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Toledo Criminal Law Blog

By the Law Offices of Patituce & Scott, LLC.

http://www.toledo-criminal-lawyer.com/questions-answers/

May 16
How Can A Toledo DUI Attorney Help Me?

How Can A Toledo DUI Attorney Help Me?

Often I sit in courts in Toledo, and all across the State, and see people make the fundamental mistake of going into court without an attorney. Some people have been lead to believe that if they go into court and throw themselves on the…
May 10
Toledo Ohio Driving Privilege

Toledo Ohio Driving Privilege

In Ohio there are certain hard time limits on when you can start driving after a DUI arrest. In Toledo most courts will not consider driving privileges until after 15 or 30 days depending on your type of case, even on a first offense.…
May 2
What Should I Do After An Arrest For A DUI?

What Should I Do After An Arrest For A DUI?

One of the most common reactions that people have after being arrested for a DUI is not being sure what steps they should take, what they should do in order to protect themselves. This is quite normal, most of my clients are people that…

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Maryland DUI Lawyers Blog

Covers Maryland DUI defense issues, including breathalyzer tests, DUI checkpoints and blood-alcohol content. By Price Benowitz, LLP.

http://www.marylandduilawyersblog.com/

May 16
Maryland DUI Lawyer : How A DUI Impacts You

Maryland DUI Lawyer : How A DUI Impacts You

Attorney Kush Arora explains the three major impacts getting a DUI in Maryland could have on you.
May 16
Maryland Criminal Lawyer Protecting Your Job

Maryland Criminal Lawyer Protecting Your Job

Kush Arora explains how to protect your job after being charged with a crime.
May 6
Baltimore County Councilman pleads Guilty to DUI

Baltimore County Councilman pleads Guilty to DUI

Baltimore County Councilman Todd Huff has plead guilty to driving under the influence, stating that he has learned from his mistake and that he is now undergoing treatment for alcohol abuse. Prosecutors dropped charges of negligent driving…

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Boston Criminal Defense Lawyer…

Boston Criminal Defense Lawyer Blog

Covers harassment crimes, motor vehicle crimes, drug crimes and entrapment defenses. By Patrick J. Murphy.

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

May 15
4 Defendants Sentenced in 2011 Boston Armed Robbery/Shooting Case

4 Defendants Sentenced in 2011 Boston Armed Robbery/Shooting Case

Earlier this month, four criminal defendants pleaded guilty to charges stemming from a September 2011 armed robbery and shooting, which resulted in the injuring of an on duty police officer. The men pleaded guilty to various charges, which…
May 7
How to Possibly Avoid Jail Time by Participating in Pretrial Diversion

How to Possibly Avoid Jail Time by Participating in Pretrial Diversion

A little known fact within the Massachusetts criminal justice system, is the potential for any criminal defendant to be put on pretrial probation in lieu of criminal charges. You read that right, any potential defendant. The relevant statute…
May 1
Supreme Court Refuses to Establish Per Se Rule in DUI Cases, Warrants Required For Blood Test

Supreme Court Refuses to Establish Per Se Rule in DUI Cases, Warrants Required For Blood Test

Last month, the U.S. Supreme Court issued a landmark decision in the area of Driving Under the Influence (DUI) Blood Alcohol Content (BAC) evidence collection, and the rammifications of the case are certain to have an impact on police…

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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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electronic criminal lawyer

Covers criminal law and its process. By Timothy P. Flynn.

http://e-crimlawyer.blogspot.com/

May 15
SCOTUS Upholds Warrant Requirement for Blood-Draw

SCOTUS Upholds Warrant Requirement for Blood-Draw

In January 9, the US Supreme Court was presented with a straightforward question: can a law enforcement officer legally obtain a non-consensual and warrantless blood sample from a drunk driver under the exigent circumstances…
Apr 25
Michigan Senate Votes to Keep BAC at .08 For Drunk Driving Law

Michigan Senate Votes to Keep BAC at .08 For Drunk Driving Law

The Michigan Senate unanimously approved a bill that will keep the legal limit of blood alcohol for drivers at .08. Recently, there had been some debate to raise the legal limit from .08 to .10, where it had been prior to the…
Apr 21
Expungement Bill Would Expand Second Chance

Expungement Bill Would Expand Second Chance

Here in Michigan, we have long had an "expungement" statute; technically known as an application to set aside conviction. Until recently, the applicant could have been convicted of only one criminal count on one single occasion.In…

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Illinois Traffic Laws

Explains the Illinois vehicle code with an emphasis on moving violations and offenses that result in criminal penalties and driver's license suspensions. By Lewis Gainor.

http://www.illinoistrafficlaws.us/

May 14
Lower the legal limit to 0.05: NTSB recommends Illinois and other states follow suit

Lower the legal limit to 0.05: NTSB recommends Illinois and other states follow suit

In an historic vote, the National Transportation Safety Board recommended today that all 50 states lower the legal limit from 0.08 to 0.05 for driving under the influence. At the present time, all 50 states have a limit for the alcohol…
Apr 24
Speed limit on interstate to increase to 70 mph in Illinoi

Speed limit on interstate to increase to 70 mph in Illinoi

Illinois may soon see the speed limit increase to 70 mph. The State Senate passed a bill yesterday that would increase the speed limit to 70 mph on interstate highways. The measure was passed on a 41-6 vote. The current top speed on the…
Mar 17
New law proposed to allow police to tow and impound vehicle for driving without insurance

New law proposed to allow police to tow and impound vehicle for driving without insurance

Lawmakers in the House of Representatives will vote soon on a bill that allows police officers to tow and impound vehicles for driving without proof of insurance. Proposed by Representative Joe Sosnowski, R-Rockford, the bill would amend 625…

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West Palm Beach Criminal Lawyer…

West Palm Beach Criminal Lawyer Blog

By Ronald S. Chapman, P.A.

http://www.justiceflorida.com/

May 14
Drug-Sniffing Dogs and Search Warrant

Drug-Sniffing Dogs and Search Warrant

In the case of Florida versus Jardines, the police took a drug-sniffing dog to Jardines' front porch where the dog gave a positive alert for illegal drugs. Based on that alert, the officers got a warrant to search Jardines' home. When…
May 12
Double Jeopardy and the Crime of Burglary

Double Jeopardy and the Crime of Burglary

In the case of Robert Gorham versus the State of Florida, Mr. Gorham was convicted of two counts of burglary of a conveyance with an assault or battery. His convictions were based on a single entry but involved two different…
Mar 26
Conspiracy to Distribute Narcotic

Conspiracy to Distribute Narcotic

In the case of the United States v. Alvin Gaskins, Mr. Gaskins was convicted of conspiracy to distribute narcotics. He appealed. The court of appeals reversed his conviction because the prosecutor failed to prove that…

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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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Cincinnati DUI Info

Covers Ohio DUI and OVI issues. By Suhre & Associates.

http://cincinnati-dui-info.com

May 12
Mother’s Day

Mother’s Day

Like every other holiday, the police will be out in force looking for Cincinnati DUI and OVI violations. You can enjoy alcohol responsibly this weekend if you are not driving! Lets talk about drinking responsibly. This does not…
May 4
DUI Patrols Increase For Cinco De Mayo And Kentucky Derby

DUI Patrols Increase For Cinco De Mayo And Kentucky Derby

Expect to see more police this weekend. Police like to spend their money wisely. They do this by targeting the weekends most likely to produce more arrests and drunk drivers. This weekend is the one of the best weekends for police…
Apr 15
DUI Appeal

DUI Appeal

The City of Cincinnati has appealed four of our firm’s OVI cases. These cases will be heard in the next few months. The litigation surrounds the new breath test machine from the Dept. of Health in Ohio. This is the…

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Crime in the Suites

Covers white collar defense issues, including civil forfeiture, federal crimes, federal sentencing and internet law. By the Ifrah Law Firm.

http://crimeinthesuites.com/

May 9
More Enron Fallout: Skilling and DOJ Enter Agreement to Reduce Sentence

More Enron Fallout: Skilling and DOJ Enter Agreement to Reduce Sentence

Former Enron executive Jeffrey Skilling reportedly has negotiated a deal with federal prosecutors that is likely to result in a significant reduction of the prison sentence he will serve for his role in the collapse of Enron. Under the new…
May 7
Appeals Court Set to Consider Key Sentencing Issue on Profits Derived From Fraud

Appeals Court Set to Consider Key Sentencing Issue on Profits Derived From Fraud

The U.S. Court of Appeals for the 3rd Circuit is currently considering a sentencing issue of great significance in cases in which a number of individuals work together to bring about a financial fraud. The question posed is the extent to…
May 1
Let the Games Begin: Legal Online Poker Starts Up in Nevada

Let the Games Begin: Legal Online Poker Starts Up in Nevada

April 30 was an historic day for online poker players in the United States. Just a bit more than two years after the indictment and civil cases that were termed “Black Friday” shut down the industry, Ultimate Poker became the…

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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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Texas Marijuana Lawyer Blog

Covers criminal law. By The Gilbert G. Garcia Law Firm.

http://www.texaspossessionofmarijuanalawyer.com/

May 7
Part 2 - Can We Learn from Prohibition?

Part 2 - Can We Learn from Prohibition?

Criminalization of Marijuana in Texas Fuels Crime Pt. II: From Al Capone to the Zetas, How Prohibition Laws May Be Working Against Their Very Purpose "There's a reason these same gangs that deal marijuana aren't brewing hops or selling…
Apr 23
Texas Marijuana Lawyer Discusses "What is a usable amount of Marijuana?"

Texas Marijuana Lawyer Discusses "What is a usable amount of Marijuana?"

The state of Texas views marijuana differently than other controlled substances. Unlike other drugs, Texas wanted to eliminate trace cases involving marijuana possession and consumption. See generally Lejeune v. State, (Cr.App. 1976) 538…
Apr 16
Montgomery County Criminal Defense Attorney discusses Do's and Don'ts during a Police Officer stop

Montgomery County Criminal Defense Attorney discusses Do's and Don'ts during a Police Officer stop

A common problem we hear during consultations is that once a police officer stops and questions a client while driving, he or she does not know how to respond to the officer. Usually the police will ask them a question, then add, "Don't lie…

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Law Office of David P. Shapiro…

Law Office of David P. Shapiro Blog

Covers criminal law in California.

http://www.sandiegocriminalattorneyatlaw.com/category/news

May 7
Felony DUI Charged in Escondido Car Chase

Felony DUI Charged in Escondido Car Chase

An Escondido man is in custody after a bizarre series of events on Saturday. According to police, Michael Najera was driving his Cadillac SUV near Valley Parkway shortly after 5:00 a.m. Saturday morning, when he rear ended a patrol car…
May 1
San Diego City Council Asks for New Medical Marijuana Ordinance

San Diego City Council Asks for New Medical Marijuana Ordinance

The City Council requested on Monday that the City Attorney’s Office prepare new proposed regulations governing medical marijuana dispensaries. An ordinance governing the dispensaries had been on the books, but was rescinded in 2011.…
Apr 23
Felony DUI Charged in Motorhome Crash

Felony DUI Charged in Motorhome Crash

When we drive a vehicle, it is easy to forget that our means of transportation has the capacity to injure or even kill another person. A recent accident attests to the fact that in order to be involved in such … Continue reading…

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Michigan Criminal Lawyer Blog

Covers Michigan criminal law. By Abdo Law Firm.

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

May 6
How Will a Criminal Charge Affect My Concealed Pistol License (CPL)?

How Will a Criminal Charge Affect My Concealed Pistol License (CPL)?

At Abdo Law, we deal with many clients that maintain a Concealed Pistol License, or CPL, and the question always arises: will I lose my CPL if I'm charged or convicted of a crime? The answer is maybe, but Abdo Law's dedicated attorneys will…
Apr 1
Possible Felony Prosecution for Retail Fraud/Shoplifting Offenses Pursuant to Michigan's New Organized Retail Crime Statute Effective March 31, 2013

Possible Felony Prosecution for Retail Fraud/Shoplifting Offenses Pursuant to Michigan's New Organized Retail Crime Statute Effective March 31, 2013

The crime of retail fraud or shoplifting is ordinarily charged not greater than a misdemeanor unless the value of the property involved is $1,000.00 or more. Effective March 31, 2013, Michigan passed a law that will arm retail…
Mar 20
41- District Court in Macomb County Provides Offenders with Probation Guideline

41- District Court in Macomb County Provides Offenders with Probation Guideline

The 41-A District Court serves the City of Sterling Heights, Shelby Township, Macomb Township and Utica and has two (2) locations: Shelby Division (Shelby Township, Macomb Township, Utica) 51660 Van Dyke, Shelby Township, MI 48316 Phone: …

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7th Circuit Criminal Law Alert

Summarizes the week's criminal law decisons by the 7th Circuit Court of Appeals. By Michael J. Petro.

http://mjpetro.typepad.com/7th_circuit_alert/

May 3
FRE 404(b): Hamilton Dissent Explains Proper District Court FRE 404(b) Analysi

FRE 404(b): Hamilton Dissent Explains Proper District Court FRE 404(b) Analysi

United States v. Nicolas Gomez, No. 12-1104. Editor's Note. Chicago Criminal Defense Attorney represented Mr. Gomez at trial and on appeal. Mr. Gomez's case is currently pending a Petition for Rehearing En Banc in the 7th Circuit Court of…
Apr 1
FRCP 32: U. S. Probation Officer's Confidential Recommendation to the District Court Passes Constitutional Scrutiny

FRCP 32: U. S. Probation Officer's Confidential Recommendation to the District Court Passes Constitutional Scrutiny

United States v. Ollie Peterson, No. 12-2484. Defendant Ollie Peterson pled guilty to one count of bank robbery in violation of 18 U.S.C. § 2113(a) after robbing a bank to pay off a debt with a drug dealer. During Peterson’s...
Feb 19
4th Amendment Terry Stop and Frisk Explained. Boilerplate Analysi

4th Amendment Terry Stop and Frisk Explained. Boilerplate Analysi

USA v. Raphael W. Patton, No,. 11-2659. After a Ruger nine-millimeter pistol was discovered in the waistband of his pants in the course of a stop and frisk, Robert W. Patton was charged with being a felon in possession of...

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Marin DUI Lawyer Blog

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

http://www.marinduilawyerblog.com/

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…
Apr 25
El Cerrito Police Arrest 4 for DUI

El Cerrito Police Arrest 4 for DUI

The City of El Cerrito Police Department made four arrests for driving under the influence between April 12 and April 15, 2013. A 32 year old Vallejo man was arrested on April 12 for driving under the influence of alcohol...

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South Florida Criminal Law Blog

Covers Florida criminal law. By the Law Firm of Anidjar & Levine.

http://www.southfloridacriminallawblog.com/

May 3
Court Says Police Can't Search Cell Phone Without Warrant - Smallwood v. State

Court Says Police Can't Search Cell Phone Without Warrant - Smallwood v. State

Last August, we blogged about a couple of cases headed to the state Supreme Court that all raised an important question for law enforcement, prosecutors, defense lawyers and, most importantly, people charged with a crime in Florida: whether…
Apr 25
Florida Court Says Man Who Came Out of House Not Responsible for Marijuana in It - Evans v. State

Florida Court Says Man Who Came Out of House Not Responsible for Marijuana in It - Evans v. State

In Evans v. State, the Fourth District explains that police must show that an illegal drug actually belonged to a certain person in order to convict him for possession. After seeing Timothy Evans exit a house under surveillance by Florida…
Apr 23
High Court Says Cops Need Warrant to Take Blood From DUI Suspects - Missouri v. McNeely

High Court Says Cops Need Warrant to Take Blood From DUI Suspects - Missouri v. McNeely

The U.S Supreme Court ruled April 17 that police officers must obtain a warrant before taking a blood sample from a person suspected of driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol against his or her will. The decision, stemming from a…

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San Diego Criminal Lawyer Blog

Covers drug crimes, violent crimes, and DUI news. By Gedulin & Greany.

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

May 2
Domestic Violence: San Diego Criminal Lawyer update on Domestic Battery Law

Domestic Violence: San Diego Criminal Lawyer update on Domestic Battery Law

DOMESTIC BATTERY: California Penal Code (PC) Section 243(e)(1) In California, domestic violence is often referred to as domestic battery, spousal abuse, domestic abuse, or spousal battery. If you are charged for domestic battery under this…
Apr 29
California Child Abuse Laws from San Diego criminal lawyer update

California Child Abuse Laws from San Diego criminal lawyer update

California's Child Abuse Law: Penal Code (PC) 273(d) Over the past several decades, California has increased the punishment and penalties for those convicted of child abuse. Although child abuse is a very serious situation when the claim…
Apr 26
Criminal Lawyer San Diego Report: Child Abuse and Child Endangerment law

Criminal Lawyer San Diego Report: Child Abuse and Child Endangerment law

California's Child Endangerment Law: Penal Code (PC) 273(a) Under California laws, child abuse is taken very seriously. Over the past 25 years, the child abuse laws have increased and have changed, making the punishment and penalties more…

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Utah DUI Attorney

Covers Utah DUI laws and defense of Utah DUI charges. Published by Glen W. Neely, Attorney at Law.

http://www.utahduilawblog.com/

May 1
What will happen to me at Sentencing for a Utah DUI?

What will happen to me at Sentencing for a Utah DUI?

Every case is different, every prosecutor is different, and every judge is different. However, Utah has developed the "Utah DUI Sentencing Matrix" as a guide for judges in sentencing a DUI defendant. Most judges will follow…
Mar 7
Utah Alcohol Restricted Driver

Utah Alcohol Restricted Driver

A person who is convicted of being in violation of the alcohol restricted driver law will have their license revoked for a period of one year. This is in accordance with Utah Code 53-3-220(1)(a)(xv). If you are convicted of this…
Feb 28
No Work Permits during a Utah DUI Driver License Suspension Period

No Work Permits during a Utah DUI Driver License Suspension Period

The most common question I get from people is can I get a permit to drive to and from work while my driver license is suspended? The answer is an emphatically NO at this time. Utah, as the law is now, there is no work permits that…

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Fossum Law Office Blawg

Covers Minnesota Law, federal law, criminal law, and international law.

http://www.fossumlaw.com/blog/

May 1
Fossum Named a “Top 100 Trial Lawyer.”

Fossum Named a “Top 100 Trial Lawyer.”

Attorney John L. Fossum, of the Fossum Law Office, LLC has been named a Top 100 Trial Lawyer by the National Trial Lawyers. According to their website: The National Trial Lawyers: Top 100 an invitation-only organization composed of the…
Mar 9
International Criminal Law CLE Planned

International Criminal Law CLE Planned

John L. Fossum is scheduled to speak at a CLE on International Criminal Law, planned for May 3, 2013 in Minneapolis. Mr. Fossum will be speaking on the history of International Criminal Law and Ethics Issues in Defense in International…
Dec 16
Torture Creates Right to Sue, But Not in the United State

Torture Creates Right to Sue, But Not in the United State

The lat few weeks have brought some news about torture, and the law surrounding it. The United Nations Convention Against Torture defines torture, bans the use of torture, prohibits member states from transferring persons to states…

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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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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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Tampa Criminal Defense Attorney

Covers expungements, drug offenses, domestic violence and other criminal offenses in Florida. By the Sammis Law Firm.

http://criminal-defense-attorney-tampa.blogspot.com/

Apr 25
Should Marijuana Distribution Crimes be Considered an Aggravated Felony for Immigration Law Purposes?

Should Marijuana Distribution Crimes be Considered an Aggravated Felony for Immigration Law Purposes?

In Moncrieffe v. Holder, No. 11-702, the United States Supreme Court held that if a non-citizen has a conviction for a marijuana distribution crime is not automatically an "aggravated felony" for immigration law purposes. Instead, a marijuana…
Apr 4
“The Cathy Jordan Medical Cannabis Act” - Legalizing Medical Marijuana in Florida

“The Cathy Jordan Medical Cannabis Act” - Legalizing Medical Marijuana in Florida

Although it is currently stalled in committee, Florida State Senate Bill 1250 was introduced by Florida State Senator Jeff Clemens of Lake Worth. The bill is called the “The Cathy Jordan Medical Cannabis Act.” It would allow…
Mar 25
2014: Year of Florida's Constitutional Amendment to Legalize Weed? Ask John Morgan

2014: Year of Florida's Constitutional Amendment to Legalize Weed? Ask John Morgan

Constitutional Amendment to Legalize Marijuana in in 2014Say what you want about John Morgan, he is willing to step up to the plate for legalizing medical marijuana in Florida in 2014. That's right, the big time personal injury attorney in …

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Michigan Criminal Defense Lawyer…

Michigan Criminal Defense Lawyer Blog

Comments on Michigan news and criminal law. By The Law Office of Steven L. Schwartz.

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

Apr 24
Michigan State Statue Victim of Vandalism

Michigan State Statue Victim of Vandalism

A statute on Michigan State's campus was the victim of "spirited" vandalism over the weekend, the university's police reported. So far, no suspects have been reported in the crime, which is believed to have occurred last weekend. Early…
Apr 17
Michigan Man Charged for Role in Murdering his Wife

Michigan Man Charged for Role in Murdering his Wife

A man whose wife was killed by a handyman some 15 months ago, was formally charged last week for his alleged role in the crime. Bob Bashara was charged with first degree murder for allegedly forcing the handyman to carry out the crime. In…
Apr 10
Detroit Police Find Two Bodies at Scene of Suspected Arson

Detroit Police Find Two Bodies at Scene of Suspected Arson

Police announced earlier this month that they found two bodies, that of a man and a woman, amid the destruction at the site of a Detroit medical facility that was burned to the ground. According to reports, shots were fired shortly before the…

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Maryland Lawyer Blog

Covers criminal and personal injury topics such as auto accidents, criminal law, medical malpractice, practicing law, and products liability. By Ronald V. Miller of the Law Offices of Miller & Zois.

http://www.marylandlawyerblog.com/

Apr 18
Ripken Baseball Gender Discrimination Lawsuit to Continue

Ripken Baseball Gender Discrimination Lawsuit to Continue

A federal judge in Baltimore ruled that a gender discrimination lawsuit against Ripken Professional Baseball will continue, rejecting Ripken's argument that the case should be dismissed or that arbitration should be compelled. Interesting…
Apr 18
In-N-Out Burger and Grab-N-Go Burgers Work It All Out

In-N-Out Burger and Grab-N-Go Burgers Work It All Out

Our national nightmare is over. In-N-Out Burger has reached a settlement it is trademark infringement lawsuit against claims against Grab-N-Go Burgers. In-N-Out-Burger's lawsuit alleged that Grab-N-Go stole its menu ideas and graphic design.…
Apr 4
Accounting Firm Loses Bid to Secure Coverage

Accounting Firm Loses Bid to Secure Coverage

Judge William D. Quarles Jr. denied a motion for summary judgment filed by an account firm in a declaratory judgment action seeking coverage for a malpractice claim. A claim against Trice, Geary & Myers alleged that the firm recommended…

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Atlanta Criminal Lawyer Blog

Covers traffic and criminal law news. By Nagel & Associates.

http://www.atlantacriminallawyerblog.com/

Apr 17
Atlanta Attorney Tom Nagel explains the Court Plea & Arraignment Proce

Atlanta Attorney Tom Nagel explains the Court Plea & Arraignment Proce

You've been charged with a traffic violation, city ordinance violation, been arrested for a misdemeanor or felony and posted bond. What happens next? ARRAIGNMENT Your first court appearance is called Arraignment. The judge or clerk will…
Mar 12
Mug Shot Removal Law Passes Georgia House of Representative

Mug Shot Removal Law Passes Georgia House of Representative

You've been arrested. You hire an attorney and your charges are eventually dismissed. What's next? Google your name and see if your mug shot appears. You might find your book-in photo on one or more of the seventeen different mug shot…
Jan 29
Attorney Thomas Nagel discusses police reports containing false allegation

Attorney Thomas Nagel discusses police reports containing false allegation

You got arrested for DUI. You pick up your arrest report from the police department. As you read through the report you can't believe it what you are reading. You are in shock. Thats not what happened. The officer is lying! What do you…

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Essex County NJ Criminal Attorney

Covers criminal and traffic offenses in New Jersey. By Todd Palumbo.

http://essexcountynjcriminalattorneys.wordpress.com

Apr 15
Hearsay – New Jersey Evidence – What is it

Hearsay – New Jersey Evidence – What is it

The text-book definition of hearsay is as follows: an out of court statement other than the one made by the declarant while testifying at the trial or hearing, offered in evidence to prove the truth of the matter asserted. This…
Apr 11
Alibi Witness – New Jersey Law – Criminal Procedure

Alibi Witness – New Jersey Law – Criminal Procedure

An alibi witness is a defense to a criminal charge. Having an alibi means that you were not present in the location were the alleged offense took place. In New Jersey, unlike in some other jurisdictions, there is a requirement that the…
Apr 4
Didn’t Show for Court and Now There is Warrant for My Arrest – New Jersey

Didn’t Show for Court and Now There is Warrant for My Arrest – New Jersey

Common problem and a frequent phone call that I receive. Short answer is the more serious the offense, the more likely the situation will be complicated to resolve. For example, you are charged with a disorderly persons offense such as…

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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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New York Criminal Lawyer Blog

Covers New York criminal law news. By Law Offices of Stephen Bilkis & Associates.

http://www.newyorkcriminallawyer24-7blog.com/

Mar 9
Woman is continuously found to be driven while under the influence of alcohol

Woman is continuously found to be driven while under the influence of alcohol

This case is regarding a defendant who was questioned by officers because she has been repeatedly found to be under the influence of liquor. The defendant was charged with a twin criminal charge of having more than the prescribed alcohol…
Mar 6
Prisoner tries to get sentence reduced

Prisoner tries to get sentence reduced

This is a case for judgment pursuant to Article 78 of the CPLR that was created by the petitioner, including his June 23, 2010 Affidavit in Support of Order to Show Cause, verified on June 23, 2010 and filed in St. Lawrence County Clerk's…
Mar 2
The appeal brings up for review the fact-finding order dated November 22, 2004.

The appeal brings up for review the fact-finding order dated November 22, 2004.

A Lawyer said that, in a juvenile delinquency proceeding pursuant to Family Court Act article 3, defendant appealed the order of disposition of the Family Court, Queens County, dated February 10, 2005, which, upon a fact-finding order of the…

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Judging Crimes

Covers criminal law, violent crime and the judiciary. By Joel Jacobsen.

http://www.joeljacobsen.com/journal/

Feb 10
Sweet potatoe

Sweet potatoe

When was America discovered (by humans)? Not 1492, when Columbus sailed the ocean blue. First there were the people from eastern Asia, of course, who arrived many thousands of years ago. Lately there's some renewed debate about exactly…
Jan 17
Getting back to blogging

Getting back to blogging

It's been a refreshing nap. But now I think it's time to get back to blogging. I came very close to burning through my remaining stock of idealism by writing Judging Crimes. Practicing law means chasing trivialities in the pursuit of…
Jul 15
439. Armed incoherence watch

439. Armed incoherence watch

The Chicago gun control decision was a great liberal triumph, the culmination of nearly 50 years of such triumphs. It shows the wonderful influence William Brennan continues to exert beyond the grave. (See post 365.)

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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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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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Frisco DWI Lawyer & Attorney…

Frisco DWI Lawyer & Attorney Blog

Covers Texas DUI/DWI, blood tests, breath tests, and field sobriety tests. By Hunter Biederman.

http://www.friscodwilawyer.com/

Dec 26
Gas Chromatography Lecture

Gas Chromatography Lecture

I'm pleased to report that I have been selected to speak at this years, "Gideon's Trumpet" seminar in Wichita Falls. My topic this year will be DWI Blood Testing: A Simplified Overview of Gas Chromatography. Or more…
Sep 13
Deputy Suspended for Illegal Stop and Arrest

Deputy Suspended for Illegal Stop and Arrest

Not too long ago I posted comments about my clients illegal stop and arrest. Now it seems that the Deputy has been sanctioned by the Sheriff's department. Below is the the video with comments from me on WFAA Channel 8.
Jun 21
Attorney comments on the Illegal Stop and Arrest of DFW Memorial Day Biker

Attorney comments on the Illegal Stop and Arrest of DFW Memorial Day Biker

Last night, WFAA's David Schechter ran a story featuring myself and my client after an obviously illegal stop and illegal arrest.

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San Diego Criminal Attorneys Blog

Covers California criminal law topics, including DUI, search and seizure, white collar crimes and sex crimes. By Sean F. Leslie.

http://www.sandiegocriminalattorneysblog.com/

Dec 18
Too Much Merriment ~ Be Aware San Diego Law Enforcement is Out There

Too Much Merriment ~ Be Aware San Diego Law Enforcement is Out There

Many are of you are truly enjoying this merry season by celebrating with friends and family. This joyous time of year is filled with festivities, good food, holiday cocktails, and fun. Unfortunately, news reports indicate that some holiday…
Dec 10
San Diego Law Enforcement is Cracking Down on DUIs to Help Save Lives!

San Diego Law Enforcement is Cracking Down on DUIs to Help Save Lives!

As you celebrate this holiday season at festive parties filled with family, friends, and fun, please keep in mind that San Diego Law Enforcement is cracking down on DUIs to help save lives! "Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over" is the task force…
Dec 4
Honor National Drunk Driving Prevention Month ~ Celebrate the Holidays Responsibly

Honor National Drunk Driving Prevention Month ~ Celebrate the Holidays Responsibly

With DUI's on the rise during this festive time of year, it is a great time to remember how important it is to celebrate responsibly. In fact, the merrymaking month of December has been designated as the National Drunk and Drugged Driving…

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Songy Law Blog

Covers Mississippi law. By Joseph D. Songy.

http://songylaw.com/lawyers-blog/

Dec 5
Drunk Driving During the Holiday

Drunk Driving During the Holiday

The holiday season is a time to be spent with family and friends, celebrating the year past and looking forward to the one about to begin. While this can create a great opportunity for socializing, it can also present a … Continue…
Nov 21
Tips for Making Divorce Easier with Children

Tips for Making Divorce Easier with Children

Divorce is a complex matter, no matter how amicable your split with your partner may be. While a couple who is pursuing a no-contest divorce may find divorce to be easier than other couples, they will still have a number … Continue…
Nov 12
Legal Consultation, Attorney Service, and Your Case in Mississippi

Legal Consultation, Attorney Service, and Your Case in Mississippi

When you think about professional law related services and consultancy in matters pertaining to divorce settlement, child custody, criminal defense and a host of other areas, you must look for the services of one such company which has got…

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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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San Antonio Criminal Lawyers Blog

Covers Texas criminal law. By Dayna L. Jones.

http://www.sanantoniocriminallawyersblog.com/

Nov 17
Texas Death Row: Cameron Todd Willingham Deserves Posthumous Pardon

Texas Death Row: Cameron Todd Willingham Deserves Posthumous Pardon

In the early morning hours of December 23, 1991, a fire quickly spread through the Texas home of Cameron Todd Willingham and Stacy Kuykendall. Kuykendall had already left the house to run errands.
Nov 7
San Antonio, Texas: Bexar County Prosecutor Will Be Missed

San Antonio, Texas: Bexar County Prosecutor Will Be Missed

The Bexar County legal community is still reeling from the loss of Assistant District Attorney Charles 'Chip" Rich III. He passed away on Monday, November 5, 2012. Colleagues remember him as outstanding, caring, professional, courteous,…
Oct 30
Supreme Court to Hear "Dog Sniff" Case

Supreme Court to Hear "Dog Sniff" Case

The Supreme Court of the United States is now in session. Two cases are to be heard on Wednesday, October 31. They are both from Florida and both involve the use of police dogs in the gathering of evidence in regards to illegal narcotics.

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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…

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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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For the Defense

Covers criminal law. By John M. Kaman.

http://sfcriminallawyer.blogspot.com/

Aug 16
CARRIE E. SKOLNICK: ROGUE DISTRICT ATTORNEY

CARRIE E. SKOLNICK: ROGUE DISTRICT ATTORNEY

If you ever encounter Alameda County Assistant District Attorney Carrie Skolnick you'll learn why she is a rogue DA. A rogue is someone who doesn't follow the rules, bends the law in unjustified ways, and engages in…
Jun 12
The Truth About Robert Lee Marshall

The Truth About Robert Lee Marshall

Note: the opinions expressed in this article either come from commentators on Marshall or his own e-mails. This blogger expresses no opinion. You decide.An introduction to Robert Lee Marshall, Chico attorney:
Feb 5
SF DA Nancy Tung Has History of Distorting Evidence

SF DA Nancy Tung Has History of Distorting Evidence

I discovered the following account of previous misconduct on the part of Tung in an article written by Jack Cashil, who also wrote "What's Wrong With SF," which I haven't read. You can find the article which I have reprinted at…

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New Jersey Criminal Lawyer Blog

Covers Burglary, Disorderly Conduct, Drug Possession, Drugs, Fraud, and Search and Seizure issues. Published By Chamlin, Rosen, Uliano & Witherington

http://www.newjerseycriminallawyerblog.com/

Jul 27
Is Possession of "Bath Salts" a crime in New Jersey?

Is Possession of "Bath Salts" a crime in New Jersey?

As of July 10, 2012, yes, possession of "bath salts" is a federal crime that carries with it penalties similar to those if found with traditional drugs such as heroine or cocaine. The bath salt epidemic has become an increasing problem for…
Jul 12
Boozin' While Cruisin' Is A Recipe For Disaster: Drinking and Boating

Boozin' While Cruisin' Is A Recipe For Disaster: Drinking and Boating

As it heats up outside many locals from Monmouth and Ocean Counties jump aboard their boats, sailboats, fishing boats, speedboats, catamarans, row boats, kayaks and canoes to have fun in the sun. But beware, after several hours of boating…
Jul 8
NJ Courts: GPS Tracking Not an Invasion of Privacy

NJ Courts: GPS Tracking Not an Invasion of Privacy

Life is getting rougher on the cheating husband or wife, and divorce cases may just see an uptick. Technology has made it easier for a private investigator to catch a disloyal spouse in the act (of doing something disloyal), and the New…

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Virginia Criminal and Traffic Law…

Virginia Criminal and Traffic Law Blog

Discusses recent cases and legislation in Virginia concerning criminal law and procedure, traffic and DUI law, and relevant constitutional issues. By Charles Homiller.

http://homillerlaw.typepad.com/criminaltrafficlaw/

Jul 7
Bieber cited for speeding on LA freeway | accessAtlanta

Bieber cited for speeding on LA freeway | accessAtlanta

Bieber cited for speeding on LA freeway | accessAtlanta.
Oct 14
Seven felony charge

Seven felony charge

Seven felony charges certified against man accused of shooting his 101 year old grandmother.
Jul 4
Don't Ignore Your Reckless Driving Charge

Don't Ignore Your Reckless Driving Charge

All too often I receive calls from individuals who received a reckless driving charge, but didn't think it was a big deal. The problem is that by the time they call, the court date has passed, the appeal deadline has passed, and…

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Aaron A. Pelley Blawg

Examines legal topics and news in Washington state. By Pelley Law, PLLC.

http://washingtonstatecriminaldefense.com

Jul 6
US v McKinley

US v McKinley

An exciting ruling for Medical Cannabis Lawyers came out of Eastern District of Washington. You can read coverage from other bloggers here. In short, the Judge held that medical cannabis is decriminalized and that a plain and ordinary reading…
Nov 29
Case Law Update 11-25-11

Case Law Update 11-25-11

From the Desk of Dena Alo-Colbeck The following criminal cases of note were decided this week: Washington State Law Division One Court of Appeals State v. Duncalf: The Court upheld the jury’s general and special verdicts, finding that the…
Nov 21
Case Law Update 11-18-11

Case Law Update 11-18-11

The following criminal cases of note were decided this week: Washington State Law Washington State Supreme Court Personal Restraint of Coats: The court reviewed a challenge to Mr. Coats’ judgment and sentence that was brought…

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