When an officer pulls you over, you should comply, but this does not mean that you have to do everything an officer tells you to do. You still have rights that you can uphold. The key is to understand your rights and to react to the officer with respect and a calm...
Month: January 2021
Can a car accident result in an assault charge?
In general, a criminal charge for assault requires that the defendant have intent to assault a victim. In the case of vehicular assault, however, the intent to harm another person is not an element that a prosecutor must prove for a judge or jury to find a defendant...
What are federal collateral consequences?
When you face drug charges, you may expect that a conviction will impact your life. However, you may not expect to experience collateral consequences at the federal level. According to the United States Government Accountability Office, you may experience collateral...
Examining the lifelong impact of violent crime
Violence can upend the lives of both perpetrator and victim. Even a single violent experience can create damaging consequences that may never go away completely. Examining the connection between violent crime and other issues may provide encouragement for people to...
Should you accept a plea bargain?
When facing criminal charges, you have several options available. You may have heard the term plea bargain before. This is one of your potential options. But what is a plea bargain? What are the benefits and drawbacks? Should you accept one if the option is on the...
