws to bring back the Alcohol Prohibition, one step at a time.
May 31
Prostitution and Minnesota Law

Prostitution and Minnesota Law

How can we best understand prostitution? It involves two important aspects of human existence: sexuality and money. Given the controversy each of these inspire, can it be any surprise that prostitution has been controversial as well? …

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Sex Crimes

Devoted to the criminal laws regulating and punishing sex offenders. By Corey Rayburn Yung.

http://sexcrimes.typepad.com/sex_crimes/

Aug 30
NY Times Series on Civil Commitment and Sex Offender

NY Times Series on Civil Commitment and Sex Offender

Although several years old, I recently stumbled across this multimedia New York Times series discussing sex offenders and civil commitment. The articles are available in three parts: part 1 | part 2 | part 3. The multimedia feature can be…
Aug 30
DOJ Issues Report on Prison Rape

DOJ Issues Report on Prison Rape

As required by the Prison Rape Elimination Act of 2003, the Department of Justice released an interesting report entitled: Sexual Victimization in Prisons and Jails Reported by Inmates, 2008-2009.
Jun 1
Carr v. United States - Initial Thought

Carr v. United States - Initial Thought

In a bit of a surprise, Carr won on a 6-3 vote. Although, as I thought, the likely way Carr would be victorious would be on the statutory interpretation issue and not the Ex Post Facto Clause claim. The outcome will have an effect on very…

Rank this Week: 1439

Jailhouselawyer's Blog

Covers prisoners' rights and criminal justice in the United Kingdom. By former prisoner John Hirst Hull.

http://prisonersvoice.blogspot.com/

Jul 2
Call For Support

Call For Support

Thursday, July 1, 2010Call For SupportThe Association of Prisoners is this generation’s attempt to give prisoners the voice we have long attempted to have heard.Many other groups and organisations exist which play a role in attempting to…
Jul 1
Association of Prisoners - National Campaign Launch

Association of Prisoners - National Campaign Launch

Association of Prisoners - National Campaign LaunchBy Ben GunnWednesday, June 30, 2010We all know that dealing with PSHQ is task for the unwitting and dim-witted. They are a slippery bunch at the best of times. But PSHQ has been causing the…
Feb 21
Government in U Turn on prisoners’ vote

Government in U Turn on prisoners’ vote

Association of PrisonersContact: John Hirst FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASETel: (01482) 341281 or 07766964583Email: john.hirst@myhaven.karoo.co.ukGovernment in U Turn on prisoners’ votesJack Straw…

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Texas Court of Criminal Appeals…

Texas Court of Criminal Appeals blog

Covers the court of last resort on Texas criminal matters. By R. J. MacReady.

http://www.txccablog.com/

Jun 2
Today's Opinions (or lack thereof) - 6/2/10

Today's Opinions (or lack thereof) - 6/2/10

The CCA handed down a number of orders denying habeas corpus relief and a few unpublished opinions. Still no Dobbs.
May 26
Fist Full of Meyers - Today's Opinions - 5/26/10

Fist Full of Meyers - Today's Opinions - 5/26/10

The CCA handed down orders and opinions in a number of cases. They handed down published opinions, featuring Judge Meyers prominently, in the following cases:
May 26
Case Summary - Douglas Michael Hubert v. State

Case Summary - Douglas Michael Hubert v. State

Douglas Hubert was on parole and living with his grandfather when his grandfather called Hubert's parole officer to report that Hubert had violated numerous conditions of his parole, including possessing a firearm. Hubert's parole officer…

Rank this Week: 1278

Practical Law

A Utah criminal defense attorney's take on criminal, constitutional, and Utah law. By Kelly Ann Booth.

http://www.boothlegal.com/blog

Mar 4
Negotiating plea bargains.

Negotiating plea bargains.

From the blog Barking up the wrong tree:
Mar 1
An Oregon man exercises his free speech rights…

An Oregon man exercises his free speech rights…

By giving cops the one fingered salute. Copyright © 2010 This feed is for personal, non-commercial use only. The use of this feed on other websites is contingent on a "follow" link back to boothlegal.com. If this link is disabled or…
Mar 1
If you can afford it, you have to hire an attorney.

If you can afford it, you have to hire an attorney.

That’s what the Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals held in United States v. Wilson: “[T]he court learned that Wilson had been staying at the “historic Brown hotel” in downtown Louisville throughout the trial, at a cost of roughly $10,000,…

Rank this Week: 1497

Harmful Error

Discusses the Nevada Supreme Court and criminal law in Nevada. By JoNell Thomas.

http://www.harmfulerror.com/

Oct 8
District court judge debate videos available

District court judge debate videos available

Fact to Face with Jon Ralston has posted videos of district court judge candidate debates:
Oct 8
Oral argument mp3's available

Oral argument mp3's available

The Nevada Supreme Court has made available oral argument recordings for arguments heard on October 6: Sheriff v. Bucham Landreth v. Malik In re: William M. and Marques B.
Oct 8
Oral Argument Calendar: Wed. Oct. 15

Oral Argument Calendar: Wed. Oct. 15

The Nevada Supreme Court has posted its oral argument calendar for Wednesday October 15th, 2008: 10:00 AM -- D'NAL2 VS. HARBORS, LLC (48519)

Rank this Week: 1416

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 24
The Problems With Recent NTSB Proposal Lowering Legal Blood Alcohol

The Problems With Recent NTSB Proposal Lowering Legal Blood Alcohol

Recently the National Transportation Safety Board came out with a proposal that set the country buzzing. The agency issued a press release saying that it believed all 50 states should come together and lower the legal blood alcohol limit from…
May 22
Texas Court of Appeals Considers Breath Mint as Evidence of Drunk Driving

Texas Court of Appeals Considers Breath Mint as Evidence of Drunk Driving

It seems a Texas court of appeals has recently ruled that a driver taking a breath mint may be considered as sufficient additional evidence for a drunk driving arrest, even if the officer admits that there was insufficient evidence before…
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…

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Kans Law Firm

Covers Minnesota criminal law.

http://www.kanslaw.com/blog

May 24
The Problems With Recent NTSB Proposal Lowering Legal Blood Alcohol

The Problems With Recent NTSB Proposal Lowering Legal Blood Alcohol

Recently the National Transportation Safety Board came out with a proposal that set the country buzzing. The agency issued a press release saying that it believed all 50 states should come together and lower the legal blood alcohol limit from…
May 22
Texas Court of Appeals Considers Breath Mint as Evidence of Drunk Driving

Texas Court of Appeals Considers Breath Mint as Evidence of Drunk Driving

It seems a Texas court of appeals has recently ruled that a driver taking a breath mint may be considered as sufficient additional evidence for a drunk driving arrest, even if the officer admits that there was insufficient evidence before…
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…

Rank this Week: 4901

Jacksonville Criminal Defense…

Jacksonville Criminal Defense Attorney Blog

Covers Jacksonville criminal law and criminal defense issues. By The Mussallem Law Firm, P.A.

http://www.jacksonvillecriminaldefenseattorney-blog.com/

May 24
Mentally ill St. Johns County woman, 98, to be moved from jail to mental health facility

Mentally ill St. Johns County woman, 98, to be moved from jail to mental health facility

A fourth psychological exam has cleared the way for a 98-year-old St. Johns County woman to be moved from the jail to the Florida State Hospital. The fate of Amanda Stevenson had been in question for close to two years since she was arrested…
May 22
Convicted murderer gets life in prison, Jacksonville prosecutors say they'll try again for death sentence

Convicted murderer gets life in prison, Jacksonville prosecutors say they'll try again for death sentence

A Jacksonville man facing murder charges in three different cases has been found guilty of the first two and last week received his second life sentence when a judge opted against the death penalty. But that doesn't appear to be stopping the…
May 20
Jacksonville youth pastor pleads guilty to Jacksonville sex charge

Jacksonville youth pastor pleads guilty to Jacksonville sex charge

A Jacksonville youth pastor has entered guilty pleas to three counts of charges related to accusations that he had sex with a 15-year-old girl from his church. David Lawson pleaded guilty last week to three counts of lewd and lascivious…

Rank this Week: 5199

Marin DUI Lawyer Blog

Covers DUI and traffic ticket defense. By Law Office of John Stanko.

http://www.marinduilawyerblog.com/

May 24
Marin County DUI checkpoints and patrols ramped up for Memorial Day

Marin County DUI checkpoints and patrols ramped up for Memorial Day

The Marin County multi agency DUI task force will be conducting increased drunk driving enforcement patrols this holiday weekend. The task force, funded by the California Office of Traffic Safety, will begin its holiday anti-drunk driving…
May 3
Marin County DUI Cops out for Cinco de Mayo Weekend

Marin County DUI Cops out for Cinco de Mayo Weekend

The Marin County Avoid the 13 has County wide drunk driving saturation patrols planned for this weekend. Drivers planning on celebrating Cinco de Mayo by drinking margaritas, tequila, or cerveza should also plan on having a designated driver.…
Apr 29
Marin County 3rd Offense DUI dismissed

Marin County 3rd Offense DUI dismissed

A Petaluma man arrested in September 2012 for DUI has his case dismissed after his attorney, John Stanko, convinces the District Attorney that their evidence was insufficient to support a conviction beyond a reasonable doubt. The driver was…

Rank this Week: 4830

Law Blog of William L. Pfeifer,…

Law Blog of William L. Pfeifer, Jr.

Covers Alabama family and criminal law topics.

http://williampfeifer.com

May 24
Appellate Lawyer Website Plagiary – Hire the Original Rather than the Imitation

Appellate Lawyer Website Plagiary – Hire the Original Rather than the Imitation

Appellate lawyer website plagiary – sometimes it is done by lawyers and sometimes it is done by website designers working for lawyers. Either way, those who do it demonstrate both a lack of originality as well as a lack of ethics. It…
Mar 27
Alabama Appeals Issues – Ruling on Motions for Mistrials in Criminal Case

Alabama Appeals Issues – Ruling on Motions for Mistrials in Criminal Case

A somewhat common issue in Alabama appeals of criminal cases is whether the trial judge should have granted or denied a mistrial. When a criminal defendant moves for a mistrial, he or she is asking the judge to declare the trial so flawed…
Mar 27
Alabama Legal Forms Available Online in Word or Wordperfect Format

Alabama Legal Forms Available Online in Word or Wordperfect Format

Although we have a focus on appellate law, we still get frequent client inquiries about preparing various Alabama legal forms. While this was a part of our law practice in the past and we do have a large library of legal forms available,…

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