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Two Reasons Why You Need An Attorney When Arrested For DWI
If you've recently been arrested for driving while impaired (DWI), you could be facing some serious charges. Unlike getting a speeding or parking ticket, DWI offenses can carry stiff penalties, even up to being jailed. Because of this, it's vital that you hire an attorney to represent you as soon as possible. Don't risk viewing this charge as a standard moving violation and going it alone; use this information to learn more about why you need a DWI attorney to help fight your case.
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Topics To Talk About With Your Drug Defense Attorney After An Arrest
When you've experienced a drug-related arrest, one of your first priorities should be to hire an attorney who focuses primarily on drug defense cases, like those found at Kassel & Kassel A Group of Independent Law Offices. Although the justice system takes drug charges very seriously, you may be able to have your charges dropped or reduced — often because your attorney is able to successfully argue that you have a serious drug problem and rehabilitation, rather than jail, would be in your best interest.
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Have You Been Charged With An Internet Crime? Learn What You Can Do About It
With the introduction of the Internet came a whole new breed of criminals, many of them with the knowledge of how to set up crimes online to make it look like an innocent person is responsible. Because of dishonest people like hackers, many innocent people have faced serious charges for an internet crime. If you have been accused of an Internet crime you did not commit, learning more about what you can do about it is extremely important.
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Can You Be Charged With A DUI For Taking Prescription Medications?
While it is entirely common to hear about somebody being charged with driving under the influence (DUI) for drinking or taking illegal drugs and getting behind the wheel, you might be alarmed to find that the prescription medications you have been given could also put you at risk for criminal charges. You might even be surprised to learn that over-the-counter medications could also cause you to be driving under the influence.
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Did You Know That Refusing To Take A Breathalyzer Test Is Now A Crime?
It wasn't that long ago that you could refuse to take a breathalyzer test without much of a serious consequence. Since Thursday, June 23, 2016, however, that is no longer the case. The Supreme Court ruled in a 5-3 judgment that it is now a crime to refuse to take a breathalyzer test when the police suspect you of drunk driving. No Warrant Needed You might have believed that in order for the police to conduct a breathalyzer test when you refused to do so voluntarily, that they would need a warrant to force you to take one.
About Me
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.