Sometimes interacting with a police officer can feel intimidating. While there may be times when you know why an officer pulled you over or has questions, there are also times when you feel overwhelmed with uncertainty. Here’s what you should know before your next...
Could carrying your prescribed medication be a felony?
Living with injuries or illnesses can significantly impact your life. Thankfully, there are often medications that can support you in your daily life. You may already be familiar with the limitations you have from your medications, like being unable to drive for a...
Can police officers lie?
In general, the goal of police officers is to support the community and maintain public safety. As children, we learn to assume certain qualities of police officers, like honesty. TV and movies show the extreme sides of what we know about police officers, often...
Can a battery happen by accident?
A heated situation often feels like it can escalate quickly. What starts as a conversation can turn into a complicated problem that you did not intend. Facing charges for assault and battery can be complex and confusing. While you may understand the terms,...
Can someone consent to a fight?
For some, a fascination with fighting may come from watching professional wrestling or TV shows that feature fighting. Others might have their first exposure to fighting as an unexpected participant and learn more about it. Fighting is often associated with anger or...
When does assault become aggravated assault?
In a time when people are interested in crime dramas and other law-themed fiction, it can be difficult to understand terms like assault and when they apply. Often, TV and movies have such a close base, in reality, it can be hard to know where one ends, and the other...
Do I need an attorney after being charged with a crime?
If you have been charged with a criminal offense or even just accused of committing a crime, you may be wondering if you need an attorney. The answer (to cut to the chase) is yes, but the reasons may be even more compelling than you first suspected. The consequences...
Do prosecutors have to offer a plea deal?
Facing criminal charges can be a scary situation. Even if you are confident that you have a strong case, knowing the potential consequences can be terrifying. After an arrest, you may be aware that you could lose your job or face serious penalties. While you await...
What are my rights during a K9 search?
Dogs that can sniff out drugs, explosives and other contraband can be both intimidating and impressive. It can be exciting to watch them on TV, but when police want to use dogs to search your vehicle, it can make you nervous, even if you have done nothing wrong. When...
What are your rights during an arrest?
Facing an arrest can be a nerve-wracking situation. Trying to remember what you have heard and what you have seen on police videos may make up an overwhelming amount of information. You may understand the basics of what the Miranda warning means. Still, often, the...
