Legal Articles, Misdemeanor
I am frequently asked about Miranda rights and how they apply. The following is a brief summary.
A brief summary of Miranda Rights.
Michigan Supreme Court Rejects "One-Parent Doctrine" (Overturns In Re CR)
Discussion of June 2014 Supreme Court Case which rejects as unconstitutional former law in Neglect and Abuse cases. Applies to Parents charged with Abuse and Neglect, and who may be charged criminally.
Arizona DUI Charges – What You Should Know About Implied Consent
Implied Consent and Admin Per Se in DUI cases. What does it mean?
What is private about cell phone information?
In Riley vs. California, the Supreme Court ruled that the police need a warrant before searching the data inside a smart phone because the data would contain vast archives of private information.
U.S. Supreme Court says to police who want to search a cell phone: “Get a warrant!"
A unanimous United States Supreme Court ruled that police must obtain a warrant to search the information on a suspect's cellphone, in Riley vs. California.
High Court’s Decision to Limit GPS Monitoring Is a Mixed Bag
With the almost daily changes in consumer information technology, such as web surfing smartphones and tablet computers, it is predictable that law enforcement technology has also made radical advances.
The Long-Term Consequences of a DWI Conviction
DWI and DUI arrests seem to be on the increase in Houston, Galveston and the surrounding areas of Texas. The police utilize a number of increased enforcement procedures including saturation patrols and DWI sobriety checkpoints.
Understanding and Exercising Miranda Rights
When you face an arrest by a law enforcement officer, it can be an intimidating and inherently oppressive experience. The pressure of being questioned by an officer equipped with a firearm who is empowered to arrest you can create enormous anxiety and fear.
Bail: Getting Out of Jail After an Arrest
Everything you need to know about posting bail or a bail bond
Volunteer Firefighter Convicted of “Official Misconduct” for Making False Alarms – 8 years in Prison
A troubling case expanded the reach of “official misconduct” to a volunteer firefighter. The defendant was charged with making false public alarms, official misconduct, and pattern of official misconduct.