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4criminaldefense blog

4criminaldefense blog

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

http://www.4criminaldefense.com/blog.aspx
  • Jun 16

    Los Angeles Man Arrested for Murder of 1 Year Old Baby

    Los Angeles Man Arrested for Murder of 1 Year Old Baby
    A 32 year old (former) father was arrested yesterday after his one year old infant died at a local hospital as a result of head and neck injuries. Authorities have David Vasquez in custody in lieu of one million dollars bail. He is thought to…
  • Jun 10

    Children Held Illegally in Immigration Jails for Month

    Children Held Illegally in Immigration Jails for Month
    Young Immigrants Held In Adult Jails for Months A recent report from the United States Immigration and Customs Enforcement Office (ICE) stated that over 1,300 juveniles were held in adult immigration detention facilities for days and some…
  • Jun 3

    Medicare Fraud Suspect Arrested at LAX

    Medicare Fraud Suspect Arrested at LAX
    One of Medicare's most wanted fugitives was arrested today after he voluntarily flew back to Los Angeles from South Korea. Won Suk Lee, a Huntington Park acupuncturist, was said to have fraudulently billed Medicare over 2 million dollars for…
Rank this Week: 1929

7th Circuit Criminal Law Alert

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/
Rank this Week: 2319

A Blues Like Down Home

A Blues Like Down Home

A public defender blog.

http://thejuveniledefender.blogspot.com/
  • Oct 30

    Drunk for Sentencing!

    Drunk for Sentencing!
    So now...What kind of mental thought process must one go through to think...
  • Oct 15

    "But...He's a Good Father"

    "But...He's a Good Father"
    "Girl You Ought to Bash Mister's Head Open and Think About Heaven Later!" - Quote from The Color PurpleThose are the words that immediately popped into my mind after seeing her again. I was making my way out of the courtroom when she stopped…
  • Oct 9

    It only took two and half years...

    It only took two and half years...
    But I finally got it! My very first jury trial. Now previously I've been in Juvenile Court, and the only time Juveniles in my jurisdiction get a jury is when they are either certified or facing some type of adult prison sentence. I'd always…
Rank this Week: 3695

A Public Defender

A Public Defender

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

http://publicdefender.typepad.com/public_defender_blog/
  • Oct 24

    A ray of sunlight in East Haven

    A ray of sunlight in East Haven
    the land of steady racism
  • Oct 24

    The Right to Counsel of Choice

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

    The torture of isolation

    The torture of isolation
    The more one is utterly alone, the more the mind comes to reflect the cell; it becomes blank static…  Solitary confinement is not some sort of cathartic horror of blazing nerves and searing skin and heads smashing blindly into walls and…
Rank this Week: 1295

Aaron A. Pelley Blawg

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…
Rank this Week: 5192

Abolish Life Without Parole…

Abolish Life Without Parole Sentences for Children in the USA

Covers the imposition of life without parole sentences on juveniles.

http://abolish-jlwop.blogspot.com/
  • Jul 11

    ACLU of Michigan Juvenile Justice Time

    ACLU of Michigan Juvenile Justice Time
    ACLU of Michigan Juvenile Justice Times Newsletter   Please go to this link to read the entire newsletter. Here is an excerpt:In the Courts: Are Juvenile Life Without Parole Sentences Cruel and Unusual Punishment?
  • Jun 25

    Nation’s High Court Ends Mandatory Life Without Parole Sentences for Youth

    Nation’s High Court Ends Mandatory Life Without Parole Sentences for Youth
     by Efren Paredes, Jr. Today the U.S. Supreme Court issued an opinion abolishing life without parole (LWOP) sentences for the 2,500 prisoners across the U.S. who were condemned to die in prison for crimes they were convicted of as juveniles.
  • Feb 17

    Juvenile life without Parole sentencing…

    Juvenile life without Parole sentencing infographics at: http://infographiclist.com/2012/02/17/juvenile-life-without-parole-sentencing-infographic/#comment-1777
Rank this Week: 3341

Abolish the Death Penalty

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…
Rank this Week: 1707

Adam's Law Blog

Adam's Law Blog

Covers criminal justice, small claims court, practice management.

http://www.aglawblog.ca
  • May 9

    Las Vegas Public Defender Retreat: Interview With Dave Rendahl

    Las Vegas Public Defender Retreat: Interview With Dave Rendahl
    For the past four years I have been privileged to attend the annual Public Defender Retreat in Las Vegas. This year the conference was attended by over 20 of my colleagues from Toronto as well as lawyers from across Ontario (my first year…
  • May 8

    Being Masked During an Unlawful Assembly or Riot

    Being Masked During an Unlawful Assembly or Riot
    Yesterday I was interviewed for a Global National story about Conservative MP Blake Richards’ private member’s bill seeking to make it a criminal offence to be masked while participating in a riot or unlawful assembly and includes some…
  • May 5

    Las Vegas Public Defender Retreat: Interview With Dave Rendahl

    Las Vegas Public Defender Retreat: Interview With Dave Rendahl
    For the past four years I have been privileged to attend the annual Public Defender Retreat in Las Vegas. This year the conference was attended by over 20 of my colleagues from Toronto as well as lawyers from across Ontario (my first year…
Rank this Week: 4596

Advocate's Almanac

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…
Rank this Week: 5090

Alabama Criminal Lawyer Blog

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…
Rank this Week: 4542

Alabama DUI Lawyer Blog

Alabama DUI Lawyer Blog

Covers news and updates on Alabama DUI cases. Published by Steven D. Eversole.

http://www.alabamaduilawyerblog.com/
  • Jun 12

    Birmingham DUIs Can be Quite Costly - Without a Lawyer

    Birmingham DUIs Can be Quite Costly - Without a Lawyer
    A recent article published in MSN Money talked about the high costs associated with being arrested for a DUI. And it's true: A DUI could easily cost you somewhere in the ballpark of $10,000 to $15,000, from start to finish. The first thing…
  • Jun 8

    Alabama Boating DUIs Spike in the Summer

    Alabama Boating DUIs Spike in the Summer
    Here in sunny Alabama, we aren't limited to the waterways solely in the summer months, but June does kick off the unofficial start of the boating season, coinciding with National Safe Boating Week. Our Birmingham boating DUI lawyers want to…
  • Jun 4

    Marijuana DUI Victory Proves Per Se Drug Limits Pointle

    Marijuana DUI Victory Proves Per Se Drug Limits Pointle
    Many states are either considering or have already implemented a legal threshold for marijuana intoxication while behind the wheel. Several states have posed that anyone who tests positive for 0.05 nanograms of THC, the psychoactive…
Rank this Week: 1455

Alabama Law Blog of William…

Alabama Law Blog of William Pfeifer

Covers Alabama law.

http://williampfeifer.com/blog
  • Jun 12

    Alabama Appellate Lawyer on Facebook

    Alabama Appellate Lawyer on Facebook
    We have now launched an appellate law page on Facebook called Alabama Appellate Lawyer. On this page, we will be sharing a variety of information related to Alabama law with a particular focus on issues related to appeals. If you are a…
  • May 24

    Alabama Criminal Appeal Forms – How to File a Criminal Appeal in Alabama

    Alabama Criminal Appeal Forms – How to File a Criminal Appeal in Alabama
    What forms do you need to file a criminal appeal in Alabama? A Google search on this question will lead to a lot of appellate lawyer websites, but a list of which forms to file to start the appellate process is hard to find online. We are…
  • May 24

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

    Appellate Lawyer Website Plagiary – Hire the Original Rather than the Imitation
    Appellate lawyer website plagiary – sometimes it is done by lawyers and sometimes it is done by website designers working for lawyers. Either way, those who do it demonstrate both a lack of originality as well as a lack of ethics. It…
Rank this Week: 1682

Albany Lawyer

Albany Lawyer

Covers criminal defense, DWI, and the economics of small office law practice. By Warren Redlich.

http://albany-lawyer.blogspot.com/
  • May 11

    DUI Book

    DUI Book
    A new DUI book is coming soon from Albany lawyer Warren Redlich. The working title is "Fair DUI – How To Protect Yourself From The MADDness". In the book, Warren challenges some of the ideas pushed by Mothers Against Drunk…
  • May 4

    iPhone Shuffle Repeats Same Song: The Fix

    iPhone Shuffle Repeats Same Song: The Fix
    A friend was experiencing a really annoying problem with her iPhone. She would hit shuffle within a playlist or album. Instead of shuffling the songs on that list, it would repeat the first song over and over. Took me a while to figure it…
  • Apr 26

    Florida School Parking Lots and Concealed Carry

    Florida School Parking Lots and Concealed Carry
    [L]icensed parents can legally carry a concealed weapon in the car during [school] pickup and drop-off [but cannot] carry a concealed weapon into a school building and not even ... outside the vehicle in the school parking lot. Read more…
Rank this Week: 2183

Albuquerque Criminal & DWI…

Albuquerque Criminal & DWI Information

By the Law Office of Anthony Spratley.

http://www.aspratley.com/q-a/
Rank this Week: 3830

Albuquerque Criminal Lawyer Blog

Albuquerque Criminal Lawyer Blog

Covers criminal law and DWI case updates and news. Published By Albuquerque, New Mexico firm Collins & Collins, P.C.

http://www.albuquerquecriminallawyerblog.com/
  • May 13

    The Withdrawal Defense, Statutes of Limitations and Burdens of Proof in Conspiracy Case

    The Withdrawal Defense, Statutes of Limitations and Burdens of Proof in Conspiracy Case
    Conspiracy charges are very common in New Mexico. The word conspiracy sounds may suggest something very serious, sinister and complex but in actuality it is a fairly simple charge to derive in criminal cases involving multiple defendants. …
  • Apr 25

    The Issue of Warrantless Non-Consensual Blood Draws in DWI Case

    The Issue of Warrantless Non-Consensual Blood Draws in DWI Case
    In the case of Missouri v. McNeely , the United States Supreme Court recently addressed the legality of a warrantless, non-consensual blood draw in a DWI investigation. More specifically, the Court addressed whether there could be a per se…
  • Apr 24

    New Mexico Domestic Violence Law

    New Mexico Domestic Violence Law
    In New Mexico there are several laws that protect victims from domestic violence crimes. These laws set forth specific penalties for certain violent behaviors. Generally, under New Mexico law a crime may be considered a domestic violence…
Rank this Week: 3544

Albuquerque Law Blog

Albuquerque Law Blog

Covers bankruptcy and criminal law issues. and By Baca, Findlay, & Dziak, LLC.

http://www.abqlawblog.com/
  • Jan 6

    Maintaining Limited Liability - New Mexico Business Attorney

    Maintaining Limited Liability - New Mexico Business Attorney
    You may be in danger of personal liability should you or the business fail to comply with the regulations that pertain to your company's operations.  The following are some key criteria in maintaining limited liability standing. This list is…
  • Dec 16

    The Effect of Pre-Existing Injuries on your Personal Injury Claim

    The Effect of Pre-Existing Injuries on your Personal Injury Claim
    Below is an article by Keith Findlay of Baca, Findlay, & Dziak, LLC. Keith handles a variety of legal issues, but focuses heavily in personal injury. If you've been injured, Keith is the right Albuquerque personal injury attorney to help…
  • Jul 27

    Beyond a Reasonable Doubt

    Beyond a Reasonable Doubt
    Its been a while since I've posted any new articles, fortunately we've been busy at the law firm but here is an article written by my law partner, Keith Findlay: As a Albuquerque Criminal Defense Lawyer we are frequently asked what…
Rank this Week: 3782

Alpharetta Attorney Blog

Alpharetta Attorney Blog

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

http://www.alpharettaattorneyblog.com/
  • Jan 29

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

    Atlanta Credit Card Debt Attorney Can Help Protect Your Reputation & Avoid Credit Repair Scam
    High Credit Card Debt Can Damage Your Reputation & Make You Susceptible to Credit Repair Scams While the economy seems to be slowly improving, many people are still struggling to catch up financially. Many individuals and families may…
  • Jan 23

    Underage Drinking Can Have Serious Consequences Reaching Far into the Future

    Underage Drinking Can Have Serious Consequences Reaching Far into the Future
    An article on teenage drinking in the Barnstable-Hyannis Patch back in August, 2012 asks the question, "Would you serve a teenager alcohol or lift a glass with one?" There are many people who might answer yes. Many of us drank alcohol before…
  • Jan 18

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

    Vehicle Accidents are Among the Leading Causes of Death in the United State
    According to the Center for Disease Control in Atlanta, motor vehicle accidents are one of the leading causes of death in the United States. The CDC tracks accident statistics and does research on its findings to try to help improve car…
Rank this Week: 3661

Andrew D. Stine Blog

Andrew D. Stine Blog

Covers Florida criminal law and defenses.

http://www.andrewdstine.com/home/blog.aspx
  • Jun 19

    Your Consultation with a Criminal Defense Attorney

    Your Consultation with a Criminal Defense Attorney
    If you are accused of a crime, your freedom, your family, your reputation, your immigration status, and your job may be at stake. The outcome you receive in the criminal justice system depends upon the experience and knowledge of the defense…
  • Jun 17

    Marijuana Arrests in Palm Beach County

    Marijuana Arrests in Palm Beach County
    In Palm Beach County, blacks per capita are arrested for marijuana possession nearly five times the rate of whites, according to a recent survey by the ACLU (source).Palm Beach County Sheriff Ric Bradshaw and West Palm Beach NAACP President…
  • Jun 14

    Animal Cruelty Laws and Animal Cruelty Charge

    Animal Cruelty Laws and Animal Cruelty Charge
    Man faces charges after his 2 dogs die, left in hot carAn Avon Park man is in jail today after Port St. Lucie police say he left his two dogs in his car without the engine running, causing them to die from heat exhaustion.Carl A. Castilow, a…
Rank this Week: 856

Andrew Flusche, Virginia Lawyer

Andrew Flusche, Virginia Lawyer

Covers small business, criminal, IP, and estate planning issues.

http://www.andrewflusche.com
  • Jun 19

    Reckless Driving in Fredericksburg Penaltie

    Reckless Driving in Fredericksburg Penaltie
    If you’re facing a reckless driving in Fredericksburg ticket, you need to know what penalties you’re looking at. The maximum punishment for reckless driving can range up to one year in jail, a $2,500.00 fine and/or license…
  • Jun 18

    Reckless Driving Penalties in Stafford, Virginia

    Reckless Driving Penalties in Stafford, Virginia
    When you’re faced with a reckless driving charge in Stafford County, Virginia, you may be wondering what the penalties are that you’re facing. Unfortunately, the information that you find online isn’t very helpful a lot of…
  • Jun 17

    Virginia Reckless Driving – Out of State Driver

    Virginia Reckless Driving – Out of State Driver
    Are you an out of state driver who’s charged with Virginia reckless driving? You’re probably confused about whether or not you have to come to court and wondering what will happen. Why can’t you just pay this stupid ticket?…
Rank this Week: 715

Anthony M. Snyder & Associates,…

Anthony M. Snyder & Associates, PLLC

Covers life, the law and Michigan politics.

http://tonysnyder.com/law/
  • May 4

    Got A Little Charlie Sheen On Your Hands?

    Got A Little Charlie Sheen On Your Hands?
    The title to this article is both humorous, and yet more appropriate to your life than you might realize. When I was a kid, my mother used to always say to me, “The way you like to spend money, you’d better grow up to be a brain surgeon…
  • Apr 30

    Hit The Lottery, Let Everyone Know!

    Hit The Lottery, Let Everyone Know!
    For those of us that live in Michigan, there may be a “nice problem to have” in your future. Ever play Mega Millions or Powerball and dream of what a life with an extra $300+ million would be like? We all had Mega Millions fever last…
  • Feb 22

    Tea For Two

    Tea For Two
    Have you seen this article yet? Here’s the quick and dirty: Two high school boys were in a fight on school property. A female teacher sees the fight, verbally attempts to break up the fight, when she’s unsuccessful she pours her hot tea…
Rank this Week: 4982

Arbitrary and Capricious

Arbitrary and Capricious

Covers criminal law.

http://skellywright.blogspot.com/
Rank this Week: 1376

Arizona Criminal Defense Attorney…

Arizona Criminal Defense Attorney Blog

Find Arizona criminal laws and information for criminal defense defendants by Tempe AZ lawyer criminal defense attorney and Arizona drunk driving legal representation.

http://www.arizonacriminaldefenseattorneyblog.com/
  • Jun 9

    US Supreme Court Rules No Warrant Needed to Collect DNA if Arrested

    US Supreme Court Rules No Warrant Needed to Collect DNA if Arrested
    Impact of Maryland v. King Ruling on Arizona: What it gives and what it takes. Privacy rights were outweighed by law enforcement interests in the United States Supreme Court's June 3rd ruling in Maryland v. King. In this case, the Court…
  • May 31

    "Remaining Silent" under the Fifth Amendment Should Not Infer Guilt

    "Remaining Silent" under the Fifth Amendment Should Not Infer Guilt
    No "substantial penalties" can be imposed as a result of exercising their Fifth Amendment Rights Most people know they have a Fifth Amendment right not to be forced to incriminate oneself. This right encompasses not only the right not to…
  • May 23

    Will Tough Arizona DUI Laws Get Even Tougher?

    Will Tough Arizona DUI Laws Get Even Tougher?
    How National Agency's Recommendations Will Impact Arizona Drivers Arizona has tough DUI laws. They may get tougher, but not by much. The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), an independent federal agency, recently recommended, among…
Rank this Week: 4417

Arizona Criminal Defense Attorney…

Arizona Criminal Defense Attorney Blog

Covers criminal law issues from the point of view of a former state prosecutor turned criminal defense attorney. By Kyle Green.

http://www.criminaldefenseattorneykg.com/
  • Jun 14

    Missouri v. McNeely - What's it mean for Arizona drivers?

    Missouri v. McNeely - What's it mean for Arizona drivers?
    After much delay we're finally back with a blog post. This week's post, we're talking about the new Supreme Court decision in Missouri v. McNeely decided in April of this year. In the McNealy case a driver of an…
  • Sep 10

    Do I Get a Court-Appointed Attorney?

    Do I Get a Court-Appointed Attorney?
    Am I entitled to a free attorney? That question can only be answered if a number of factors are met when an individual is charged with a crime. When individuals are charged with misdemeanor crimes they are only entitled to an attorney if…
  • Aug 13

    I've been convicted - now what?

    I've been convicted - now what?
    When and individual is convicted of a crime they have two major avenues in which they can go about trying to overturn that conviction.
Rank this Week: 2467

Arizona Criminal Law & Sex Crimes…

Arizona Criminal Law & Sex Crimes Post

Covers crimes and criminal defense. By Vladimir Gagic.

http://www.azcriminallawsexcrimes.com/
  • Jun 18

    Arizona Medical Marijuana Card will not stop a DUI charge

    Arizona Medical Marijuana Card will not stop a DUI charge
    Whenever I talk to people about Arizona laws, I can't help but think it probably seems like I am speaking Greek. That is quite a sad state of affairs in a nation that prides itself on being "of the people, for the people, and by the…
  • Jun 3

    A DUI suspect's consent to a blood draw must be voluntary

    A DUI suspect's consent to a blood draw must be voluntary
    I thought I had heard it all, and not in a million years would I think that the very conservative Arizona Supreme Court would not fall in conformity to the Thin Blue Line. Thankfully, I am wrong. In a Earth shattering decision, the Arizona…
  • May 24

    Should Jodi Arias Accept a life sentence? No...

    Should Jodi Arias Accept a life sentence? No...
    One of the peculiarities of the death penalty process in Arizona is that the same jury that decides guilt or innocence also decides whether someone convicted of first degree murder is sentenced to life or to death. In the Jodi Arias trial, as…
Rank this Week: 2818

Arizona Criminal Lawyer Blog

Arizona Criminal Lawyer Blog

Covers Arizona state crimes. By Koplow & Patane.

http://www.arizonacriminaldefenseblog.com
  • Feb 21

    Arizona Case Law Update – The First Daubert Decision

    Arizona Case Law Update – The First Daubert Decision
    This month the Arizona Court of Appeals rejected the argument that a judge does not have the discretion to hold a pretrial hearing on the reliability of scientific evidence. Since January 1, 2012 when Arizona adopted the Federal Daubert…
  • Aug 15

    A Quick And Dirty Daubert Explanation

    A Quick And Dirty Daubert Explanation
    Daubert is the name of an United States Supreme Court case regarding the admissibility of scientific evidence: Daubert v. Merrell Dow Pharmaceuticals, Inc.  While the case was decided in 1993, it’s holdings are new to…
  • Jul 7

    The United States Supreme Court’s Decision on S.B. 1070

    The United States Supreme Court’s Decision on S.B. 1070
    Here is a well written explanation of the Supreme Court’s decision on S.B. 1070 – The Arizona Immigration Statute written by Amy Howe of the SCOTUS Blog: Click Here ;
Rank this Week: 5215

Arizona DUI Defense Blog

Arizona DUI Defense Blog

Covers Arizona DUI laws, DUI penalties, field sobriety tests and vehicular assault. By Koplow & Patane.

http://duiblog.arizonaduicenter.com/
  • May 8

    THE NEW ARIZONA DUI LAWS ARE HERE!

    THE NEW ARIZONA DUI LAWS ARE HERE!
    It's true - Arizona has reduced the penalties for DUI convictions.  Here are some of the highlights:
  • Feb 5

    Blood Testing Is About More Than A Machine

    Blood Testing Is About More Than A Machine
    In DUI cases, an accurate blood test result requires more than just the blood tester to be working properly. A reliable test results requires more than than what the machine (the blood tester) provides.  As shown below, see the machine is…
  • Oct 26

    Interview with KTAR's Jay Lawrence

    Interview with KTAR's Jay Lawrence
    This past Sunday I was interviewed by local radio station KTAR's Jay Lawrence on a number of Arizona DUI issues, including:
Rank this Week: 4952

Arkansas DWI & Criminal Law…

Arkansas DWI & Criminal Law Blog

Discusses Arkansas DWi and criminal law issues. By Brad J. Williams.

http://www.bennwill.com/blog
  • Jan 10

    Cops, Ignorance & Tiara

    Cops, Ignorance & Tiara
    Miss University of Arkansas, Sarah Gafvert, was arrested a few months ago on a charge of Arkansas DWI.  As I recall, there was the typical rush to judgment on Ms. Gafvert’s guilt.  However, as this ABC News story points out,…
  • Jan 10

    “The Best Around”

    “The Best Around”
    2012 was another successful year at Bennett & Williams.  More proof that if you’re looking for the best dwi/dui lawyers in Arkansas, you need look no further: Tommy and Brad were the only DWI lawyers voted Best Lawyers in…
  • Dec 1

    Best in Show

    Best in Show
    Congratulations to Tommy, Brad, and Chip!  All 3 of our attorneys made this year’s DWI lawyer list in the 2011 Mid-South Super Lawyers issue.  It’s always nice when other people recognize what most people already know.  :)
Rank this Week: 2336

Arnold & Wadsworth Blog

Arnold & Wadsworth Blog

Covers DUI defense in Utah.

http://utahduiattorneys.wordpress.com/
  • Jan 1

    72 arrests result from New Year’s DUI blitz | ksl.com

    72 arrests result from New Year’s DUI blitz | ksl.com
    72 arrests result from New Year’s DUI blitz | ksl.com. If you have been arrested for a DUI you need legal representation. At Arnold & Wadsworth we offer a free consultation. Give us a call today at (801) 475-0123.   DUI Salt Lake City,…
  • Dec 23

    DUI Tips in Utah – Arnold & Wadsworth

    DUI Tips in Utah – Arnold & Wadsworth
    After being released from an embarrassing and frightening journey through the DUI arrest process you need to be prepared to take IMMEDIATE action. Being aware of the steps to take as soon as you are released from jail will ensure that your…
  • Dec 20

    Utah DUI Lawyers – Arnold & Wadsworth

    Utah DUI Lawyers – Arnold & Wadsworth
    1. Behave Innocent & Safe
Rank this Week: 1972

Arnold & Wadsworth Blog

Arnold & Wadsworth Blog

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

http://arnoldwadsworth.com/attorneys/blog/
  • Jun 8

    Police Officer Steed | DUI Utah New

    Police Officer Steed | DUI Utah New
    Disgraced and uncredible Steed asks for her job back During a recent two-day administrative hearing on Utah’s capitol hill, former Utah Highway Patrol officer Lisa Steed admitted to “making mistakes” and acknowledged that…
  • Jun 1

    Pride Festival | Utah

    Pride Festival | Utah
    Arnold & Wadsworth offers a free consultation to all potential clients. This enables the client to get to know and understand the process and their lawyer. Call today for a free consultation. This week GLBT and Allies celebrate Salt…
  • May 29

    Jodi Arias | Hung Jury | Utah Criminal Defense Lawyer

    Jodi Arias | Hung Jury | Utah Criminal Defense Lawyer
    The criminal defense lawyers at Arnold & Wadsworth can protect your constitutional rights if you are facing criminal charges in Utah. The Salt Lake City criminal defense attorneys at Arnold & Wadsworth offer a free consultation in…
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Asia Death Penalty

Asia Death Penalty

Provides information about the death penalty in Asia.

http://asiadeathpenalty.blogspot.com/
  • Feb 14

    Historical interest

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

    Glimpse of Chan family pain

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

    Australian PM backs Chan clemency

    Australian PM backs Chan clemency
    Gillard against Chan death penaltyBy Petrina Berry18 June 2011AAP on The Brisbane TimesPrime Minister Julia Gillard hasn't ruled out appealing to Indonesia's president personally to have the death penalty against convicted Bali Nine…
Rank this Week: 858

Ask the AZ DUI Attorney

Ask the AZ DUI Attorney

Discusses issues related to DUI defense in Arizona. By Craig Rosenstein.

http://www.asktheazduiattorney.com/
  • Jun 27

    Rosenstein Law Group Welcomes A New DUI Attorney

    Rosenstein Law Group Welcomes A New DUI Attorney
    The lawyers at Rosenstein Law Group, PLLC, headed by Craig Rosenstein, work hard to obtain the best outcomes in their clients cases, all the while maintaining the good professional relationships needed to help their clients in court. In…
  • Jun 13

    Losing Driving Privileges Due to an AZ DUI: Loss Because of Arrest (Part 1 of 3)

    Losing Driving Privileges Due to an AZ DUI: Loss Because of Arrest (Part 1 of 3)
    Getting accused of a DUI is scary in Arizona. If convicted, one may lose his or her freedom, pay fines, have an ignition interlock device installed in his or her car, and have to attend multiple classes. However, the potential loss of driving…
  • May 11

    Craig Rosenstein Named a Super Lawyers "Rising Star"

    Craig Rosenstein Named a Super Lawyers "Rising Star"
    Attorney Craig J. Rosenstein of Rosenstein Law Group, PLLC was just honored as a Southwest Super Lawyers "Rising Star".  In fact, Mr. Rosenstein was one of only three Southwest attorneys named as a Super Lawyers "Rising Star" in the…
Rank this Week: 4231

Asset Hunter: Tracking…

Asset Hunter: Tracking International Financial Fraud

Covers the legal ramifications of financial fraud related to multinational corporations, multinational financial institutions, foreign governments, foreign officials and high-profile individuals in sensitive regulatory, civil and international criminal matters. By Michael Diaz, Jr.

http://www.michaeldiazjr.com
  • Jun 14

    Miami, Florida. Trade Américas Expo. June 20-21.

    Miami, Florida. Trade Américas Expo. June 20-21.
    Latin America has become one of the most dynamic growth regions in the world and a hotbed of commercial opportunity. With a US $4.8 trillion economy, 600 million citizens and a growing middle-class, the countries of Central and South America…
  • Mar 11

    U.S. Federal Judge Denies Dismissal of U.S. Auto Dealer’s Lawsuit Against Indian Truck Manufacturer Mahindra

    U.S. Federal Judge Denies Dismissal of U.S. Auto Dealer’s Lawsuit Against Indian Truck Manufacturer Mahindra
    Mahindra duped hundreds of U.S. auto dealers and walked away with more than $60 million in cash and trade secrets. A federal lawsuit was filed in June 2012 against Mahindra & Mahindra, Ltd, and Mahindra USA, Inc., by dealerships in New…
  • Feb 13

    Novel Approaches To U.S. Investor Visas Opening New Opportunities.

    Novel Approaches To U.S. Investor Visas Opening New Opportunities.
    Perhaps the most direct and efficient way to obtain residency in the United States, if you have the resources, is through an EB5, or “investment” visa. A recent news item reports that a hotelier in Miami Beach is taking an…
Rank this Week: 272

Athletes in Court

Athletes in Court

Covers criminal legal developments in sports. By Davis & Hoss, PC.

http://www.athletesincourt.com/
  • Jul 1

    College Football Playoffs May Mean Push for Athlete Pay

    College Football Playoffs May Mean Push for Athlete Pay
    The recently announced college football playoff system will mean big money for major college teams with some experts guessing that it could amount to as much as half a billion dollars per year in television rights alone.
  • Jun 26

    Appeals Court Throws Out Scholarship Suit Against the NCAA

    Appeals Court Throws Out Scholarship Suit Against the NCAA
    Last week a federal appeals court decided to decline reviving an antitrust suit brought by two former college football players against the NCAA.
  • Jun 21

    Sandusky Stays Silent and Declines to Testify During Sexual Abuse Trial

    Sandusky Stays Silent and Declines to Testify During Sexual Abuse Trial
    Jerry Sandusky’s defense team finished with their case today without Sandusky taking the witness stand, something some court watchers had expected to happen given the direction of the defense so far.
Rank this Week: 3533

Atlanta Criminal Defense Attorney…

Atlanta Criminal Defense Attorney Blog

Covers criminal law news and cases. By Marcia G. Shein.

http://www.atlantafederalcriminaldefenseattorney.com/
  • Jun 18

    Supreme Court sentencing ruling puts jury back in driver's seat

    Supreme Court sentencing ruling puts jury back in driver's seat
    Cases decided by the U.S. Supreme Court typically cut a wide swath of relevance and applicability, and a 5-4 Court ruling issued this Monday that addressed mandatory minimum sentencing is certainly no different. In summary, the Court engaged…
  • Jun 14

    National report shows strong racial bias in pot possession arrest

    National report shows strong racial bias in pot possession arrest
    In what has been called a “nuanced picture of marijuana enforcement on the state level,” a newly issued report that relies on police records from every state and Washington, D.C., reveals a wealth of data relating to…
  • Jun 12

    Federal appeals court vacates drug defendant's sentence, remand

    Federal appeals court vacates drug defendant's sentence, remand
    A drug case involving cocaine possession and distribution is revealing for the manner in which it discusses the reasoning employed by an appellate court in a federal criminal appeals case. We summarize for readers the material facts of the…
Rank this Week: 1343

Atlanta Criminal Lawyer Blog

Atlanta Criminal Lawyer Blog

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

http://www.atlantacriminallawyerblog.com/
  • May 31

    Attorney Tom Nagel discusses the legality of cussing at the police

    Attorney Tom Nagel discusses the legality of cussing at the police
    Charges of disorderly conduct were recently dropped by a judge in Cobb County Georgia in a case involving a woman who said "F--- the police" and "police suck" as she rode her bicycle past two officers questioning a burglary suspect. The…
  • 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…
Rank this Week: 3747

Atlanta Criminal Lawyers Blog

Atlanta Criminal Lawyers Blog

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

http://www.atlantacriminallawyersblog.com/
  • May 26

    A lesson on the importance of finding and hiring a lawyer. (Part 2)

    A lesson on the importance of finding and hiring a lawyer. (Part 2)
    Remember Billy from Part 1? He was charged with misdemeanor marijuana possession two years ago. It was his first offense and he did not hire an attorney. He plead guilty under Georgia's conditional discharge drug first offender law when he…
  • May 19

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

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

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

    Arrested celebrating big events in Atlanta? You're not the only one.
    Other than being an international city, Atlanta is certainly one of the United States' top five intercontinental cities. This past weekend was no exception. Between hosting the NCAA final four basketball tournament championship, the Chicago…
Rank this Week: 3745

Atlanta DUI Attorney Blog

Atlanta DUI Attorney Blog

Discusses Georgia DUI defenses. By Douglas B. Chanco.

http://chancolaw.com/atlanta-dui-attorney-blog/
  • Apr 22

    Five Common Misconceptions made by First Time DUI Offender

    Five Common Misconceptions made by First Time DUI Offender
    For many of the people I meet, a DUI is their first run-in with the law.  Most of the people accused are not hardened criminals or gang bangers.  A lot of them are common folk who made a bad decision. Because of their lack of…
  • Apr 22

    Five Common Misconceptions made by First Time DUI Offender

    Five Common Misconceptions made by First Time DUI Offender
    For many of the people I meet, a DUI is their first run-in with the law.  Most of the people accused are not hardened criminals or gang bangers.  A lot of them are common folk who made a bad decision. Because of their lack of…
  • Apr 22

    Five Common Misconceptions made by First Time DUI Offender

    Five Common Misconceptions made by First Time DUI Offender
    For many of the people I meet, a DUI is their first run-in with the law.  Most of the people accused are not hardened criminals or gang bangers.  A lot of them are common folk who made a bad decision. Because of their lack of…
Rank this Week: 5139

Atlanta DUI Blog

Atlanta DUI Blog

Covers DUI news. By Clark & Towne.

http://www.clarktowne.com/dui-blog
  • Nov 26

    How to save money on an Atlanta DUI

    How to save money on an Atlanta DUI
    How much will an Atlanta DUI cost? I write and re-write this article every season and every year. But time and time again I see friends and people I know who have read it coming to me because they got arrested in Atlanta, Gwinnett County,…
  • Nov 20

    Extra Atlanta patrol predicted for Thanksgiving

    Extra Atlanta patrol predicted for Thanksgiving
    Atlanta Police step up patrols for Thanksgiving Atlanta police and indeed, all the law enforcement officers across the state, carefully watch the roads over every holiday period. This year, they predict heavy traffic starting on Wednesday…
  • Nov 19

    No more Atlanta DUIs?

    No more Atlanta DUIs?
    No more Atlanta DUIs?
Rank this Week: 4870

Atlanta DUI Lawyer

Atlanta DUI Lawyer

Features text and videos relating to DUI defense, focusing on the Atlanta, GA area. By William C. Head.

http://atlantaduilawyerblog.com
  • Apr 3

    Atlanta DUI Lawyer

    Atlanta DUI Lawyer
    If you have been arrested and charged with drunk driving, it would be wise to contact a dedicated and experienced attorney immediately. The State of Georgia takes a tough stance on driving under the influence. A DUI conviction may…
  • Feb 14

    Atlanta DUI Lawyer

    Atlanta DUI Lawyer
    If you have been arrested and charged with drunk driving, it would be wise to contact a dedicated and experienced Atlanta DUI attorney immediately. The State of Georgia takes a tough stance on driving under the influence. A DUI conviction may…
  • Jan 4

    Atlanta DUI Lawyer

    Atlanta DUI Lawyer
    If you have been arrested and charged with drunk driving, it would be wise to contact a dedicated and experienced Atlanta DUI attorney immediately. The State of Georgia takes a tough stance on driving under the influence. A DUI conviction may…
Rank this Week: 4513

Attorney R. Tamara de Silva's…

Attorney R. Tamara de Silva's Blawg

Constitutional matters, politics, Wall Street matters, important cases and lots of opinions.

http://www.desilvalawoffices.com/Chicago-Litigation.aspx
  • Mar 26

    Supreme Court Hears Proposition 8-Marriage Equality Reconsidered

    Supreme Court Hears Proposition 8-Marriage Equality Reconsidered
    Supreme Court Hears Proposition 8-Marriage Equality Reconsidered
  • Mar 19

    First Sale Doctrine in Overseas Copyright Case

    First Sale Doctrine in Overseas Copyright Case
    First Sale Doctrine in Overseas Copyright Case By R Tamara de Silva March 19, 2013 The United States Supreme Court ruled 6-3 today that the “first sale” doctrine, a limitation on the rights of a copyright owner in the copyright…
  • Mar 18

    ACLU v CIA

    ACLU v CIA
    ACLU v. CIA on Targeted Killings and Drones R. Tamara de Silva On March 15, 2013, the United States Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia in an opinion written by Chief Justice Garland, held that the Central Intelligence Agency…
Rank this Week: 3130

Attorney R. Tamara de Silva's Blog

Attorney R. Tamara de Silva's Blog

Features a skeptical lawyer's take on financial reform, Wall Street and white collar crime.

http://attyrtamaradesilva.wordpress.com
  • Aug 19

    Fat Tail and the Bail Out

    Fat Tail and the Bail Out
    “It ain’t what you don’t know that gets you into trouble. It’s what you know for sure that just ain’t so.” Mark Twain
  • Aug 19

    Market Transparency

    Market Transparency
    Market Transparency and Accountability Act of 2009 Misses the Mark R. Tamara de Silva February 22, 2009
  • Aug 19

    Proposed Regulation

    Proposed Regulation
    Proposed Regulations, If Needed, Ought to Value Assets Better R. Tamara de Silva August 19, 2009 Are the United States Treasury, along with the Executive and Legislative branches looking everywhere but at the causes of the financial crisis…
Rank this Week: 1740

Austin Criminal Defense Blog

Austin Criminal Defense Blog

Reviews and discusses current Texas criminal defense issues. By Tillman Braniff, PLLC.

http://www.tillmanbraniff.com/blog/
  • Feb 5

    The Smell of Weed is Probable Cause- and why that's a problem

    The Smell of Weed is Probable Cause- and why that's a problem
    Chesapeake (VA) police officer, Barrett Ring, claims that he can come up behind cars, open his vent and smell burnt marijuana coming from the car in front of him. Testimony from preliminary hearing transcript: Public defender Atty Matt…
  • Jan 16

    What are jurors really thinking in a trial?

    What are jurors really thinking in a trial?
    Well it's been a while, but it took humor to break me out of the blog doldrums I was in.  Cheers to humor, we don't get enough of that in this business.  Don't get me wrong, criminal lawyers do have a sense of humor.  But it's…
  • Nov 24

    Jurors in one state TRULY get to decide cases (and why that's news)

    Jurors in one state TRULY get to decide cases (and why that's news)
    After a long absence from writing, I finally found a current event significant enough to sit down and blog about, and it's not Obamacare.
Rank this Week: 2433

Austin Criminal Defense Lawyer

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: 1738

Austin DWI & Criminal Law Blog

Austin DWI & Criminal Law Blog

Covers DWI, criminal arrest and court appearances. By Richard Jones.

http://www.austincriminaldefenseattorney.com/
  • Aug 10

    Why shouldn’t I represent myself? (Part II)

    Why shouldn’t I represent myself? (Part II)
    I recently saw someone charged with two possession of marijuana cases and a bail jumping charge. They represented themselves and entered a plea to time served on one marijuana case and the bail jumping case. Many people would be happy with…
  • Aug 10

    Why shouldn’t I represent myself?

    Why shouldn’t I represent myself?
    Many people think they’re as smart as, or smarter than, lawyers. They may be right some of the time. But even if they’re “smarter” than their lawyer, the odds are they don’t know the law better. What matters in a criminal case is…
  • Aug 6

    I got charged with hitting my girlfriend or boyfriend – what should I do?

    I got charged with hitting my girlfriend or boyfriend – what should I do?
    If you are accused of assault family violence (also known as domestic violence) you need an attorney immediately. You could be facing up to a year in jail and a loss of your rights to ever own a gun in the future. Even a deferred adjudication…
Rank this Week: 2994

Austin DWI Attorney Blog

Austin DWI Attorney Blog

Covers DWIs, Austin police, breath tests and intoxilyzers. By Ken Gibson.

http://www.austindwiattorneyblog.com/
  • May 14

    NTSB wants 0.05 to be the standard for DWI

    NTSB wants 0.05 to be the standard for DWI
    CNN reported that Washington’s National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) is recommending that all 50 states should lower the blood alcohol content rate from .08 to .05.  The NTSB is trying to force the states to expand their laws…
  • Apr 22

    Involuntary, warrantless, blood tests may be unconstitutional!

    Involuntary, warrantless, blood tests may be unconstitutional!
     The Austin American Statesman did a good job with their article on what a new Supreme Court case may mean to DWIs.     Involuntary, warrantless, blood tests may be unconstitutional after the U.S. Supreme Court…
  • Apr 1

    MAAD continues to request IID for first time DWI offender

    MAAD continues to request IID for first time DWI offender
      Members of the House Committee on Jurisprudence are meeting to consider ways to address DWIs in Texas, including whether to require ignition interlock systems for first time drunk driving offenders.   MAAD is pushing this hard,…
Rank this Week: 4927