Weapons crimes, such as carrying a weapon in certain locations, carry harsh penalties if the defendant is convicted of the crime. A recent Alabama Supreme Court ruling might make it a bit easier for people who are facing gun charges to be found innocent of the charges against them. The Alabama Supreme Court found that […]
Parents and guardians who have a child going through the juvenile justice system often hear a variety of new terms when they are drawn into the process. It is important to understand what different terms mean because these terms sometimes have a considerable impact on the outcome of the case. What is a child in […]
The juvenile justice system varies from the adult criminal justice system in a variety of ways. The inclusion of status offenses are one of these ways. Parents and juveniles who are involved in the juvenile justice system should understand what a status offense is so they can prepare for the proceedings related to the status […]
Last week, we discussed some of the laws in Alabama that govern marijuana charges. We know that in light of the changes surrounding marijuana decriminalization around the country, some people in Alabama might be wondering about the laws here. The fact is that marijuana is still illegal here. The criminal charges and penalties haven’t changed […]
While some states in the country have legalized marijuana or decriminalized small amounts of the drug, Alabama is not yet one of those states. Possessing any marijuana, even just a small amount for personal use, is a crime in Alabama. Selling any amount of marijuana is also a crime in this state. What are the […]
Violent crime charges can greatly affect someone’s life if a conviction on those charges occurs. While it is true that any criminal conviction can affect someone’s life, violent crime convictions might bar a person from being able to hold certain jobs. These types of convictions can also stop people from being able to move into […]
In our previous post, we discussed the accusations that have been placed against a convicted killer’s son. If you recall, that man is accused of killing his estranged girlfriend’s sister and kidnapping the estranged girlfriend. That story brings up an important point — defense options for people who are facing first-degree or capital murder charges. […]
Facing charges for violent criminal actions is something that is difficult for anyone to handle. In these cases, the defendants must ensure that they understand their rights and their options for presenting a defense in the case. A recent arrest in Centreville, Alabama, is one that shows how important it is to understand the charges […]
When people think of children who are being questioned by police officers, they might not realize that there are some very specific rights that children have. In fact, minors might actually have more protections when dealing with the police than adults have. Do police have to tell minors their rights? Yes, police officers have to […]
Deciding on a criminal defense strategy is a big decision in any criminal defense case. Last week, we discussed some of the misconceptions of an insanity defense. That is only one possibility for a person who is facing criminal charges. We know that you probably have a lot of questions about your case. One of […]