The police and prosecutors are fond of DNA evidence. If they find traces of your DNA on something, they may believe it proves you committed the crime. Yet, it is not as clear-cut as they might suggest. Here are some of its weaknesses: 2 example of DNA...
Picking up a drunk driving charge will lead to serious short-term and long-term consequences. Firstly, you will get a criminal record. That can affect all sorts of areas of your life. Secondly, you will face penalties such as fines and license suspension. Therefore,...
Prosecutors love an eyewitness. They know that the mere prospect of someone who is prepared to stand up in court and point the finger at you can be enough to secure a conviction. They know a plea deal will seem far more attractive to you if they have an eyewitness...
Being accused of a crime can put you in a very awkward situation. Once you know you are under investigation for a crime, it is important to understand that anything you do will potentially impact the direction and outcome of your case. If you are under criminal...
Being accused of a crime can put you in a very awkward situation. Once you know you are under investigation for a crime, it is important to understand that anything you do will potentially impact the direction and outcome of your case. If you are under criminal...
Most minor drug offenses are state crimes. While state prohibition statutes largely mirror federal rules, every state determines on its own what substances it wants to prohibit or limit public access to through statute. When someone gets pulled over in traffic and...
A fraud conviction in federal court can land you in prison for years, end your business career and ruin your reputation with your family, friends and community. One of the most common reasons that federal prosecutors bring fraud charges against someone in the...
You probably see it on televised crime shows all the time: A prosecutor offers a defendant the opportunity to receive a lighter sentence if they agree to plead guilty to reduced charges. A plea bargain can be offered in many types of criminal cases, even a DUI. These...
As a general rule, you have a right to privacy in your own home. The police may want to come in, but they don’t always have the right to do so. Citizens in America can expect a certain level of privacy and any searches on their property must be carried out lawfully....
In the past, many Texans have racked up convictions for the use of and/or possession of brass knuckles. Having a conviction like that on your record can close many doors to gainful employment and other opportunities. But for Texans who want to arm themselves with...