Aggressive Criminal Defense
Too often, people die from drug overdoses because those who are using drugs with them fear that if they call 911 or seek other emergency help, they’ll be arrested. Often, the victims are young people. That’s why a number of states have passed “Good Samaritan” or...
Some people become the target of burglars and similar criminals because they live ostentatious lifestyles. If someone has a flashier car than the rest of the neighborhood or frequently throws out boxes for brand new electronics, people nearby may target that property....
Parents of teenagers know that they’re going to make mistakes during their childhood. They might drink with friends when they’re underage or try a new drug that they shouldn’t. In many cases, the one-off event isn’t serious and can be handled privately. Unfortunately,...
Teenage years are sometimes synonymous with experimentation. Teens tend to find ways to push against parents and other authority figures as they figure out who they are. Some might even try drugs for a number of reasons. Perhaps they are looking for performance...
Evidence is a key part of every criminal trial. Without it, the prosecution may find it hard to prove your guilt beyond a reasonable doubt, which is the threshold required for criminal offenses. As such, the chain of custody for the evidence in your case is incredibly...
Drug addiction takes time. You don't become addicted to cigarettes the first time you smoke one, and you don't become addicted to alcohol the first time you have a drink. You build up the tolerance over time and then your body develops a dependency on the chemical....
When young people are accused of criminal activity, the potential ramifications may be that they have to spend time in jail or in prison. The hope is that this will be a deterrent for them in the future, that they can be reformed by the prison system and that they can...
People often have good intentions and yet make a mistake that can define the rest of their life. In some cases, this mistake could lead to drug charges that are very serious. While having good intentions can help you in some cases, as it shows that you didn't have any...
It is important to note that someone’s mental health can have an impact on their criminal case. It’s true that mental health does have the potential to influence criminal behavior, but having a mental illness does not automatically mean that someone will be violent or...
When people talk about drug crimes, one thing that often comes up is the role of addiction. Many people would like to quit using illegal drugs, but they find that they cannot do so, as they are physically or psychologically addicted to those substances. Recently, we...