Most people have heard about expert witnesses, whether on a television courtroom drama or in news reports of an actual case gone to trial. But what exactly is an expert witness? How should someone choose the best expert witness for their legal case? The answers to these questions are as interesting as they are complex. […]
In some criminal cases, the defendant may be offered a plea deal at some point in the proceedings. Also known as a plea bargain, this offer is essentially an agreement between the judge or prosecution and the defendant to reach an amicable arrangement. Usually, the arrangement involves the defendant entering a guilty plea concerning a […]
Drug crimes are some of the most common criminal offenses prosecuted each year. Many different types of substances are “controlled,” or are classified as illegal to possess, use, distribute or abuse. Depending on a variety of factors, such as the type of drug and the amount of drugs involved in a particular case, a wide […]
Getting arrested isn’t something that we usually plan for, but unfortunately, it seems to happen to many individuals. In fact, the New York Times reported on a study that found that around 30 percent of American citizens get arrested before they even turn 23. This statistic is staggering, so in reality, it’s important for everyone […]
Every so often, a person who is imprisoned for a crime may apply for parole. Parole hearings are meant to decide whether a convicted offender should be released from their internment. During these hearings, it is possible for individuals other than the offender to testify either against or on behalf of the prisoner. These people […]
