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Gamso - For the Defense

Provides commentary on criminal law, civil liberties and jurisprudence. By Jeffrey Gamso.

http://gamso-forthedefense.blogspot.com/

Jul 24
The Nooses Tighten

The Nooses Tighten

As I type this, it is a little after 1 in the morning in Ohio. In just under 9 hours, Ron Phillips will be killed at the Southern Ohio Correctional Facility in Lucasville.The killers will be a group of prison guards. It's duty…
Jul 22
And It's Wikipedia by a Noose

And It's Wikipedia by a Noose

They plan to kill TaiChin Preyor Thursday.It's not all that surprising. We're talking Texas, after all. And while executions are fewer these days than just a few years ago, well . . . . We're talking Texas, after…
Jul 18
After three and a half year

After three and a half year

January 16, 2014. Just days over three and a half years ago. That's when a crew of select prison guards strapped Dennis McGuire to a table (we don't really use a gurney) at the Southern Ohio Correctional Facility in Lucasville,…

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Massachusetts Criminal Attorney…

Massachusetts Criminal Attorney Blog

Covers criminal law. By Spring & Spring.

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

Jul 24
Massachusetts Appeals Court Upholds Sex Offense Conviction Despite Admission of Improper Evidence at Trial

Massachusetts Appeals Court Upholds Sex Offense Conviction Despite Admission of Improper Evidence at Trial

The Massachusetts Appeals Court today affirmed a defendant’s conviction for sexually assaulting a nine-year-old girl, despite acknowledging the trial judge had improperly admitted evidence that the defendant had viewed adult…
Jul 19
Massachusetts Appeals Court Upholds Tagging Conviction Against Man Who Spray Painted Alewife Train

Massachusetts Appeals Court Upholds Tagging Conviction Against Man Who Spray Painted Alewife Train

The Massachusetts Appeals Court today affirmed a Chicago man’s conviction for tagging a train at the Alewife station, but reversed his convictions for more than a dozen other vandalism incidents at two other Boston train stations. …
Jul 17
Massachusetts Appeals Court Affirms Conviction Related to Attempted Break In of Fall River Convenience Store

Massachusetts Appeals Court Affirms Conviction Related to Attempted Break In of Fall River Convenience Store

A divided panel of the Massachusetts Appeals Court today upheld a man’s conviction for possessing a burglarious instrument near a convenience store that had recently been the target of an attempted break in. The name of the case…

Rank this Week: 1454

Uses topical issues to examine different crimes in Washington, D.C. Discusses individual crimes and defense strategies. Ruminates on the challenges of law practice and being a solo practitioner. By Jamison Koehler.

http://koehlerlaw.net

Jul 24
I didn’t say, “Simon says”

I didn’t say, “Simon says”

Q: Officer. You testified on direct that my client was talkative when you first approached his car. A: Yes. As…
May 10
An Ethical Prosecutor Confronts Her Own Witne

An Ethical Prosecutor Confronts Her Own Witne

BY DEFENSE COUNSEL ON CROSS Q: Ms. Smith, do you have an email account? A: Do I have an e-mail account? Q: Yes. A: I do. Q: Is it a Yahoo account? A: No. Q: What is your... Read More
Apr 4
At Least There Are No Spelling Error

At Least There Are No Spelling Error

The President of the United States has access to the best minds in the country. Presumably, this includes people with a basic grasp of grammar and syntax. “Despite this substantial income figure and tax paid, it is totally... Read More

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Pendleton Judicial Training…

Pendleton Judicial Training Updates

The official repository of the "Minnesota Judicial Training Updates," which provides judicial tips for judges and attorneys.

http://www.PendletonUpdates.com

Jul 24
TEN TIPS THAT EVERY NEW ATTORNEY SHOULD KNOW

TEN TIPS THAT EVERY NEW ATTORNEY SHOULD KNOW

PERSONAL UPDATE: I woke up this morning realizing that it had been 6 months since my last post. One of the drawbacks to the aging process is that time seems to pass so much faster than when we were younger. … Continue reading →
Jan 15
The “Rule of Primacy”, The Cornerstone to Effective Trial Advocacy: Plus Some Bonus Acting Tip

The “Rule of Primacy”, The Cornerstone to Effective Trial Advocacy: Plus Some Bonus Acting Tip

RULE OF PRIMACY: Following the “Rule of Primacy” is one of the easiest (yet most overlooked) ways for attorneys to improve their trial performance. If you’re a young attorney with aspirations of becoming the next Clarence…
Dec 10
SNAPCHAT AS EVIDENCE: THE SMOKING GUN OFTEN OVERLOOKED

SNAPCHAT AS EVIDENCE: THE SMOKING GUN OFTEN OVERLOOKED

Greetings to all my cold Minnesota friends (cold hands but warm hearts). I’m writing this post from my winter home in Scottsdale, AZ where it’s currently a balmy 66 degrees. (sorry I couldn’t resist). Since writing my last…

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Michigan Sex Crime Attorneys Blog

Covers sex crime laws and cases. By Grabel & Associates.

http://www.michigansexcrimeattorneys.com/

Jul 24
Northern Michigan Priest Found Not Guilty of Sexual Assault Involving Another Priest

Northern Michigan Priest Found Not Guilty of Sexual Assault Involving Another Priest

Unfortunately, it’s all too easy to accuse someone of sexual assault in today’s society. Many who accuse others of sexual assault do so when they aren’t clear on what actually occurred due to the fact they were under the…
Jul 20
Michigan Supreme Court Overturns People v. Alexander

Michigan Supreme Court Overturns People v. Alexander

In what looked like an impossible hurdle to climb, the law firm of Grabel and Associates shocked the state of Michigan by winning their second decision before the Michigan Supreme Court in less than a 3-week time span when the highest court…
Jun 19
Teens, Sexting, and the Potential for a Lengthy Prison Sentence

Teens, Sexting, and the Potential for a Lengthy Prison Sentence

Recently it was announced the House of Representatives had passed a bill that could effectively leave teenagers facing 15 years in prison for doing something many teens do – sexting, or sending messages or photos via mobile devices that…

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Norm Pattis Blog

Covers criminal law.

http://www.pattisblog.com/

Jul 23
A Suicidal Computer? Was Saint Augustine Right?

A Suicidal Computer? Was Saint Augustine Right?

From Washington, D.C., comes news of the most ingenious proof ever of the existence of God. It comes in the form of an apparent…
Apr 19
Sorrow Over the Death of Aaron Hernandez

Sorrow Over the Death of Aaron Hernandez

If ever anyone knew how potent a jury’s power to alter a life’s course, it was Aaron Hernandez. He killed himself days after being acquitted of a double murder in Boston. But he had…
Apr 18
Sorrow Over the Death of Aaron Hernandez

Sorrow Over the Death of Aaron Hernandez

If ever anyone knew how potent a jury’s power to alter a life’s course, it was Aaron Hernandez. He killed himself days after being acquitted of a double murder in Boston. But he had…

Rank this Week: 936

False Claims Act & Qui Tam Law

Covers the False Claims Act, Qui Tams, whistleblowers, and other related collateral proceedings, with special emphasis on health care fraud. By A. Brian Albritton.

http://www.falseclaimsactlawblog.com/

Jul 23
Court Refuses to Permit Government to File Statement of Interest or Amicus in Non-Intervened False Claims Act Case

Court Refuses to Permit Government to File Statement of Interest or Amicus in Non-Intervened False Claims Act Case

Counsel who regularly defend False Claims Act (FCA) cases often encounter “statements of interest” filed by the government in non-intervened FCA cases. Though not a party to the case since it has declined to intervene, the…
Jun 15
Specialty Insurance for False Claims Act Investigations: Coverage Gaps Leave Healthcare Providers Exposed and Vulnerable

Specialty Insurance for False Claims Act Investigations: Coverage Gaps Leave Healthcare Providers Exposed and Vulnerable

Healthcare providers continue to remain at the greatest risk of having to defend against False Claims Act (FCA) investigations, particularly those alleging billing errors and overpayments. See 2016 DOJ FCA Statistics. Not surprisingly,…
Jun 1
What Have You Done For Me Today: Government Prevents Relator from Intervening in False Claims Act Case That Was Based in Part on Relator's Prior Qui Tam

What Have You Done For Me Today: Government Prevents Relator from Intervening in False Claims Act Case That Was Based in Part on Relator's Prior Qui Tam

Can an unsuccessful qui tam False Claim Act (FCA) relator intervene in lawsuit later filed by the United States if the claims in the United States’ lawsuit mirror the allegations first made by the relator? The Ninth Circuit Court of…

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Daniel M Murphy, P.C. Blog

Covers DUI, domestic violence, assault, drug crimes, sex offenses, and other criminal cases in Denver County and throughout the Denver metro area.

http://www.denvercocriminaldefenselawyer.com/blog/

Jul 23
Have a Warrant in Denver County? Here’s What To Do

Have a Warrant in Denver County? Here’s What To Do

In Colorado, arrest warrants are authorized and issued by judges, and if there is an arrest warrant in this state with your name on it, you can be taken into custody without notice at any time. The law in Colorado requires an arrest warrant…
Jun 22
Colorado Governor Signs New Civil Asset Forfeiture Law

Colorado Governor Signs New Civil Asset Forfeiture Law

Civil asset forfeiture is a controversial legal procedure and a growing concern across the nation. It’s the seizure of assets by law enforcement authorities from persons suspected of criminal involvement or activity – without…
May 20
What Are The Gun Laws In Denver?

What Are The Gun Laws In Denver?

Mass shootings. Assault weapons. Gun control. Regardless of where you stand on these perennially controversial topics, everyone in Colorado should know what this state’s laws are regarding guns, gun ownership, and concealed carry…

Rank this Week: 1837

Chicago Criminal Defense Lawyers…

Chicago Criminal Defense Lawyers Blog

Covers criminal law. By Legal Defenders, P.C.

http://www.chicagocriminaldefenselawyersblog.com/

Jul 22
Eyewitness Identification in Illinois Carjacking Case

Eyewitness Identification in Illinois Carjacking Case

In a recent Illinois appellate case, the defendant was convicted of aggravated vehicular hijacking, armed robbery and attempted first degree murder. The case arose when the victim left work and drove home to Chicago. At midnight he stopped at…
Jun 21
Facilitating a Heroin Sale in Illinoi

Facilitating a Heroin Sale in Illinoi

In a recent Illinois appellate case, the defendant was convicted of unlawfully delivering heroin. An accountability theory was used to obtain the conviction, which resulted in a 3.5-year sentence of imprisonment in the Illinois Department of…
Jun 11
Illinois Administrative Hearings and Criminal Case

Illinois Administrative Hearings and Criminal Case

Illinois Administrative Hearings and Criminal Cases Most people are surprised to learn that an “administrative court” system exists in Illinois that functions primarily independent of our traditional court system.…

Rank this Week: 1658

Law Blog

By Foreman & Caraciolo, P.C.

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

Jul 21
Foreman & Caraciolo, P.C. in the new

Foreman & Caraciolo, P.C. in the new

Joseph Caraciolo, Esquire of Foreman & Caraciolo, P.C. was featured in a video and article by Erika Shych of CBS 21 News on July 20, 2017. The focus of the media coverage was related to the recent Pennsylvania Supreme Court holding…
Jul 20
Registered Sex Offenders May Shorten Registration Period According to PA Supreme Court.

Registered Sex Offenders May Shorten Registration Period According to PA Supreme Court.

SORNA determined to be an unconstitutional violation of ex post facto laws when applied to former Megan’s Law offenders In a decision issued by the Pennsylvania Supreme Court on July 19, 2017, the Supreme Court held that imposing the…
May 23
What Happens After I Have Been Charged With A Crime

What Happens After I Have Been Charged With A Crime

Stages of a criminal case What happens after I have been arrested? Depending on the circumstances of the case, as well as the severity of the crime, you will either be taken into custody or advised of your charges and released. If you…

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Strafakte.de

German blawg from Hamburg about criminal law and criminal procedure.

http://www.strafakte.de

Jul 21
Was wird aus dem Konfrontationsrecht?

Was wird aus dem Konfrontationsrecht?

Die Justizminister der Länder wollen prüfen, ob Videovernehmungen zur Vermeidung von Mehrfachvernehmungen bei möglichen Opfern von Sexualdelikten auch auf heranwachsende sowie erwachsene Personen ausgeweitet werden können.…
Apr 17
Schlaflos in München

Schlaflos in München

Viele Strafverteidiger werben für ihre Dienstleistung mit Google AdWords – und auch das Schlagwort „Klickbetrug“ dürfte den Kollegen ein Begriff sein. Klickbetrug (eng. „Click Fraud“) meint das gezielte…
Apr 7
Die badische Aktenheftung

Die badische Aktenheftung

Ein kleines badisches Dorf, etwa einzugrenzen auf den Oberlandesgerichtsbezirk Karlsruhe,1 hält es tatsächlich immer noch für sinnvoll, seine Strafakten auf eine Aktenschnur einzufädeln. Dieses Prozedere wird als Badische…

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What's New

Covers criminal law. By the Law Office of Zachary Margulis-Ohnuma.

https://www.zmolaw.com/news/

Jul 20
Feds & Dutch Authorities Shut Dark Web Drug Market

Feds & Dutch Authorities Shut Dark Web Drug Market

Two huge illicit markets operating on the Dark Web, AlphaBay and Hansa, were shut down today after being infiltrated by the government for the past several weeks. The sites had claimed up to 200,000 users, 40,000 vendors and 350,000…
Jun 19
Second Circuit Revisits Application of Fourth Amendment to Stored Digital Information

Second Circuit Revisits Application of Fourth Amendment to Stored Digital Information

The conviction of Ross Ulbricht, the mastermind behind the Silk Road marketplace on the Dark Web, has given the Second Circuit a chance to explore how to apply the Fourth Amendment to the search and seizure of stored digital…
May 18
Child Pornography and “Substantive Reasonableness”

Child Pornography and “Substantive Reasonableness”

In a decision that could have a wide-ranging effect on people convicted of child pornography offenses, the Second Circuit last month struck down a 225-month sentence imposed on a man convicted of having illegal material on his laptops and a…

Rank this Week: 1698

Law Offices of Elliott Kanter Blog

Covers criminal law in California.

http://www.enkanter.com/blog/

Jul 20
Driving Under The Influence of Marijuana

Driving Under The Influence of Marijuana

If you are high on pot and you’re driving in California, you can be arrested and charged with driving under the influence. Marijuana-DUI arrests – and serious traffic collisions and injuries related to marijuana intoxication…
Jun 23
Crime Rate Declines In San Diego – Is Proposition 47 The Reason?

Crime Rate Declines In San Diego – Is Proposition 47 The Reason?

It’s hard to believe, but it is nevertheless true. While the national news was filled with stories last year about rising crime in Baltimore, Chicago, and several other major cities, crime in San Diego was plummeting. In fact, the crime…
May 20
How A Motion To Suppress Can Help Your DUI Case

How A Motion To Suppress Can Help Your DUI Case

According to the California Department of Motor Vehicles, in the decade starting with 2003 and ending with 2012, prosecutors in this state won DUI convictions against 76.6 percent of those charged with the crime. Thus, in any typical year,…

Rank this Week: 1836

Probable Cause

Covers criminal defense, immigration consequences, and constitutional law. By Rick Horowitz.

http://www.rhdefense.com/blog

Jul 19
Recognizing Race

Recognizing Race

As CNN notes, There’s a predictable pattern to the aftermath of too many deadly police shootings: Neighbors and anti-police brutality groups take to the streets. Groups supporting the officers stand up for them. Social media lights up…
Jul 11
Quick Look: Living Lives of Fear

Quick Look: Living Lives of Fear

I had a hard time coming up with a title for this post: living lives of fear seems the best fit, but I also considered “put a bullet in it.” Because this post is about yet another incident in which police shot first, fabricated…
Jul 6
Dumbing Down the Test; Dumbing Down the Law

Dumbing Down the Test; Dumbing Down the Law

An article in The Daily Journal about California possibly lowering the passing score for the State Bar Exam—essentially dumbing down the test because “too many” people fail it—caught my attention. The article was…

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PA & NJ Criminal Defense Legal…

PA & NJ Criminal Defense Legal News

By Young Klein & Associates.

http://www.ykacrim.com/blog/

Jul 19
Former police officer who killed friend in DUI incident sentenced to 4 years in prison

Former police officer who killed friend in DUI incident sentenced to 4 years in prison

A former Burlington Township police officer who killed a friend during a drunken driving incident last year was sentenced to four years in prison last Friday. According to an article by the Courier Post, Ariana “Ari” Williams, a…
Jul 12
One person in custody, two others sought in burglary, assault case

One person in custody, two others sought in burglary, assault case

One person is in custody and authorities are searching for two other suspects in connection to a burglary and assault case that occurred on Saturday in Perry Township. According to an article by New Castle News, 38-year-old Brandy Mae Rumbold…
Jul 5
NJ bodybuilder arrested for driving drunk

NJ bodybuilder arrested for driving drunk

A professional female bodybuilder from New Jersey is in hot water after getting busted for drunk driving at Newark Airport. According to news reports, the woman was seen swerving around the airport with a blown tire before crashing into a…

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Sixth Circuit Blog

Features case summaries and commentary by Federal Defenders of the Sixth Circuit.

http://circuit6.blogspot.com/

Jul 18
A Possible Different Twist on Padilla

A Possible Different Twist on Padilla

After the United States Supreme Court's decision in Padilla v. United States, attorneys and courts are now well-versed about the necessity of informing defendants about the possible effects a guilty plea may have on their immigration status.…
Jul 5
Minor victim’s testimony sufficient to sustain sexual-assault conviction

Minor victim’s testimony sufficient to sustain sexual-assault conviction

Today, in a short published opinion, United States v. J.A.S., the Sixth Circuit rejected a 17-year-old defendant’s challenge to his conviction for sexually assaulting an 8 year old through vaginal penetration.There was no medical…
Jun 29
Tennessee aggravated burglary - NOT a crime of violence

Tennessee aggravated burglary - NOT a crime of violence

As teased in the previous post (thanks Laura!), the Court on Monday issued an en banc opinion holding that, in our post-Johnson and Mathis word, Tennessee's aggravated burglary statute (Tenn. Code Ann. § 39-14-403) is not a crime of…

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TCB's Legal Blog

Criminal defense news. By Thomas C. Brandstrader.

http://chicagofelony.com/legal-posts/

Jul 18
Five things you should do if you are pulled over by a policeman:

Five things you should do if you are pulled over by a policeman:

Be polite Identify your self with license and insurance Listen to any question being asked Answer only that question in the fewest words as possible; Be aware of your rights as a free citizen protected from unreasonable search and seizure (to…
Jun 19
2017 Martindale Hubbell Judicial Edition

2017 Martindale Hubbell Judicial Edition

Highest possible rating in both legal ability and ethical standards reflecting the opinions of members of the Bar and Judiciary.
Jan 15
Martindale-Hubbell Review rating – Judicial edition

Martindale-Hubbell Review rating – Judicial edition

Originally posted on CHICAGO CRIMINAL DEFENSE: The American Legislative Exchange Council (ALEC) is a nonprofit organization of conservative state legislators and private sector representatives that drafts and shares model state-level…

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Massachusetts Criminal Defense…

Massachusetts Criminal Defense Attorney Blog

Covers drug crimes, DUI, sex crimes, theft and violent crimes. By Stephen Neyman, P.C.

http://www.massachusettscriminaldefenseattorneyblog.com/

Jul 18
Prosecutors Are Now Making Sex For a Fee Cases More Difficult to Defend

Prosecutors Are Now Making Sex For a Fee Cases More Difficult to Defend

Sex For a Fee Massachusetts In Massachusetts, soliciting a prostitute or the act of prostitution is a crime under G.L. c. 272 Section 53A. The statute has a variety of subsections that make a conviction for this crime punishable by up to ten…
May 23
Domestic Assault and Battery in Massachusetts Involving Non-Citizens and the Risk of Being Deported

Domestic Assault and Battery in Massachusetts Involving Non-Citizens and the Risk of Being Deported

Domestic Assault and Battery and Deportation Any experienced criminal defense attorney will tell you that if you charged with domestic assault and battery and you are not a citizen you are at risk of being deported. That risk has increased…
Apr 3
Illegal Search and Seizure Results in Reversal of Gun Possession Conviction

Illegal Search and Seizure Results in Reversal of Gun Possession Conviction

We Fight Illegal Search and Seizure At a hearing on a motion to suppress an illegal search and seizure, a Boston police officer testified about responding to a radio broadcast for someone wanted in connection with a domestic assault and…

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The HMA Law Firm Blawg

Covers immigration and criminal law. By Hassan M. Ahmad.

http://www.hmalegal.com/blawg.html

Jul 17
New Green Card Application Is No Joke

New Green Card Application Is No Joke

When you apply for a green card (permanent residency) from inside the US, you have to show you are admissible as if you were outside the US trying to come in. It's on Form I-485, which used to be 6 pages long and would ask you all kinds of…
Jun 16
DACA Safe for Now

DACA Safe for Now

DACA appears safe, for now. It seems media across the spectrum reports that it's a(nother) broken promise for Trump - with the Washington Times adding that the reversal "enrages conservative base" and the Daily Caller bemoaning that "100,000…
Jun 3
We're Suing To Compel Disclosure of the Tanton Paper

We're Suing To Compel Disclosure of the Tanton Paper

Dr. John Tanton I will place updates here. Follow me on Facebook or on Twitter @HMAesq for notifications.BACKGROUNDAs an immigration lawyer, in the wake of ICE raids, stalled immigration reform, detention of children,…

Rank this Week: 4781

Monmouth County Criminal Defense…

Monmouth County Criminal Defense Lawyer Blog

Covers criminal law. By Tara Breslow-Testa, Esq.

https://www.monmouthcountycriminaldefenselawyer.com/

Jul 17
IS MARIJUANA LEGAL OR ILLEGAL IN NEW JERSEY?

IS MARIJUANA LEGAL OR ILLEGAL IN NEW JERSEY?

MEDICAL = YES, WITH RESTRICTIONS. RECREATIONAL = NOW, NO! BUT COMING SOON IN 2018, MAYBE. Medical marijuana has been legal in New Jersey since 2010 – with restrictions. Continue reading →
Jul 1
DON’T GET TOO HIGH IN SEASIDE HEIGHTS: Underage Drinking and Public Intoxication By the Shore

DON’T GET TOO HIGH IN SEASIDE HEIGHTS: Underage Drinking and Public Intoxication By the Shore

DISORDERLY CONDUCT ALONG THE JERSEY SHORE As seen on TV: Underage drinking and public intoxication are rampant in Seaside Heights and all along the New Jersey shore during the summer months. Public safety officials are vigilant in enforcing…
Jun 16
TOO MUCH FUN: Getting in and Out of Trouble at Holmdel’s PNC Bank Art Center

TOO MUCH FUN: Getting in and Out of Trouble at Holmdel’s PNC Bank Art Center

We’ve sometimes got trouble, right here in Holmdel township, with a capital T and that rhymes with P and that stands for the PNC Bank Art Center. This popular music venue in Holmdel has provided a venue for musical acts from symphonies…

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Massachusetts Criminal Lawyer Blog

Covers warrants, license suspension, Massachusetts criminal offenses, and criminal defense issues. By Lewin & Lewin.

http://www.massachusettscriminallawyerblog.com/

Jul 17
Operating After Suspension for DUI: Mandatory Sentence and Mandatory Loss of License Avoided

Operating After Suspension for DUI: Mandatory Sentence and Mandatory Loss of License Avoided

On April 27, 2017 TL, a 40 year old immigrant from Laos who is now a citizen, admitted to sufficient facts to an OUI first offense in Lowell District Court. The Judge continued the case without a finding and placed TL on probation for one…
Jun 26
IDENTITY FRAUD CHARGE DISMISSED/WIRETAP LAW CHARGE DISMISSED

IDENTITY FRAUD CHARGE DISMISSED/WIRETAP LAW CHARGE DISMISSED

GB, a 25 year old immigrant from Nigeria, got involved in a scheme to defraud. Women in Texas were contacted online by a man (AB). The man romanced the women online and proposed to them and told them he needed them to wire money into a bank…
Jun 21
Felony Charges Avoided

Felony Charges Avoided

TN, a 31 year old website developer, owns a home in Peabody. He rents out rooms in the house. A young woman and her boyfriend rented one of the rooms. Arguments developed between TN and the woman and her boyfriend. TN owns a cross-bow and a…

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California Attorneys Representing…

California Attorneys Representing Licensed, Regulated And Other Professionals

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

http://greenandassociates.blogspot.com/

Jul 16
Southern California Physician Indicted For Illegally Prescribing Controlled Drugs Including to Out-of-State Residents Without an In-Person Physical Examination

Southern California Physician Indicted For Illegally Prescribing Controlled Drugs Including to Out-of-State Residents Without an In-Person Physical Examination

The investigations of physicians for prescribing scheduled drugs to patients including Oxycodone, Xanax, Soma and other medications continues. Last week on July 6, 2017, a physician Jeffrey Olsen D.O. was Indicted in the Central District of…
Jul 15
Indictment Filed Against Northern California Physician For 36 Counts of Unlawfully Distributing Oxycodone by Prescribing It "Outside the Course of Usual Professional Practice"

Indictment Filed Against Northern California Physician For 36 Counts of Unlawfully Distributing Oxycodone by Prescribing It "Outside the Course of Usual Professional Practice"

When it comes to prosecuting physicians for unlawful prescribing of opioids or scheduled drugs, federal authorities have more stringent laws and sentencing guidelines. Recently a physician was arrested last year by the San Francisco District…
Jul 12
CVS Pharmacy Inc. Pays $5 Million to Settle Alleged Violations of the Controlled Substance Act in Sacramento Federal Case

CVS Pharmacy Inc. Pays $5 Million to Settle Alleged Violations of the Controlled Substance Act in Sacramento Federal Case

As is the norm, national chain pharmacies get fines and compliance plans while small businesses get criminally prosecuted. A recent settlement between the Department of Justice and Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) with a…

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The Ethical Investigator

Covers asset searches, bribery, due diligence, money laundering and scams. By Charles Griffin Intelligence.

http://www.ethicalinvestigator.com/

Jul 14
Artificial Intelligence in Law: The Challenge of the Unlimited-Document Universe

Artificial Intelligence in Law: The Challenge of the Unlimited-Document Universe

Anyone following artificial intelligence in law knows that its first great cost saving has been in the area of document discovery. Machines can sort through duplicates so that associates don’t have to read the same document seven times,…
Jun 27
Artificial Intelligence at Law Firms: The New Standard for “Smart” Lawyer

Artificial Intelligence at Law Firms: The New Standard for “Smart” Lawyer

By now, if a lawyer isn’t thinking hard about how automation is going transform the business of law, that lawyer is a laggard. You see the way computers upended the taxi, hotel, book and shopping mall businesses? It’s already…
Jun 19
The Cosby Trial’s Lesson: Evidence is Good, Admissible Evidence is Better

The Cosby Trial’s Lesson: Evidence is Good, Admissible Evidence is Better

One lawyer we know has a stock answer when clients ask him how good their case is: “I don’t know. The courts are the most lawless place in America.” What he means is that even though the law is supposed to foster…

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Chicago Criminal Attorney Blog

Covers criminal law. By Michael C. Rosenblat, P.C.

http://www.chicagocriminalattorneyblog.com/

Jul 14
How to Advance your Medicare Appeal after a Reconsideration by a QIC

How to Advance your Medicare Appeal after a Reconsideration by a QIC

If you are appealing a reconsideration issued by a Qualified Independent Contractor (QIC) and you have not received a decision within 90 days you may have the right to have your appeal escalated to the next level before the Medicare Appeals…
Jul 14
Changes to the Medicare Appeals Proce

Changes to the Medicare Appeals Proce

The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) part of the Department of Health and Human Service (HHS) issued a final rule on January 17, 2017 titled “Medicare Program: Changes to the Medicare Claims and Entitlement, Medicare…
Feb 25
False Claims Act case against Lance Armstrong Cycle’s On

False Claims Act case against Lance Armstrong Cycle’s On

Back in 1995 the United States Postal Service (USPS) sponsored the cycling team headed by Lance Armstrong, its top rider. In 2000 Lance Armstrong won the Tour de France and the USPS renewed its sponsorship of the team so long as Armstrong…

Rank this Week: 2373

Alabama Criminal and Family Lawyer…

Alabama Criminal and Family Lawyer Blog

Covers family and criminal law. By Skier & Associates.

http://www.alabamacriminalandfamilylawyerblog.com/

Jul 14
Recent Successes for our Pardon Applicant Client

Recent Successes for our Pardon Applicant Client

The waiting period is long (3-4 years in some cases) so I encourage anyone eligible for a pardon to act immediately.
Jun 27
The Grand Jury — A Mysterious Process Explained

The Grand Jury — A Mysterious Process Explained

Because of some recent news regarding a high profile case with which I was involved, there has been a good deal of discussion of the Grand Jury process and how it works. To many, even within the legal community, Grand Juries are…
Jun 1
Changing Guidelines for Federal Prosecutors Leads to Uncertainty

Changing Guidelines for Federal Prosecutors Leads to Uncertainty

The bottom line for people facing federal charges is that, in all likelihood, federal sentencing is about to get more severe and there will be fewer opportunities to negotiate for lower sentence

Rank this Week: 2198

Beyond The Scope

Covers the practice of interstate drug interdiction and property seizure/forfeiture. By Stowers & Sarcone, PLC.

http://www.interstatedrugbust.com/blog/

Jul 12
Stowers & Sarcone: Vehicular Homicide Case Dismissed!

Stowers & Sarcone: Vehicular Homicide Case Dismissed!

VEHICULAR HOMICIDE CASE DISMISSED On July 6, 2017 Dean obtained the complete dismissal of a vehicular homicide case. Unfortunately, Dean’s client rear ended a vehicle on the interstate causing a chain reaction which led to the other…
May 9
Iowa’s New Fireworks Law Explained

Iowa’s New Fireworks Law Explained

IOWA’S NEW FIREWORKS LAW Today, May 9, 2017, Iowa Governor Terry Branstad is expected to sign Iowa Senate File 489 – permitting the sale and use of consumer fireworks in Iowa – into law. The law, like Missouri’s,…
Apr 26
COULD IT GET WORSE FOR CHRIS SOULES?

COULD IT GET WORSE FOR CHRIS SOULES?

Yesterday’s post discussed Chris Soules potential civil and criminal liability. To keep it simple, I left out one vital piece of the puzzle. So, could it get worse for Chris Soules? Oh ya! As I explained yesterday, Chris…

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Orland Park Criminal Defense…

Orland Park Criminal Defense Lawyer Blog

By the Law Office of John S. Fotopoulos, P.C.

http://www.fotopouloslaw.com/orland-park-criminal-lawyer/

Jul 11
Can the State's Attorney Conduct a Traffic Stop and Search Your Car for Drugs?

Can the State's Attorney Conduct a Traffic Stop and Search Your Car for Drugs?

Anyone who has seen the television show Law & Order knows the familiar opening narration: “In the criminal justice system, the people are represented by two separate, yet equally important, groups: the police, who investigate crime;…
Jul 11
Can the State's Attorney Conduct a Traffic Stop and Search Your Car for Drugs?

Can the State's Attorney Conduct a Traffic Stop and Search Your Car for Drugs?

Anyone who has seen the television show Law & Order knows the familiar opening narration: “In the criminal justice system, the people are represented by two separate, yet equally important, groups: the police, who investigate crime;…
Jul 11
Can the State's Attorney Conduct a Traffic Stop and Search Your Car for Drugs?

Can the State's Attorney Conduct a Traffic Stop and Search Your Car for Drugs?

Anyone who has seen the television show Law & Order knows the familiar opening narration: “In the criminal justice system, the people are represented by two separate, yet equally important, groups: the police, who investigate crime;…

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New York Criminal Defense Blog

By Sullivan & Galleshaw LLP.

http://www.criminaldefense.sullivangalleshaw.com/legal-blog/

Jul 11
What is an Aggravated DWI in Queens, NY?

What is an Aggravated DWI in Queens, NY?

New York’s crimes are typically divided into two forms of each crime: the standard offense, and an “aggravated” version. Each aggravated crime has specific factors or requirements that turn the “simple” crime…
Jun 27
What’s the Difference Between DUI and DWI in Queens?

What’s the Difference Between DUI and DWI in Queens?

New York has some strange names for its drunk driving and drugged driving offenses. While most people may simply call it “DUI” or “DWI” based on what they’ve seen in movies and on TV, there are actually very…
Jun 12
The Difference Between Stalking and Harassment in Queen

The Difference Between Stalking and Harassment in Queen

In many ways, the crimes of harassment and stalking are very similar. Both of them involve following, intimidating, or repeatedly communicating with another person who doesn’t want the attention. The intent requirements are also quite…

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Kentucky DUI Defense Lawyer

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

http://www.kyduiblog.com/

Jul 11
The Operation of a Motor Vehicle Requirement for a DUI

The Operation of a Motor Vehicle Requirement for a DUI

leeping drivers in properly parked vehicles could not have had any intention to drive under those circumstances. Furthermore, as a court stated, merely being awake in the driver seat of a vehicle with the engine on does not require finding of…
Jul 10
Winning Your Kentucky DUI Case

Winning Your Kentucky DUI Case

So what do you need to win a DUI case? Believing in your innocence, hiring an experienced DUI defense attorney, and having a good written defense plan and following it.
Dec 8
5 Mistakes Lawyers Make when Defending DUI Case

5 Mistakes Lawyers Make when Defending DUI Case

DUI cases involve a great deal of science in addition to understanding the basic governing rules and regulations and how they apply to a specific client's set of facts. Additionally, Client's may not adequately recall the events around their…

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Due Process Advocacy

Advocacy for criminal due process and changing the ruling in Arizona v Youngblood.

http://www.due-process.org

Jul 8
Detective Chambers = Blown case (video)

Detective Chambers = Blown case (video)

Erekose calls out Detective Rick Chambers for the incredibly shortsighted and suspect based investigation which he carried out. The list of Chambers’ misconduct and errors and is long. Essentially, Chambers blew the case in the first…
Jul 6
Calling out Sheila Ross video part two

Calling out Sheila Ross video part two

Erekose continues his convincing analysis in part two of this video and does why even her words show Scott Davis deserves a new trial because he is innocent… https://youtu.be/5syQ86yImNUVideo can’t be loaded: Georgia’s…
Jul 6
Calling out Sheila Ross video Part one

Calling out Sheila Ross video Part one

Erekose does a great job in this video of showing how prosecutor Sheila Ross knows Megan Bruton has guilty knowledge… https://youtu.be/zwEWK4JYHysVideo can’t be loaded: Georgia’s Making A Murderer: Scott Davis…

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Reeves, Aiken & Hightower LLP Blog

Covers South Carolina personal injury and criminnal law news.

http://www.rjrlaw.com/blog/

Jul 8
Pothole Motorcycle Accident | SC Motorcycle Attorney

Pothole Motorcycle Accident | SC Motorcycle Attorney

Because pothole motorcycle accident remains a serious risk for motorcyclists, we explore how to avoid them here. However, bikers cannot always see them until it’s too late. Unlike a car where only physical damage occurs, potholes can…
Jun 24
Personal Injury Evidence Rules | South Carolina Accident Attorney

Personal Injury Evidence Rules | South Carolina Accident Attorney

When you bring an accident case, you have the burden of proof and must follow personal injury evidence rules. Because the rules are complex, we explain here how presenting your case properly is so important. Hence winning your case means you…
Jun 10
Top Workers Compensation Lawyers | SC Workers Comp Attorney

Top Workers Compensation Lawyers | SC Workers Comp Attorney

So where do you go to search for the top workers compensation lawyers? While you have to decide who is best for you, we invite you to compare our credentials and experience. Top Workers Compensation Lawyers Since starting his workers…

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Illinois Expungement Lawyer Blog

By Jorie K. Johnson.

http://www.illinoisexpungementlawyerblog.com/

Jul 7
Governor Rauner grants 10 petitions for executive clemency with authorization to expunge on June 30, 2017

Governor Rauner grants 10 petitions for executive clemency with authorization to expunge on June 30, 2017

Last Friday, June 30, 2017 Governor Rauner addressed another batch of Illinois clemency petitions, granting 10 pardons with authorization to expunge and denying 104. The pardons that were issued were for cases ranging in dates from 1981 to…
Apr 18
Illinois Governor Rauner grants 5 clemency petitions on Good Friday, 2017

Illinois Governor Rauner grants 5 clemency petitions on Good Friday, 2017

In his 16th batch of clemency petition decisions since taking office in January of 2015, Illinois Governor Bruce Rauner granted pardons authorizing expungement to five (5) individuals on April 14, 2017: one (1) individual was granted relief…
Apr 18
Illinois Governor Rauner grants 5 clemency petitions on Good Friday, 2017

Illinois Governor Rauner grants 5 clemency petitions on Good Friday, 2017

In his 16th batch of clemency petition decisions since taking office in January of 2015, Illinois Governor Bruce Rauner granted pardons authorizing expungement to five (5) individuals on April 14, 2017: one (1) individual was granted relief…

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Essex County NJ Criminal Attorney

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

http://essexcountynjcriminalattorneys.wordpress.com

Jul 7
The Real Reason DWI in a School Zone Charges are so Problematic

The Real Reason DWI in a School Zone Charges are so Problematic

I’ve represented many people charged with DWI in a school zone under NJSA 39: 4 – 50.14. This charge alone carries significant penalties including at least a year loss of license. Of course there are the financial burdens…
Jun 3
Charged with Refusal? The Ticket may be Incorrect

Charged with Refusal? The Ticket may be Incorrect

I’ve represented many clients charged with Refusal to Submit to a Chemical Breath Test. This ticket is usually accompanied by a DWI charge as well. Refusal charges are typically difficult to beat. I feel that I have better success than…
May 16
Improper Turn Law New Jersey

Improper Turn Law New Jersey

Under New Jersey law, the following may constitute a “turn:” A turn at an intersection An entry into a driveway or private roadway A move to the right or left upon a roadway A deviation from a direct course A … Continue…

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Dallas Criminal Defense Lawyer…

Dallas Criminal Defense Lawyer Blog

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

http://www.dallascriminaldefenselawyerblog.com/

Jul 7
Testimonial Statements and the Confrontation Clause

Testimonial Statements and the Confrontation Clause

The 6th and 14th Amendments of the United State Constitution guarantee an accused party the right to “be confronted with the witnesses against him.” Meaning that if you are charged with a crime and proceed with trial, you have a…
Jun 30
Can I get a different court appointed lawyer?

Can I get a different court appointed lawyer?

If charged with an offense and want to hire an attorney but can’t afford one you may qualify for a court appointed attorney. In some situations, you may not be happy with the court appointed attorney. But, it is unlikely that the court…
Jun 26
New House Bill 3016 – Non disclosure of DWI’

New House Bill 3016 – Non disclosure of DWI’

Good news in the world of DWI’s has emerged from the 85th Texas Legislature. If certain criteria are met, now, it may be possible to file a petition for non-disclosure on DWI convictions. Texas House Bill 3016, Government Code 411.0731,…

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Environmental Crimes Blog

Covers environmental crimes and enforcement, from pre-trial to trial strategy. By Walter D. James III.

http://environmentalblog.typepad.com/environmental_crimes_blog/

Jul 7
The Status of the “Oops” Defense under the Endangered Species Act

The Status of the “Oops” Defense under the Endangered Species Act

The Endangered Species Act (“ESA”) makes it a crime to “knowingly” violate the statute. “Any person who knowingly violates any provision of this Act, of any permit or certificate issued hereunder, or of any…
Jun 12
Prohibiting Third Party Payment

Prohibiting Third Party Payment

Last week, Attorney General Jeff Sessions issued a memorandum prohibiting Department of Justice “components” and the United States Attorney’s Offices from entering into any agreement on behalf of the United States in…
May 23
The 2018 Budget – A Double-Hit?

The 2018 Budget – A Double-Hit?

The USEPA’s proposed budget for 2018 cuts grants to state environmental programs yet states are still expected to meet the federal monitoring and compliance targets or face severe sanctions from Washington. The 2017 federal budget cycle…

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Jay Cohen DWI & Texas Criminal Law…

Jay Cohen DWI & Texas Criminal Law Blog

Discusses Texas criminal laws, types of criminal cases, and trials in the news.

http://www.cohendwilawyer.com/blog

Jul 6
New law allows removing a DWI from your record

New law allows removing a DWI from your record

The Governor of Texas has signed a new bill making some people convicted of DWI eligible for a petition for nondisclosure. In the past, a DWI could never be removed from your record, on September 1, 2017 this will change (and it applies to…
Jun 6
Texas cybercrime bill headed to the Governor’s desk

Texas cybercrime bill headed to the Governor’s desk

A new bill headed to the Texas Governor’s desk criminalizes certain cybercrimes such as electronic access interference and electronic data tampering, which includes crimes such as ransomware or malware attacks and unlawful decryption.…
Mar 9
DWI laws, they are a changin’

DWI laws, they are a changin’

Utah lawmakers voted to lower the legal limit for a driver’s blood-alcohol from 0.08 to 0.05. If the Governor signs the bill, it would go into effect December 30, 2018. Utah would have the toughest drunk-driving laws in the USA. This…

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Boston Criminal Defense Lawyer…

Boston Criminal Defense Lawyer Blog

Covers battery, drug crimes, firearm offenses and DWI. By Kathleen M. McCarthy.

http://www.bostoncriminaldefenselawyerblog.com/

Jul 6
Massachusetts Drug Cases Still Being Reviewed By Prosecutors Because of Dookhan Misconduct

Massachusetts Drug Cases Still Being Reviewed By Prosecutors Because of Dookhan Misconduct

Massachusetts Drug Cases The Annie Dookhan saga continues in the High Court of Massachusetts. The Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court has ordered state prosecutors to review the 24,000 Massachusetts drug cases that had been handled…
May 18
Pruning Back Massachusetts Marijuana Legalization Legislation Already

Pruning Back Massachusetts Marijuana Legalization Legislation Already

Massachusetts Marijuana Laws Marijuana has been legalized in Massachusetts for just a few months and legislators are already trying to prune back some of the provisions concerning the cultivation of marijuana, among other changes that could…
May 9
An Out of State DUI Can Affect You Back Home in Massachusett

An Out of State DUI Can Affect You Back Home in Massachusett

Charged With DUI Out of State? Don’t Ignore It. Many Massachusetts residents are faced with the problem of being arrested and charged with driving under the influence (DUI) of drugs or alcohol while outside the state of Massachusetts.…

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Jackson White Criminal Defense Law…

Jackson White Criminal Defense Law Blog

Covers Arizona criminal law.

http://www.jacksonwhitelaw.com/criminal-defense-law/blog/

Jul 5
AZ Traffic Law: Why You Should Ask for the Officer’s Note

AZ Traffic Law: Why You Should Ask for the Officer’s Note

Unless you were charged with criminal speeding and are facing serious penalties like jail time, it is often less expensive to simply pay the fines associated with minor traffic violations than it is to hire a criminal defense attorney to…
Jun 13
Shoplifting Firearms in Arizona

Shoplifting Firearms in Arizona

Shoplifting is considered a theft crime in Arizona and comes with serious penalties. The consequences for shoplifting and other theft crimes depend largely on the monetary value of the items stolen. However, that is not the case when it comes…
May 15
Can I be sentenced to jail if I can’t afford my court fine in Arizona?

Can I be sentenced to jail if I can’t afford my court fine in Arizona?

Yes, failure to pay the fines and court fees associated with being in the criminal justice system can lead to jail time. However, the courts do offer defendants an option to pay the fees in increments, but missed payments will lead to…

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The Orange County Criminal Lawyer…

The Orange County Criminal Lawyer Blog

Covers criminal law. By Staycie R. Sena.

http://criminal-lawyer-blog.irvinecriminallawyer.com/

Jul 3
Avoiding a DUI this July 4

Avoiding a DUI this July 4

Although the message of not drinking and driving is a simple one, DUIs account for about 3,200 arrests each day throughout the United States. Additionally, about one third of those arrests are by repeat offenders. The OC Sheriff and local…
Jun 15
Westminster Man who Downloaded More Child Pornography While on Bond is Sentenced

Westminster Man who Downloaded More Child Pornography While on Bond is Sentenced

Peter Herz, a 61-year old Westminster resident, pleaded guilty to a possession of child pornography charge in February. This offense is among many that are eligible for lifetime sex-offender registration. Before his arrest and incarceration,…
May 18
Alaska Inmate’s Attorney Charged With Smuggling Drugs Into an Anchorage Jail

Alaska Inmate’s Attorney Charged With Smuggling Drugs Into an Anchorage Jail

A jailed inmate and his attorney are facing federal charges for a scheme to allegedly distribute drugs to an Anchorage Correctional Complex for sale between inmates, according to federal prosecutors. Kit Lee Karjala, a 54 year-old attorney…

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Maryland DUI Lawyer Blog

Covers Maryland DUI news, updates and commentary. Published by Goldstein & Stamm, P.A.

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

Jul 2
July 4 message – An attack on the media is an attack on all of u

July 4 message – An attack on the media is an attack on all of u

This week, my friend, Brian Karem, editor of the Montgomery Sentinel and writer for Playboy, after months of abuse of the media by Trump, finally fought back. Calling out the President’s lies are not “fake news.” The…
Jun 27
Supreme Court travel ban ruling: A victory for Trump? – Not so fast

Supreme Court travel ban ruling: A victory for Trump? – Not so fast

Yesterday, the Supreme Court ruled that the injunctions against enforcement of Trump’s travel ban, that had been upheld by the Fourth and Ninth Circuits would be upheld in part and reversed in part. Trump claimed this was a…
Jun 10
Nightmare on Pennsylvania Avenue

Nightmare on Pennsylvania Avenue

There can be no doubt after Trump’s bizarre press conference with the Romanian President yesterday, that the lunatics are running the asylum. The only question is, when will enough honest and honorable Republicans admit this, take…

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Conroe Criminal Defense Lawyer…

Conroe Criminal Defense Lawyer Blog

Covers criminal law. By Pullan & Young.

http://www.conroecriminaldefenselawyer.com/

Jun 30
Working and Being on Probation in Montgomery County Gets Harder

Working and Being on Probation in Montgomery County Gets Harder

If you are on a felony probation, deferred adjudication, or just on conditions of bond for a pending felony case in Montgomery County, your life has gotten a lot harder this year. Starting in January, the Montgomery County Probation Office…
Apr 21
New Rules for Conditions of Bond in Montgomery County

New Rules for Conditions of Bond in Montgomery County

Facing felony criminal charges in Montgomery County has been increasingly difficult for defendants who have to deal with both the underlying charges and onerous conditions of bond. But things have recently gotten worse. The Montgomery County…
Feb 16
The Pitfalls of Probation

The Pitfalls of Probation

It’s a common scene: a defense attorney sitting with a pile of paperwork balanced on his lap, his client next to him. The attorney takes each page in turn and reviews it with the client: the judgment, the stipulation of evidence, the…

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White Collar Crime News

Covers white collar crime news. By Jef Henninger.

http://whitecollarcrimenews.com

Jun 29
Health care fraud is becoming a major…

Health care fraud is becoming a major issue. The FBI has cracked down on health care fraud including but not limited to drug compounding. Expect many people to be arrested. If you have received a letter, you need to act…
Jun 28
Conspiracy to steal federal funds attorney

Conspiracy to steal federal funds attorney

Conspiracy to steal federal funds has become a very hot topic in New Jersey with the arrests and continuing investigation in Lakewood. Several people have already been arrested. Many others appear to be under investigation.…
May 21
Dallas, Texas EUO Lawyer

Dallas, Texas EUO Lawyer

Dallas, Texas EUO Lawyers An examination under oath can be both scary and confusing. You should never go to one alone. If you have been asked to participate in an examination under oath, otherwise known as an EUO you may have…

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Jacksonville Criminal Attorney…

Jacksonville Criminal Attorney Blog

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

http://www.jacksonvillecriminalattorneyblog.com/

Jun 27
DRYWALL POWDER LEFT FLORIDA MAN IN JAIL 90 DAYS

DRYWALL POWDER LEFT FLORIDA MAN IN JAIL 90 DAYS

DRYWALL POWDER WRONGFULLY DETERMINED TO BE COCAINE BY FLAWED FIELD TEST A Jacksonville.com story gives details into a tragic case in which an innocent man remained jailed for 90 days on suspicion of possession of cocaine. The…
Jun 27
POLICE SEARCH FOR TWO CAR BURGLARS ON DUVAL’S NORTHSIDE

POLICE SEARCH FOR TWO CAR BURGLARS ON DUVAL’S NORTHSIDE

BURGLARS UNIDENTIFIED AT PRESENT BUT A CLEAR VIDEO RECORDING EXISTS A recent News4Jax story is attempting to help catch to car burglars who were captured on home security surveillance system. The report states that the car burglaries…
May 19
FORMER CONGRESSMAN ANTHONY WEINER PLEADS GUILTY TO SEX CHARGE

FORMER CONGRESSMAN ANTHONY WEINER PLEADS GUILTY TO SEX CHARGE

FACES PRISON AND A LIFETIME OF SEX OFFENDER REGISTRATION According to a recent article in the New York Times, former Democratic Congressman and New York City mayoral candidate, Anthony Weiner has entered a guilty plea to a federal charge of…

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Edmund R. Folsom Law Blog

Covers Maine criminal law issues.

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

Jun 26
A CASE OF THE TRICKY NATURE OF LEGAL ETHICS.

A CASE OF THE TRICKY NATURE OF LEGAL ETHICS.

A CASE OF THE TRICKY NATURE OF LEGAL ETHICS. Posted by Edmund R. Folsom, Esq., June 26, 2017. Last week, in In the Matter of Robert M.A. Nadeau, 2017 ME 121, the Maine Supreme Judicial Court suspended ex-York County Probate Judge Robert…
Jun 20
SEALING MAINE CRIMINAL AND JUVENILE RECORDS.

SEALING MAINE CRIMINAL AND JUVENILE RECORDS.

SEALING MAINE CRIMINAL AND JUVENILE RECORDS. Posted by Edmund R. Folsom, Esq., June 20, 2017. 1. Adult Records Maine has no process for expunging criminal records. As a general rule, once a person is convicted of a crime in Maine,…
May 18
FEDS, CRIMES, CONGRESS & HIGHEST POSSIBLE PENALTY POLICY.

FEDS, CRIMES, CONGRESS & HIGHEST POSSIBLE PENALTY POLICY.

FEDS, CRIMES, CONGRESS & HIGHEST POSSIBLE PENALTY POLICY. Posted by Edmund R. Folsom, Esq., May 18, 2017. Rand Paul is reintroducing legislation in the U.S. Senate, to give federal judges increased “safety valve” discretion to…

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Texas Criminal Lawyer Blog

Covers arrests, criminal appeals, drug offenses, federal crimes and searches and seizure in Texas. By Michael J. Brown.

http://www.texascriminallawyerblog.com/

Jun 25
Defendant Charged with Alleged Copyright Scam Pleads Guilty to Federal Conspiracy Charge

Defendant Charged with Alleged Copyright Scam Pleads Guilty to Federal Conspiracy Charge

Cyber crime, as an area of legal practice, regularly presents new challenges on both sides of the criminal justice system. Despite new technologies and new laws, prosecutors often use laws that have been around since telephones were still…
Jun 25
Law Enforcement Tactic Originally Authorized for Anti-Terror Operations Reportedly Being Used in Drug Enforcement Instead

Law Enforcement Tactic Originally Authorized for Anti-Terror Operations Reportedly Being Used in Drug Enforcement Instead

The Fourth Amendment prohibits police from searching a person or their premises, or from seizing their property, without a warrant issued by a court upon a showing of probable cause. The War on Drugs, which began in the 1970s, considerably…
Jun 13
Even After Receiving Clemency, an Inmate Remains in Prison Because of a Conflict Between State and Federal Law

Even After Receiving Clemency, an Inmate Remains in Prison Because of a Conflict Between State and Federal Law

Once a person has been convicted of a criminal offense and sentenced to a term of incarceration, they have numerous possible legal avenues to avoid serving the entire length of the sentence. The most common methods, aside from appeals and…

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