Misdemeanors vs. Felonies Felonies and misdemeanors are criminal offenses and both can mean incarceration for anyone convicted of either. Less serious and nonviolent crimes are typically charged as misdemeanors, while the most serious offenses are […]
Read more →Negligent Homicide… Explained A death caused by another person’s negligence arises to the level of a crime if the wrongful conduct greatly or grossly deviated from the duty of a person to exercise ordinary care. […]
Read more →Juvenile Law… Explained A person who commits a crime or violates an ordinance and is under the age of 18 can be held responsible for his or her actions but might not be charged in […]
Read more →Assault and Battery… Explained Assault and battery can be charged together or separately. There are different elements that need to be proved and they may be charged as either a misdemeanor or as a felony, […]
Read more →Driving Under the Influence A DUI, or a DWI, refers to driving while under the influence. While in most instances it applies to driving under the influence of alcohol, it also includes operating a motor […]
Read more →Drug Crimes… Explained It is illegal either under state law or federal law, or both, to purchase, possess, sell, distribute, or manufacture any controlled substances. There are numerous types of controlled substances that are placed […]
Read more →Types of Theft Charges Most property crimes are theft-related. There are many kinds of theft offenses and how they are charged and the penalties for committing them can vary widely. If you are charged with […]
Read more →Robbery… Explained Robbery is a serious criminal offense that is considered as a felony offense in every state because of its implied violent nature. It is the forceful taking of someone’s property against their will […]
Read more →Call 1-800-ATTORNEY! Finding the right criminal defense attorney for your case may take some work on your part. There are undoubtedly scores of criminal defense lawyers in your county or town, but finding one who […]
Read more →Burglary… Explained Burglary is a crime that is generally committed without violence. It is the entering of a structure without the owner’s or legal possessor’s consent coupled with intent to commit a felony or a […]
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