Taking The Stress Out Of Hiring A Criminal Attorney

Taking The Stress Out Of Hiring A Criminal Attorney

  • What Do Oklahoma's New DUI Laws Mean For You?

    Even if you're not a resident of the Sooner State, you may be interested in (or impacted by) a recent change to Oklahoma's DUI laws. This change entirely jettisons the concept of "implied consent" hearings, making the DUI prosecution process far more streamlined. Learn more about how this change is likely to affect the way DUI cases proceed through Oklahoma courts.  What Does This Law Change? As of November 1, 2019, Oklahoma courts will no longer hold implied consent hearings for individuals arrested and charged with DUI.

  • When "Informed Consent" Isn't So Informed After All

    Every course of medical treatment carries some kind of risk, but patients often find themselves surprised by unexpected consequences when they aren't adequately warned about those potential risks. Doctors are supposed to provide patients with all the information they need to make an informed decision about their own healthcare. That way, the patient fully understands the dangers associated with a given course of action. This is called "informed consent."  Unfortunately, too many doctors treat the process in a cavalier manner — and patients suffer as a result.

  • Has Your Spouse Been Arrested For A Criminal Offense? 4 Things To Consider

    Being notified that your spouse has just been arrested for a criminal offense is sure to be a very devastating time for your family. While your first reaction is likely to be assuming that the charges must be a mistake and a simple explanation is all you need to get them dropped, the fact is that any criminal arrest must always be taken seriously. If have just been notified that your spouse has been arrested and is being held on a criminal charge, the following information will help you make decisions to minimize the emotional and financial damage of the arrest and help you family heal and return to normal as quickly as possible.

  • Seeking Justice For Your Loved One's DUI Arrest

    When the call from jail comes to you, the effect can be shocking. The very thought of a loved one being arrested for driving under the influence (DUI) can cause confusion, fear, embarrassment, and more. Your help and support will be necessary during this difficult time. You should understand one important point while you begin to deal with the aftermath of the arrest: an arrest is not the same thing as being found guilty.

  • Drunk Driving: No Excuse, But There Is A Defense

    There is virtually no acceptable excuse for driving drunk. You know it is wrong. You know you should never drink and drive. This you know to be true in your head, which is why you should not have been caught. While you have no excuse for drunk driving, you do (and can) have a drunk driving defense. It starts with a good drunk driving and criminal defense lawyer, and accepting responsibility for your actions.

About Me

Taking The Stress Out Of Hiring A Criminal Attorney

Sometimes it's necessary for individuals to hire a criminal attorney. If you've never had to hire an attorney before, you may not know exactly what to do. Hello, my name is Joanna, and this blog will tell you everything you need to know about hiring a criminal attorney to represent you in your legal matter. I was in this situation recently when a family member needed an attorney. I had to learn quickly what needed to be done, and in the end it all worked out great. I decided to compile a blog to help others learn what to do when they need to hire a criminal attorney. Since this can be a stressful experience, my hope is that this blog will help to ease some of the stress.