Category: Criminal Law

One day an assault charge can turn your life upside down. One heated debate, one misunderstanding, one false accusation might end with an arrest. Suddenly it’s court dates, police reports and doubts about your future. It sounds like overkill. ...

Voting is one of the most important rights in a democratic country. Federal criminal laws help protect the integrity of elections by setting rules for lawful voting and outlining penalties for conduct that interferes with the electoral process. If ...

It’s a tough situation when someone in prison passes away, and you want to know if they can attend the funeral. When it comes to inmates in Pennsylvania, attending a funeral isn’t a given. There’s a whole process involved, ...

When the charge is criminal, it can make for a stressful and confusing day. Quite a number of individuals are left wondering what to say, what to do, or whom to believe when, suddenly, police activity or a court ...

If you acted in self-defense, you might assume the law is automatically on your side. In Maryland, however, claiming self-defense is rarely that straightforward. Self-defense is recognized in assault and other violent crime cases, but it applies only when ...

If you’ve ever wondered what is considered felony theft in Ohio, you’re not alone. Theft laws here can get confusing, especially since the difference between a misdemeanor and a felony often comes down to the value of what was ...

Getting arrested is never ideal. It’s often pretty unexpected, too. But what happens after you get arrested in Los Angeles specifically? Being placed under arrest in LA typically begins with a police officer informing you of the charges against ...

There are few calls more distressing to a parent than one from the police, advising them that their teenager has been arrested. Whether or not you know your teen is dabbling in unsafe or dangerous activities, this can come ...