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Alabama Criminal Lawyer Blog

Published By Christopher E. Allen, Attorney At Law

http://www.alabamacriminallawyerblog.com/

Jul 7
DUI Victims Are Not Always Stranger

DUI Victims Are Not Always Stranger

Summer brings with it many opportunities for friends and family to get together for cookouts, concerts, and other festivities. Like it or not, many of these events include alcohol. Because drinking often causes people to make bad choices,…
Jan 24
Alabama Diabetic DUI Charge

Alabama Diabetic DUI Charge

One situation that has been coming up with increasing frequency in my DUI practice has been when diabetic individuals are charged with DUI. It has been extremely surprising to me that officers involved in these cases have not been trained to…
Aug 4
DUI Entrapment Claim by Man During Custody Battle

DUI Entrapment Claim by Man During Custody Battle

This story is a perfect example of why I choose to practice in the areas of Criminal Law and Family Law in Alabama. Sometimes the lines between these practice areas are so blurry that it is difficult to see where one ends and the other…

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New Jersey DWI Defense Lawyer Blog

Covers DUIs, field sobriety tests and interlock devices. By Villani & DeLuca P.C.

http://www.newjerseydwidefenselawyerblog.com/

Jun 26
Monmouth County DUI Laywer

Monmouth County DUI Laywer

Monmouth County DUI Laywer
Jun 22
Drunk Driving in Manasquan

Drunk Driving in Manasquan

Drunk Driving In Manasquan Manasquan is notoriously known for its bar and beach scene. Tens of thousands of visitors come to Manasquan in Monmouth County, New Jersey each year to relax and visit Manasquan's many bars such as Leggett's, The…
Jun 21
What is Proof Beyond a Reasonable Doubt in New Jersey

What is Proof Beyond a Reasonable Doubt in New Jersey

What is Proof Beyond a Reasonable Doubt in New Jersey?

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Los Angeles Criminal Defense…

Los Angeles Criminal Defense Lawyer Blog

Covers Los Angeles criminal laws, news, and cases. By Rodriguez, Lewis & Kahn.

http://www.lacriminaldefenseblog.com/

May 24
Los Angeles Rape Defense: Not Guilty By Reason of Unconsciousne

Los Angeles Rape Defense: Not Guilty By Reason of Unconsciousne

A former detective is formulating an interesting Los Angeles rape defense, in a situation where he is accused of kidnapping and raping a woman in 2010.
May 15
Los Angeles Criminal Defense: Family and Law Enforcement Pressure

Los Angeles Criminal Defense: Family and Law Enforcement Pressure

Los Angeles criminal defense attorneys know that law enforcement officers use a variety of tactics to pressure or coerce people into providing them with information.
May 10
Los Angeles Sex Offenders Can't be Punished by Employers' Lack of Due Diligence

Los Angeles Sex Offenders Can't be Punished by Employers' Lack of Due Diligence

Criminal charges against a Los Angeles sex offender have been dropped, after a judge found that it was not his fault that his employers did not conduct a thorough background check.

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New York Federal Criminal Practice

Covers court decisions, news and developments affecting federal criminal practice in New York. By JaneAnne Murray.

http://www.nyfederalcriminalpractice.com/

Jan 21
Second Circuit Issues Notable Decisions Applying Rule of Lenity

Second Circuit Issues Notable Decisions Applying Rule of Lenity

The New York State Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers recently published its winter edition of Atticus, showcasing the two impressive honorees at the upcoming annual dinner of the NYSACDL Foundation, Chief Judge Jonathan Lippman and…
Jul 17
Second Circuit Issues Notable Rulings on Prior Bad Acts and Knowledge in Conspiracy Case

Second Circuit Issues Notable Rulings on Prior Bad Acts and Knowledge in Conspiracy Case

The NYSACDL has published its latest edition of Atticus, downloadable here, featuring this author's column "Second Thoughts." This quarter, I consider the Court's decisions in Curley (admissibility of prior-act evidence involving the…
Mar 14
Second Circuit Issues Notable Rulings on Two-Step Miranda Procedure, Factual Underpinnings of Sentencing and IAC Prior to Sentencing

Second Circuit Issues Notable Rulings on Two-Step Miranda Procedure, Factual Underpinnings of Sentencing and IAC Prior to Sentencing

The NYSACDL has published its latest edition of Atticus, focusing on the organization’s often unsung and unknown efforts to influence the legislative process. It includes my article addressing three recent Second Circuit decisions,…

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Michael Sweig

Covers criminal justice reform.

http://www.bestthinking.com/thinkers/society_and_humanities/nonprofit_organizations/advocacy/michael-sweig

Dec 12
Changing the Rhetoric of Felony: The...

Changing the Rhetoric of Felony: The...

Changing the rhetoric of felony is my work and passion. Sometimes what I read and hear angers me. Today, I am outraged at the scurrilous lack of critical thinking displayed by two types of crucial community stakeholders who should know…
Dec 12
Changing the Rhetoric of Felony: The...

Changing the Rhetoric of Felony: The...

Changing the rhetoric of felony is my work and passion. Sometimes what I read and hear angers me. Today, I am outraged at the scurrilous lack of critical thinking displayed by two types of crucial community stakeholders who should know…
Dec 8
Blago's Worst Crime was Not Against "The People"

Blago's Worst Crime was Not Against "The People"

Since a lawbreaker with or without young kids cannot undo the crime and those with kids remain a parent, the best thing to do when a lawbreaker has children is throw in the towel immediately.The worst part of ex-Illinois Governor Rod…

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Features discussions on clinical education, justice and legal reform by Northwestern University School of Law Professor Steven Drizin, Clinical Professor Karen L. Daniel, and legal journalist Rob Warden

http://blog.law.northwestern.edu/bluhm/

Nov 11
ENOUGH 2!

ENOUGH 2!

ADDENDUM: On November 16, Cook County Circuit Court Chief Judge Paul Biebel granted the motion to vacate of all four defendants in the Englewood case: Vincent Thames, Terrill Swift, Michael Saunders, and Harold Richardson. The Charles…
Jun 25
Ms. Right (Ann Coulter) is So Wrong About the Central Park Jogger Case

Ms. Right (Ann Coulter) is So Wrong About the Central Park Jogger Case

In her new book, Demonic: How the Liberal Mob is Endangering America, Ann Coulter riffs on the Central Park Jogger case and uses the case as a prime example of how liberals, especially those "Innocence Project defense style lawyers" undermine…
Feb 7
Advance Preview: Definitive Book on Central Park Jogger Case Destined to be a Classic

Advance Preview: Definitive Book on Central Park Jogger Case Destined to be a Classic

Sarah Burns

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Abolish the Death Penalty

Covers capital punishment.

http://deathpenaltyusa.blogspot.com/

Apr 15
Abolish the Death Penalty: Marie Deans - RIP

Abolish the Death Penalty: Marie Deans - RIP

Abolish the Death Penalty: Marie Deans - RIP
Apr 15
Marie Deans - RIP

Marie Deans - RIP

“As we were about to finish the class this young girl raised her hand and said, ‘You have changed by mind. You have got to get around everywhere, you have got to give everybody this message.’ This is our First, Big, Public...: Here…
Oct 9
World Day Against the Death Penalty

World Day Against the Death Penalty

"Shouting from the Rooftops" on World Day Against the Death Penalty October 8, 2009October 10th marks the sixth anniversary of World Day Against the Death Penalty, an event begun by the World Coalition Against the Death Penalty to urge…

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InternetDrugLaw.com

Features a defense attorney perspective on internet pharmacy, prescription, and drug laws. By Donald Cooley.

http://internetdruglaw.com

Nov 1
Doctor Pleads Guilty to Online Pharmacy Law Violation

Doctor Pleads Guilty to Online Pharmacy Law Violation

On October 20, 2010, Dr. Enrique Rivera Mass pled guilty in the U.S. District Court of North Dakota
Oct 11
Google Lawsuit Against Online Pharmacy Adwords Advertisers In Depth

Google Lawsuit Against Online Pharmacy Adwords Advertisers In Depth

Yesterday, I wrote about the recent lawsuit filed by Google against certain internet pharmacy advertisers.
Oct 11
Internet Pharmacy Doctor Licensing Issue

Internet Pharmacy Doctor Licensing Issue

The St. Petersburg Times recently published an article noting that a number of doctors who, in the past, were allegedly associated with Florida based internet pharmacy operations still (or at least currently) possess medical licenses in the…

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Long Island Criminal Trial Law

Offers ideas and updates on law, procedure, and tactics to aid trial lawyers (and others) involved with allegations of wrongdoing. By Anthony Colleluori.

http://colleluorilaw.blogspot.com/

Jul 11
Two (Ethics Related) Articles Worth Looking At

Two (Ethics Related) Articles Worth Looking At

I was touring the Internet and saw a couple of interesting Ethics articles that I thought ought to be brought to the attention of all criminal defense lawyers. I know you all find them boring. Well these aren't and either way it is good for…
Nov 28
A Primer on Mortgage Fraud Prosecutions and Why Every Homeowner and Mortagage Salesman Ought to See a Criminal Attorney Right Away.

A Primer on Mortgage Fraud Prosecutions and Why Every Homeowner and Mortagage Salesman Ought to See a Criminal Attorney Right Away.

I wrote this about a year and a half ago. I was right on the money. I published it on That Lawyer Dude blog, but I am putting it up again with a few "Fixes" that do not change the prediction but do help make the post a little clearer.
Jan 19
White Collar Crime and the Solo/Small Firm Practioner: Why Going "Small Law" Makes Sense

White Collar Crime and the Solo/Small Firm Practioner: Why Going "Small Law" Makes Sense

If history is to be believed, Dreier and Madoff is the tip of the iceberg in the prosecution of White Collar crimes. If the Junk bond debacle is any indicator of what is to come, a lot of people are about to be investigated and indicted. Many…

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New York Criminal Lawyers Blog

Covers New York criminal law. By Law Offices of Michael H. Joseph, PLLC.

http://www.new-york-criminal-lawyers-blog.com/

Jan 2
Bail In Yonkers Criminal Court on Felony Case

Bail In Yonkers Criminal Court on Felony Case

As a Westchester criminal defense lawyer who handles yonkers criminal cases, I have noticed that some of the local Westchester criminal courts, especially Yonkers have been refusing to set bail on felony cases.
Dec 22
New York Criminal Defendants' Right to Release On Own Recognizance (ROR) In Misdemeanors Charge

New York Criminal Defendants' Right to Release On Own Recognizance (ROR) In Misdemeanors Charge

All New York criminal lawyers must be thoroughly familiar with the New York Criminal Procedural Law provisions concerning when a defendant facing New York criminal charges may be released after bail has been set.
Dec 21
New York CPL 30.30 and Witness Unavailability Exception to Six Month Indictment Time Limit

New York CPL 30.30 and Witness Unavailability Exception to Six Month Indictment Time Limit

For New York Criminal Defense Lawyers, insistence on speedy trial rights are a powerful defense strategy for weeding out baseless claims. If witnesses are shaky, they often will not appear for the grand jury which prevents the People from…

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Advocate's Almanac

Focuses on criminal law and evidentiary issues. By Rubin Sinins.

http://advocatesalmanac.blogspot.com/

Aug 1
N.J. Supreme Court Rejects Defendant's Alleged Right to Perjury for Lesser Plea

N.J. Supreme Court Rejects Defendant's Alleged Right to Perjury for Lesser Plea

In State v. Taccetta, the N.J. Supreme Court rejected a defendant's post-conviction relief claim of ineffective assistance of counsel. The decision may be found here. Defendant, an alleged member of an organized crime family, faced murder…
Jul 21
N.J. Supreme Court Reaffirms Particularity Requirement for Warrant

N.J. Supreme Court Reaffirms Particularity Requirement for Warrant

Today the N.J. Supreme Court reaffirmed the principle that warrants must state the place to be searched with particularity. The Court also reaffirmed the concept that the Court cannot delegate to the police the detached, neutral assessment…
Jul 14
N.J. Supreme Court Rejects Missing Witness Jury Charge Against Criminal Defendant

N.J. Supreme Court Rejects Missing Witness Jury Charge Against Criminal Defendant

For years, the decision in State v. Clawans permitted judges, in appropriate circumstances, to charge juries that a party's failure to call a witness who naturally would have been called may give rise to an inference that the witness's…

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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…

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Edmund R. Folsom Law Blog

Covers Maine criminal law issues.

http://edfolsomlaw.com/the-law-blog

May 17
SENTENCING PROPORTIONALITY IN MAINE AND STATE V. STANISLAW II

SENTENCING PROPORTIONALITY IN MAINE AND STATE V. STANISLAW II

Sentencing Proportionality in Maine and State v. Stanislaw II In State v. Stanislaw, 2013 ME 43 (Stanislaw II), Maine’s Law Court fleshed out the details of a “proportionality” requirement for sentences imposed…
May 16
NTSB RECOMMENDS PER SE ALCOHOL LEVEL OF .05% OR LESS

NTSB RECOMMENDS PER SE ALCOHOL LEVEL OF .05% OR LESS

NTSB recommends per se alcohol level of .05% or less. On May 14, 2013, the National Transportation Safety Board issued a report titled “Reaching Zero: Actions to Eliminate Alcohol-Impaired Driving.” …
May 14
THE CRIME OF ASSAULT, IN MAINE.

THE CRIME OF ASSAULT, IN MAINE.

The crime of assault, in Maine, is defined as intentionally, knowingly or recklessly causing offensive physical contact or bodily injury to another person. Assault is a Class D crime, punishable by up to 364 days in jail and up to…

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Tampa DUI Lawyer Blog

Covers DUI offenses in Tampa, Florida. By Law Offices of Whittel & Melton, LLC.

http://www.tampa-dui-lawyer-blog.com/

May 16
Florida DUI Attorney :: NTSB Proposes Tougher BAC Law

Florida DUI Attorney :: NTSB Proposes Tougher BAC Law

The top U.S. transportation safety agency proposed this week to lower the blood alcohol limit for drivers in all 50 states as a way to advance its campaign to cut down on DUI deaths through a severer definition of impairment. On Tuesday, the…
May 9
Tampa DUI Attorney :: Yankees Top Minor-League Prospect Mason Williams Arrested For DUI In Tampa

Tampa DUI Attorney :: Yankees Top Minor-League Prospect Mason Williams Arrested For DUI In Tampa

New York Yankees prospect Mason Williams, who is currently playing Single-A ball for the Tampa Yankees, was arrested on April 25, 2013 and charged with driving under the influence in Tampa. The 21-year-old was stopped at 2:45 a.m. after…
Feb 15
Clearwater Woman Charged with DUI Manslaughter in Passenger's Death

Clearwater Woman Charged with DUI Manslaughter in Passenger's Death

A Clearwater woman was charged this week with DUI manslaughter in connection with an October accident where a passenger in her car was killed. Reports allege that the woman had just exited the Bayside Bridge in the early hours of Oct. 27…

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Columbus DUI Information And…

Columbus DUI Information And Answers

Answers questions about a DUI Arrest in Columbus, Ohio. By Suhre & Associates.

http://columbus-ovi-lawyer.com/blog/

May 16
Driving Privileges, Part IV.

Driving Privileges, Part IV.

The law in Ohio provides for limited driving privileges when you are under a suspension for a DUI. You are eligible for privileges after any hard suspension time. Once eligible, you can get privileges for the following reasons: Occupational,…
May 6
Driving Privileges, Part III

Driving Privileges, Part III

The law in Ohio provides for limited driving privileges when you are under a suspension for a Columbus DUI. You are eligible for privileges after any hard suspension time. Once eligible, you can get privileges for the following reasons:…
Apr 29
Columbus, Ohio Driving Privileges. Part II.

Columbus, Ohio Driving Privileges. Part II.

The law in a Columbus, Ohio DUI / OVI case provides for limited driving privileges 15 -30 days post arrest on a first time OVI charge. Once eligible, you can get privileges for the following reasons: Occupational, Educational, Medical, and…

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Kentucky DUI Defense Lawyer

Covers DUIs, traffic stops and field sobriety tests. By Stephen J. Isaacs.

http://www.kyduiblog.com/

May 16
U.S. Supreme Court holds Officer must obtain warrant for DUI blood test.

U.S. Supreme Court holds Officer must obtain warrant for DUI blood test.

The U.S. Supreme Court has ruled that police must generally obtain a warrant for a blood test before subjecting a drunken-driving suspect to a blood test when the suspect had refused to take the test.
May 16
Criminal Record Expungement Option

Criminal Record Expungement Option

There exists more than one way to obtain an expungement of a Kentucky criminal record involving more than one misdemeanor when KRS 431.078 does not apply.
Apr 25
Bias in DUI Case

Bias in DUI Case

In order to have a chance at getting a favorable outcome when defending a DUI with an allegedly innocent client, a lawyer should always consider the venue. The venue is where the case will be heard. Kentucky has 120 counties...

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Questions and Answers About…

Questions and Answers About Arrests, Criminal Procdures and Policies

By the Law Offices of Patituce & Scott, LLC.

http://cleveland-criminal-defense-attorneys.com/q-a/

May 16
How Can A Criminal Defense Lawyer Help Me?

How Can A Criminal Defense Lawyer Help Me?

Each day I sit in court rooms all across this state. And every day I see people making the same mistake over and over again – they go into court, facing serious charges, without having hired the best criminal defense lawyer they…
May 10
Can A Drug Charge Cause You To Lose Your Financial Aid?

Can A Drug Charge Cause You To Lose Your Financial Aid?

Ohio features several large and prestigious universities, law schools, medical schools. Many of our clients who go to these institutions have faced the same problem “Will a drug charge cost me my financial aid?” The short…
May 2
What Do I Do After Being Arrested On Felony Charges?

What Do I Do After Being Arrested On Felony Charges?

Most people have no idea what to do after they, or someone they care about, has been arrested on felony charges. The first thing that has to be done is a phone call to an experienced criminal defense lawyer. Once an arrest has been…

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Florida Criminal Attorney Blog

Covers Florida criminal law and DUI news. By Law Offices of Whittel & Melton, LLC.

http://www.floridacriminalattorneyblog.com/

May 15
Florida Criminal Defense Lawyer :: 20 Men Arrested in Tallahassee Child Sex Sting

Florida Criminal Defense Lawyer :: 20 Men Arrested in Tallahassee Child Sex Sting

An Internet sex sting in Tallahassee last month dubbed "Operation April Fools" yielded 20 arrests in 5 days. All of the men arrested are accused of soliciting minors for sex. According to police, 14 of the men showed up in person. Police…
May 9
Florida Criminal Defense Attorney :: Boca Raton Company Accused of Medicare Fraud Targeting Senior Citizen

Florida Criminal Defense Attorney :: Boca Raton Company Accused of Medicare Fraud Targeting Senior Citizen

Med-Care Diabetic and Medical Supplies Inc., based in Boca Raton, FL has fallen under intense scrutiny after a recent investigation into medical equipment suppliers has indicated signs of Medicare fraud. The federal government is concerned…
Mar 25
Florida Criminal Defense Attorney :: Law enforcement plays prank on prosecution

Florida Criminal Defense Attorney :: Law enforcement plays prank on prosecution

Police are under investigation for jokingly filling in a witness statement in the name of a force dog. Officers in the UK became exasperated when prosecutors asked for an account of a crime from a "PC Peach'" not realizing Peach was the name…

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Minnesota DWI Defense Blog

Covers DWI/DUI news, issues and defenses. By Charles A. Ramsay.

http://www.mndwidefenseblog.com/

May 14
NTSB Recommends Lowering Legal Alcohol Limit to .05

NTSB Recommends Lowering Legal Alcohol Limit to .05

Today, as reported in the Star Tribune, the National Traffic Safety Board (NTSB) made the entirely expected announcement that they are recommending the legal limit be reduced from .08 (where it is now) to .05. This is in keeping with recent…
May 14
Minnesota's Top DWI & DUI Defense Lawyers Present Continuing Legal Education Seminar

Minnesota's Top DWI & DUI Defense Lawyers Present Continuing Legal Education Seminar

Minnesota Society for Criminal Justice 2013 Annual DWI Defense CLE – June 14, 2013 Recognized as the top DWI CLE in Minnesota Featuring Prominent Local and Nationally Recognized DWI Attorneys *** Recently Added *** Panel Discussion on…
May 7
The Impact of McNeely: Fundamental Changes For Minnesota DWI Law

The Impact of McNeely: Fundamental Changes For Minnesota DWI Law

Nobody can deny the tremendous impact the U.S. Supreme Court's decision in Missouri v. McNeely will have on how we handle Minnesota DWIs in the future. The McNeely decision breathed some much needed life into what many perceived as an ailing…

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Nuevo Código Procesal Penal - Una…

Nuevo Código Procesal Penal - Una Lectura Fácil

Temas de Derecho de preferencia, también de debate en otras áreas del quehacer humano e intereses personales del autor. By José Guillermo Anderson Anderson.

http://www.joseguianderson.blogspot.com/

May 14
AFP vs ONP (VII parte)

AFP vs ONP (VII parte)

Buenos días amigos, el día de ayer, como la AFP Prima no absolvía mis preguntas me acerqué una vez más. En esta ocasión me atendió la Ejecutiva de Servicios Fabiola Requejo. Bien, como le…
May 8
De Cieneguilla, sus ladrones y su Alcalde.

De Cieneguilla, sus ladrones y su Alcalde.

De Cieneguilla, sus ladrones y su Alcalde El 16 de junio próximo cumplo un año residiendo en el Distrito de Cieneguilla. Su Alcalde, Emilio Chávez Huaringa, un mozo joven de finas maneras, tiene la particularidad…
Apr 30
Jubilación: AFP vs. ONP (VI parte)

Jubilación: AFP vs. ONP (VI parte)

Bueno amigos, ayer se cumplieron los QUINCE DÍAS que según las AFP demoran en absolver las consultas de sus clientes, interesa pues saber el contenido de las absoluciones a las preguntas y como no quiero cansarlos…

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Harmless Error

Covers criminal law in Maine and beyond. By Luke Rioux.

http://harmlesserrorblog.blogspot.com/

May 13
State of Maine v. Collier: No RAS, No Seizure, No Problem

State of Maine v. Collier: No RAS, No Seizure, No Problem

The Maine Supreme Judicial Court recently decided State of Maine v. Matthew Collier 2013 ME 44, and vacated the trial court's order granting a motion to suppress. The court disagreed with the trial judge and found that, while there was no…
May 1
Moncrieffe v Holder: From State Felony to Federal Misdemeanor

Moncrieffe v Holder: From State Felony to Federal Misdemeanor

Matthew Kenwrick via flickrIn Moncrieffe v. Holder, the Supreme Court reversed the deportation order for a Jamaican born legal permanent resident. Adrian Moncrieffe pled guilty in a Georgia court to possession with intent to…
Apr 30
Burrage v. U.S: When Does Drug Trafficking Cause Death?

Burrage v. U.S: When Does Drug Trafficking Cause Death?

.:[ Melissa ]:. via flickrNext term, the Supreme Court will consider when a drug dealer can be held criminally liable under a federal law punishing distribution of drugs that cause death. 21 U.S.C. § 841(b)(1)(C) sets a mandatory minimum…

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The Charge

Incorporates history and legal analysis to raise questions on criminal justice issues. By Victoria Nadel.

http://vln-thecharge.blogspot.com/

May 13
Depending on the People: 100 Years of the 17th Amendment

Depending on the People: 100 Years of the 17th Amendment

In framing a government which is to be administered by men over men, the great difficulty lies in this: you must first enable the government to control the governed; and in the next place oblige it to control itself. A dependence on the…
May 6
Counsel for the Indigent: An Unfunded Mandate

Counsel for the Indigent: An Unfunded Mandate

The Sixth Amendment guarantees that, “[i]n all criminal prosecutions, the accused shall enjoy the right… to have the assistance of counsel for his defense.” Over the course of constitutional time, deprivation of…
Apr 28
Record by Proxy: Vicarious Consent Just Crept Into Massachusett

Record by Proxy: Vicarious Consent Just Crept Into Massachusett

Boston has been inundated with photos and surveillance tapes for the worst of reasons since April 15, 2013. We learned, or perhaps were reminded, that we are being watched. And, as a matter of legal fiction, we consent to being…

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Criminal Lawyer Illinois

Covers Illinois criminal, DUI and traffic law. By Gainor and Gosch, PC.

http://www.criminallawyerillinois.com

May 10
Department of Corrections reinstates early release program

Department of Corrections reinstates early release program

There was a time in Illinois when inmates could get released from state prison in only days. It was the era of “dress-in-dress-out.” Those days are long gone, but the state penitentiary has re-instituted another form of early…
Mar 20
Truth-in-sentencing: defendants must serve more than 50% of the sentence imposed

Truth-in-sentencing: defendants must serve more than 50% of the sentence imposed

Defendants in felony cases are subject to special rules in sentencing. Compared to misdemeanor sentencing, felonies are complicated. The court is governed by obscure rules that can sometimes produce unexpected results. And the last thing a…
Dec 29
First felony offense eligible for deferred prosecution under Offender Initiative Program

First felony offense eligible for deferred prosecution under Offender Initiative Program

A person who is charged with a felony but has no criminal background will benefit from a new state law in 2013 that allows for dismissal. The Offender Initiative Program is a new statute modeled after the deferred prosecution program…

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Waco Criminal Law Blog

Covers Texas criminal defense and related issues. By the Law office of Walter M. Reaves.

http://www.wacocriminallawblog.com/

May 9
Your case is reversed - now what?

Your case is reversed - now what?

A case i have been working on for a number years demonstrates that what happens when your conviction is set aside is not necessarily what you would expect. Although it's clear to me - I guess those years in law school did really…
May 6
Gaining a client's perspective - the hard way

Gaining a client's perspective - the hard way

I've been out of the office for the last 2 1/2 weeks.- Not because I've been on vacation or doing something fun. Exactly the opposite - I live in West, and my house was one of those destroyed in the fertilizer plant explosion.…
Apr 4
The highest bond for a misdemeanor ever?

The highest bond for a misdemeanor ever?

The purpose of bail is to ensure the defendant shows up for a court. After all, everyone is presumed innocent until found guilty - so you shouldn't keep someone in jail before trial unless you have to. Public safety can also be…

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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 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…
Apr 30
Polygraph Testing Ordered For Baltimore Jail Official

Polygraph Testing Ordered For Baltimore Jail Official

The last time Baltimore was headlining national news articles the Ravens had just completed their unlikely and dramatic run to a Superbowl championship. It's been a few months, but our great city is back in the national headlines, only this…

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Arnold & Wadsworth Blog

Covers bankruptcy, family law, divorce, DUI, criminal defense and general litigation.

http://arnoldwadsworth.com/attorneys/blog/

May 3
Criminal Defense Attorney Salt Lake City | Robbery Charge

Criminal Defense Attorney Salt Lake City | Robbery Charge

The criminal defense lawyers at Arnold & Wadsworth offer a free consultation to people facing Robbery Charges, or any other criminal charges in the State of Utah. With offices in Salt Lake City and Ogden Utah the Robbery Defense attorneys…
May 2
SLC Criminal Defense Lawyer | State v. Ali

SLC Criminal Defense Lawyer | State v. Ali

At Arnold & Wadsworth our criminal defense lawyers offer a free consultation concerning all criminal cases whether in Salt Lake City or any other area in Utah. The criminal defense lawyers at Arnold & Wadsworth have the experience you…
Apr 27
Drug Charges in Utah | Salt Lake City Criminal Defense Lawyer

Drug Charges in Utah | Salt Lake City Criminal Defense Lawyer

Arnold & Wadsworth has the criminal defense lawyers needed to help you win your drug related case. As you approach these serious charges you need to make sure you partner with a criminal defense firm that will protect your constitutional…

Rank this Week: 2989

Tennessee Federal Criminal Lawyer…

Tennessee Federal Criminal Lawyer Blog

Covers tax crimes, fraud and federal sentencing. By the McKeller Law Firm, PLLC.

http://www.tennesseefederalcriminallawyerblog.com/

Apr 30
Tennessee Supreme Court Grants New Trial for Man Convicted of Killing & Dismembering His Mother

Tennessee Supreme Court Grants New Trial for Man Convicted of Killing & Dismembering His Mother

Tennessee criminal defense attorneys will rarely participate in a murder case as gruesome as the case of David Climer, Jr. Climer, a Gibson County, Tennessee resident, was convicted by a jury of first degree premeditated murder and abuse of…
Apr 23
Tampa, Florida Stripper Sentenced to 76 Months in Prison for Tax Fraud

Tampa, Florida Stripper Sentenced to 76 Months in Prison for Tax Fraud

Earlier this month, Danielle Denson claimed she never knew she had to file income tax returns for her income as an adult "exotic" dancer. However, she filed 323 tax returns in other citizen's names claiming more than $1.6 million in refunds…
Apr 17
Tax & Criminal Defense Attorney Norman McKellar Provides Interview to ABC Affiliate Regarding Tax Crimes and the Pilot Flying J Investigation

Tax & Criminal Defense Attorney Norman McKellar Provides Interview to ABC Affiliate Regarding Tax Crimes and the Pilot Flying J Investigation

NOTE: The video clip references "2,500 investigations" performed by the IRS per year, but the reference should have been to approximately "2,500 convictions." The IRS last year performed 5,125 investigations.

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Third Circuit Blog

Case summaries and commentary by Federal Defenders of the Third Circuit.

http://circuit3.blogspot.com/

Apr 30
Defendants Convicted of Crack Offenses Who Received Cooperation Departures Below the Mando are not Barred From Seeking a Sentence Reduction Under Section 3582(c)(2)

Defendants Convicted of Crack Offenses Who Received Cooperation Departures Below the Mando are not Barred From Seeking a Sentence Reduction Under Section 3582(c)(2)

In United States v. Savani, Nos. 11-4359/11-4494/12-1034, the Third Circuit held that Amendment 750 to the Sentencing Guidelines superseded United States v. Doe, 564 F.3d 305 (3d Cir. 2009), and allows defendants who were sentenced below…
Apr 4
Erroneous application of sentencing enhancement is harmless when it had no effect on the sentence

Erroneous application of sentencing enhancement is harmless when it had no effect on the sentence

Judge Hardiman opened United States v. Zabielski, No. 11-3288, (April 3, 2013) by noting that since United States v. Booker, 543 U.S. 220 (2005), the Sentencing Guidelines were no longer “diktats.” However, trial judges must still…
Apr 1
Use of a drug-sniffing dog on a front porch is a Fourth Amendment intrusion

Use of a drug-sniffing dog on a front porch is a Fourth Amendment intrusion

In Florida v. Jardines, 11-564 (March 26, 2013), in a 5-4 decision, the United States Supreme Court affirmed suppression of evidence of marijuana obtained in violation of the Fourth Amendment. After an unverified tip that Jardines was…

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DC Marijuana Law

Covers marijuana defense law. By Paul Zuckerberg.

http://dcmarijuanalaw.com/

Apr 23
VOTE TODAY !!!

VOTE TODAY !!!

Today is election day in Paul’s bid for a seat on the DC Council. Paul is running on a platform which includes marijuana law reform. To learn why, read his Op Ed piece in the Huffington Post. Polls close at 8:00 pm. tonight. If…
Apr 19
Today, Saturday, DC Vote 4-20 Rally & Concert

Today, Saturday, DC Vote 4-20 Rally & Concert

Info on this Facebook link.
Apr 14
Zukerberg to Host Vote4.20 Rally & Free Concert at the Capitol

Zukerberg to Host Vote4.20 Rally & Free Concert at the Capitol

The Committee to Elect Paul Zukerberg to the DC Council in the April 23, 2013 Special Election has announced that it will host a free rally and concert at the Capitol on Saturday, 4/20/13. Acts include the Originators (reggae), Daryl Davis…

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West Coast Criminal Defense…

West Coast Criminal Defense Strikeforce

Covers criminal law news, cases and developments.

http://westcoastcriminaldefensestrikeforce.blogspot.com/

Apr 18
Supreme Court DUI Blood Case [Follow Up]

Supreme Court DUI Blood Case [Follow Up]

After the US Supreme Court ruling yesterday in Missouri v. McNeely, the question comes to mind: What are exigent circumstances? Exigent Circumstances are the "immediate and serious consequences that would occur" if time was used to get a…
Apr 17
Show Me The Warrant In (some) DUI Blood Case

Show Me The Warrant In (some) DUI Blood Case

U.S. Supreme Court filed Missouri v. McNeely today, refusing to recognize a categorical exception to the warrant requirement in DUI cases where the police order a person's blood drawn against his or her will. Drawing a person's blood is a…
Apr 15
LBUSD Sues Woman Who Falsely Accused Bank

LBUSD Sues Woman Who Falsely Accused Bank

The LA Times reports the Long Beach Unified School District has lawyer’d up and sued the woman who falsely accused ex-Long Beach Poly High football star Brian Banks of rape inside a building of the school’s campus in…

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RI Criminal Defense Lawyer

Covers Rhode Island criminal and DUI news. By James E. Smith.

http://ricriminaldefenselawyer.posterous.com/

Apr 16
RI Criminal Defense Lawyer James E. Smith Announces Case Result

RI Criminal Defense Lawyer James E. Smith Announces Case Result

RI Criminal Defense Laywer James E. Smith announces today the following case results from the week of April 8, 2013: Case 1 Client arrested and charged with Larceny Under $1,500.00. Client allegedly stole a tablet computer. …
Feb 7
RI CRIMINAL DEFENSE LAWYER JAMES E. SMITH ANNOUNCES NOT GUILTY VERDICT

RI CRIMINAL DEFENSE LAWYER JAMES E. SMITH ANNOUNCES NOT GUILTY VERDICT

RI Criminal Defense Lawyer James E. Smith today announces a NOT GUILTY verdict in Newport Superior Court. Client was charged by the police with illegal possession of firearms. As they executed a search warrant while investigating…
Sep 10
RI Criminal Defense Lawyer James E. Smith Announces Case Result

RI Criminal Defense Lawyer James E. Smith Announces Case Result

Today, RI Criminal Defense Lawyer James E. Smith announces the following case dispostion:

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Philadelphia Criminal Defense…

Philadelphia Criminal Defense Lawyer Blog

Covers criminal law, drug crimes, and criminal defense in Pennsylvania. By Marc Neff.

http://www.philadelphiacriminaldefenselawyerblog.com/

Mar 28
Seventh Circuit Reiterates the Importance of a Suspect Invoking Right to Counsel

Seventh Circuit Reiterates the Importance of a Suspect Invoking Right to Counsel

In United States v. Hunter, officers stopped a truck after they witnessed occupants apparently engaging in a drug deal. Hunter fled from the passenger seat with something resembling a gun in his hand. Officers ordered Hunter to stop, but…
Mar 26
Another Strong Affirmation of the Fourth Amendment’s Protection

Another Strong Affirmation of the Fourth Amendment’s Protection

In United States v. Black, No. 11-5084 (3:10-cr-00206-MOC-1) (Feb. 25, 2013), two officers in Charlotte began to follow a car as it left a gas station. The driver, Dior Troupe, parked and joined a group of five other men, including Black,…
Mar 21
Supreme Court of the United States says: The Holding of Padilla v. Kentucky Will Not Apply Retroactively

Supreme Court of the United States says: The Holding of Padilla v. Kentucky Will Not Apply Retroactively

In United States v. Chaidez, No. 11–820, (February 20, 2013). The Supreme Court of the United States held that it’s earlier decision in Padilla v. Kentucky, holding that the Sixth Amendment requires defense attorneys to inform…

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Michigan Criminal Lawyers Blog

Covers Michigan criminal law and criminal defense news. By the Reeves Law Group.

http://www.michigancriminallawyersblog.com/

Mar 22
"What I Did For Love": The Serial Stalking of Ivanka Trump

"What I Did For Love": The Serial Stalking of Ivanka Trump

His thin excuse? "I did it for love". Though the phrase is billed in thousands of songs, romance novels and movies the world over as THE magical formula for winning her heart, as we shall see--in reality, it is typically nothing more than a…
Mar 20
Gun Slinging Granny Found Guilty Of Second Degree Murder For Shooting Teenage Grandson

Gun Slinging Granny Found Guilty Of Second Degree Murder For Shooting Teenage Grandson

Between the dreams, perceptions and fears of the human mind lies a no-man's land of shadowy, shimmering, shifting reflections that aren't always what they appear to be. And it was through that internal fog that 75 year old West Bloomfield…
Oct 11
Defense of Legal Insanity Likely If East Lansing Professor Prosecuted

Defense of Legal Insanity Likely If East Lansing Professor Prosecuted

Sticky-note to self: It's Calculus 101 NOT pole dancing 101. And if that visual aid doesn't seem to be doing the trick, we have a feeling that Michigan State University calculus Professor John McCarthy's compulsory trip to the psychiatrist's…

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Family, Criminal, Personal Injury,…

Family, Criminal, Personal Injury, in Nevada

Covers Nevada Supreme Court cases and laws involving criminal, civil, and family issues. By Anthony Wright.

http://wrightlawnv.blogspot.com/

Mar 3
Modern Relationships in Las Vegas -- Ten things to consider about being single

Modern Relationships in Las Vegas -- Ten things to consider about being single

I have represented divorce and family law clients for nine years in Las Vegas and I pay attention to the trends in society, including the technological changes and the evolving views on relationships. As part of my practice, I not only…
Feb 23
LAS VEGAS WRITER: April Adam

LAS VEGAS WRITER: April Adam

That Don't Make Ya Bad: A Memoir of Addiction:April Aimee Adams tells the heart-wrenching story of a childhood marred by facial scars, an absentee father, and an overworked, inattentive mother. That Don't Make Ya Bad describes the perilous…
Feb 13
RIP Attorney RONA-KAYE T. TUITELE of Las Vega

RIP Attorney RONA-KAYE T. TUITELE of Las Vega

Rona was admitted to practice law in Nevada in 2008. She was a graduate of the William S. Boyd School of Law. She had just turned 33 years old when her spirit left her body.

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New York Criminal Defense

Provides New York criminal law updates and commentary. By Easton Thompson Kasperek.

http://newyorkcriminaldefense.blogspot.com/

Feb 26
Prosecutorial Misconduct: Naming Names (Again)

Prosecutorial Misconduct: Naming Names (Again)

As readers of this blog know, I have long and repeatedly advocated that an effective means for reducing the incidence of prosecutorial misconduct, without having to reverse the conviction -- which appellate courts are understandably reluctant…
Feb 16
Prosecutors Will Not Be Disciplined by Their Offices For Misconduct

Prosecutors Will Not Be Disciplined by Their Offices For Misconduct

I strongly urge that you read this excellent (and depressing) article by Joel Rudin detailing the utter failure of three NYC District Attorney’s offices to reprimand assistant DA’s found by courts to have engaged in…
Feb 13
Need Anyone Inform Defendant of The Mandatory Consecutive Nature of Sentence To Be Imposed Purusant To Plea Bargain?

Need Anyone Inform Defendant of The Mandatory Consecutive Nature of Sentence To Be Imposed Purusant To Plea Bargain?

In People v Belliard (2013 NY Slip Op 00884 [NY 2/12/13]), the Court of Appeals held that Courtsare not required to advise a defendant pleading guilty that it is mandatory that the sentence of imprisonment he will receive as a second felony…

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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,…

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The Saile Law Blog

Covers New Jersey and Pennsylvania personal injury, criminal and traffic offenses legal developments. By Michael L. Saile, Jr.

http://www.sailelaw.com/blog

Dec 19
Ouch! That Post-Accident Pain You Are Feeling in Your Hands and Wrists Could Be a Carpal Tunnel Injury

Ouch! That Post-Accident Pain You Are Feeling in Your Hands and Wrists Could Be a Carpal Tunnel Injury

Many people think damage to the carpal tunnel can only be caused by consistently making the same repetitive motions over and over. Bristol area personal injury lawyer Michael L. Saile, Jr, explains that carpal tunnel injury can be due to the…
Dec 18
Bensalem New Hot Spot for Pedestrian Accidents?

Bensalem New Hot Spot for Pedestrian Accidents?

Bensalem is home to Parx Casino, the Franklin Mills mall, and a growing number of pedestrian accidents. Over 60 thousand people live in Bensalem, and a number of major roadways run right through the area. Some of these roads include I-95, the…
Dec 17
Closed Head Injuries: What are They?

Closed Head Injuries: What are They?

Auto accidents are one of the leading causes of closed head injuries, explains Bensalem area personal injury lawyer Michael L. Saile, Jr. A closed head injury occurs inside the skull, resulting from a hard blow to the head from striking an…

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Polk County DUI Attorney

Covers Florida DUI news. By Musca Law.

http://www.polkcountyduilawyers.com

Dec 13
The Pros and Cons of the Wet Reckle

The Pros and Cons of the Wet Reckle

One of the first things your DUI defense lawyer will try to do is get a DUI charge reduced. One of the most common plea bargains is called “wet reckless.” This is still a misdemeanor. It allows you to admit that your reckless…
Dec 11
How To Determine If You Need A SR 22

How To Determine If You Need A SR 22

An SR 22 is a document that serves as proof that an individual has minimum auto insurance. This form is required of those who have had trouble with the law in regards to their driving or insurance. Ultimately, it protects the…
Dec 6
Florida DUI Penalty: The Break Down

Florida DUI Penalty: The Break Down

Even though a DUI lawyer does everything he or she can to acquit clients, the topic of DUI penalties, if convicted must be discussed. There are a couple things to take note of. The following is just a guideline. Everyone’s case…

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DUI Blog

Covers drunk driving laws, news and false evidence. By Lawrence Taylor.

http://www.duiblog.com

Nov 26
Prosecutors Paid Bounties for Convictions?

Prosecutors Paid Bounties for Convictions?

It is a cardinal rule of ethics in the legal profession that the duty of a prosecutor is not to seek convictions, but to pursue justice — even if that pursuit leads to a dismissal or acquittal of charges. Sadly, that is less and less true…
Nov 19
DUI?…or the Effects of “Circadian Rhythm”?

DUI?…or the Effects of “Circadian Rhythm”?

Most drunk driving arrests take place at night, often after midnight. One reason for this is that many police officers engage in the illegal practice of staking out bars and restaurants from about midnight to "closing time", pulling cars over…
Nov 10
How Good Are Cops at Detecting Intoxication?

How Good Are Cops at Detecting Intoxication?

The drunk driving case rests heavily upon the subjective opinions of the arresting officer — the abilities of that officer to correctly assess DUI symptoms of intoxication: observations of driving, personal symptoms (slurred speech, flushed…

Rank this Week: 2896

Austin Criminal Defense Lawyer

Covers DWI, drugs and other criminal offenses. By Jamie Spencer.

http://blog.austindefense.com/

Nov 7
Cheetos and Goldfish For Texas Too (...Someday)

Cheetos and Goldfish For Texas Too (...Someday)

The ballot title and submission clause numbered Amendment 64 to the Colorado Constitution asked: Shall there be an amendment to the Colorado constitution concerning marijuana, and, in connection therewith, providing for the regulation of…
Apr 13
The Way To A Judge's Heart Is Through His Stomach

The Way To A Judge's Heart Is Through His Stomach

Further deepening my growing suspicions that life may best be described as a series of random events comes this news via Discover Magazine, “Justice is served, but more so after lunch: how food-breaks sway the decisions of judges”. Yeah,…
Jan 3
If By Whiskey Marijuana...

If By Whiskey Marijuana...

William Safire popularized the phrase “if by whiskey…” in his columns, and defined it in his Political Dictionary as, “Taking both sides of an issue; equivocating; a political straddle”. The term originates from a speech given by…

Rank this Week: 2955

CMS Law Firm's DUI Blog

Covers Seattle DUI and criminal law.

http://dui-defense-blog.com/

Nov 4
Why Initiative 502 is Terrible From a DUI Lawyer’s Perspective

Why Initiative 502 is Terrible From a DUI Lawyer’s Perspective

By: Christopher Small Since we are on the brink of election day (hope you all have voted!) I thought I’d throw out an article that is both election related and DUI related. It’s about Washington State Initiative 502, which most people…
Oct 23
If I Get a New DUI Charge on Deferred Prosecution, What Happens?

If I Get a New DUI Charge on Deferred Prosecution, What Happens?

I’ve already talked a lot about what a deferred prosecution is here, so I’m not going to go into it too in depth in this article. No, what we’re here to talk about today is what happens if you get another DUI while you are in the middle…
Oct 21
Do I Need an Attorney for a Possession of Marijuana Under 40 Grams Charge?

Do I Need an Attorney for a Possession of Marijuana Under 40 Grams Charge?

By: Christopher Small In some places, a joint is still illegal.

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The Confrontation Blog

Covers the Confrontation Clause and developments related to Crawford v. Washington, 541 U.S. 36 (2004). By University of Michigan Law Professor Richard D. Friedman.

http://confrontationright.blogspot.com/

Oct 15
Three decisions from the California Supreme Court on forensic report

Three decisions from the California Supreme Court on forensic report

The California Supreme Court issued three decisions today on the Confrontation Clause and forensic reports. Two of them divided the court and show how bad things can get in light of the confusion sown by the US Supreme Court's decision in…
Jun 20
Source of the "targeted individual" test?

Source of the "targeted individual" test?

I hope to be offering more commentary on Williams within a few days. Meanwhile, perhaps I can offer a solution to one mystery. Justice Kagan quite sensibly says that where Justice Alito's "targeted individual" test comes from "is…
Jun 19
Thoughts on Williams, Part I: Reasons to Think the Impact May be Limited

Thoughts on Williams, Part I: Reasons to Think the Impact May be Limited

Here is a first installment of preliminary thoughts on Williams. Obviously, I think the result is unfortunate; I think Williams should have won. But the damage to the Confrontation Clause may be much less than I might have guessed it would…

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Pasco County DUI Lawyers

Covers DUI news. By John Musca.

http://www.pascocountyduilawyers.com

May 4
Does Avoiding a DUI Roadblock Constitute Reasonable Suspicion?

Does Avoiding a DUI Roadblock Constitute Reasonable Suspicion?

DUI roadblocks are increasingly coming under fire as being constitutionally dubious, although the US Supreme Court rules years ago that DUI checkpoints or roadblocks are constitutional. Since that time, 12 states have ruled that DUI…
May 3
The Constitutional Question of DUI Roadblock

The Constitutional Question of DUI Roadblock

The US Constitution states clearly that the police are not allowed to simply stop someone and conduct a police investigation unless there are clear facts that indicate that they may be criminal activity present. So, if that is what the US…
Apr 27
Pasco County DUI Tips – What Not to Do

Pasco County DUI Tips – What Not to Do

The most important thing to keep in mind if you are pulled over for a DUI in Pasco County, Florida is always what you should NOT do. If you ever happen to be stopped by law enforcement in Pasco County for a suspected DUI, you should be aware…

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Washington State DUI Blog

Covers drunk driving. By Garth O'Brien.

http://blog.seattle-duiattorney.com

Mar 20
The Accurate Definition of a Designated Driver

The Accurate Definition of a Designated Driver

The Designated Driver Program became a formal and promoted idea in the 1980′s. It became another tool of an arsenal to prevent drunk driving with the ultimate goal of reducing drunk driving... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit…
Mar 20
The Accurate Definition of a Designated Driver

The Accurate Definition of a Designated Driver

The Designated Driver Program became a formal and promoted idea in the 1980′s. It became another tool of an arsenal to prevent drunk driving with the ultimate goal of reducing drunk driving fatalities. However, over the years the…
Jan 4
The Widmark Formula And Drunk Driving

The Widmark Formula And Drunk Driving

Ever heard about the Swedish physician E.M.P. Widmark? If you are not a science buff probably not unless you have busted for DUI and the Widmark formula was introduced in testimony during a hearing.... [[ This is a content summary only.…

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North Carolina DUI Blog

Covers DUI/DWI law, cases, etc. in North Carolina. By Bauernfeind Law.

http://www.raleighdurhamlaw.com/ncdui

Dec 17
DUI Defense

DUI Defense

Many people are surprised by the number and variety of defenses that may be availing to them. While the following list is by no means exhaustive, it is a good starting point in beginning to consider successful defense strategies.
Oct 2
Problems With Ignition Interlock Device

Problems With Ignition Interlock Device

Many states require a person convicted of DUI to install an ignition interlock device on their car. The ignition interlock device functions much like a breathalyzer machine as it detects whether or not the driver of a vehicle has consumed…
Oct 2
DUI checkpoint

DUI checkpoint

In 1990, the United States Supreme Court ruled in Michigan v. Sitz that the infringement of Fourth Amendment rights caused by DUI checkpoints is overshadowed by the potential public benefit of getting dangerous, impaired drivers off the road.…

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