The Sixth Amendment to the U.S. Constitution guarantees your right to hear the charges against you and obtain a speedy trial. To ensure your Sixth Amendment rights are not violated, courts offer an arraignment shortly after an arrest. During an arraignment, you will formally hear the charges against you and be asked to plead guilty […]
Disclaimer: This article is not intended as legal advice and does not reflect the opinions of the Law Office of Brett A. Podolsky. Whenever a crime is committed, it is the job of the prosecution to prove that the accused committed the crime, beyond any shred of reasonable doubt. In fact, many times the alleged […]
Police officers often use “sting” operations to make arrests. These operations sometimes consist of undercover officers who “set up” individuals by providing them with an opportunity to commit illegal acts. When those arrests are for sex offenses, it’s important to ensure entrapment hasn’t taken place; otherwise, the charges are invalid. It’s essential that anyone arrested […]
When you are charged with a crime, you have the right to have an attorney defend you in court. While you consult with your lawyer, you might wonder to what extent you should admit your guilt. Should you tell them that you participated in the crime you have been charged with? Before you decide, you […]
The holiday season is a time of merriment. More of us eat, drink, and enjoy the season. Unfortunately, drinking alcoholic beverages can increase the odds of arrest for DUI. That’s because Texas law enforcement officers are looking for drunk drivers this time of year: According to American Auto Association (AAA), at least 47 million people […]
