Immigrants who are in the United States are upheld to certain standards. Those who are accused of criminal behavior could learn that there’s a significant impact on their immigration status. Understanding a bit about how these matters might impact you may help you as...
There are few things more frightening than seeing someone you know (or even a stranger) overdosing on drugs. Most people’s first instinct is to call 911 and get help. However, if you’ve been using drugs with them, it’s understandable that you’re afraid that police...
As you may already know, drunk driving is a violation of traffic laws and, by getting caught, you could end up with a DUI charge. As a result of a DUI charge, your license could be suspended and you could face fees and incarceration. There may be a time when you need...
If you’re someone who uses prescription medications, there may come a time when you are tempted to share them with someone else. For instance, maybe a family member has a similar condition to yours and wants to try the medication that you’ve been given. Maybe you are...
If you are involved in an altercation that results in someone’s injury or death, you can be charged with a violent crime. Depending on the circumstances, you can be charged with assault, murder or manslaughter. And a conviction for any of these can have far-reaching...
Some people enter the United States because of political unrest in their country of origin. Others get visas so that they can study in the United States or pursue a job here. The government even grants investor visas to those who want to start a business. Family...
If the police pull you over, they may ask to search your car. But do they have the right to do so? You may think invoking your Fourth Amendment rights will protect you during a traffic stop; however, that is not always the case. The automobile exception The U.S....
Driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol is illegal in every state. California, like many other states, has specific rules that determine if a driver is drunk. As such, if a driver’s blood alcohol concentration (BAC) climbs above the legal limit then the police...
If law enforcement officers have reason to believe that you are drunk driving, they will pull you over for an investigation. Generally, this will include asking you to step out of the vehicle so you can take the field sobriety tests. Alongside the field sobriety...
Contrary to popular belief, an eyewitness does not guarantee a conviction. While they can be compelling, they are not always correct. Or, if they are correct, they are not always watertight enough to prove that someone committed a particular crime beyond a reasonable...