Maybe you hosted a party where not just your friends but a bunch of random people showed up. Perhaps you decided you were going to be the one to drive when you and a group of friends headed out of town for a concert or road trip. Then, law enforcement officers get...
Criminal Defense
Pulled over for DUI? What you should do
Driving under the influence of alcohol is a big mistake for many reasons. Not only does it put you at risk of an accident, but you could also find yourself in serious trouble with the law. Should a police officer stop you for suspicion of DUI, it’s imperative that you...
What is considered self-defense in Alabama?
It all happened so fast. You were scared that an argument might come to blows, and pretty soon the fists actually started flying. It’s not your fault — you didn’t ask for the fight — and yet, you’re still facing the possibility of jail time, a criminal record and...
Alabamas’ harsh penalties for marijuana trafficking
Alabama’s move toward medical marijuana has been slow and torturous. Unfortunately for chronic pain patients, the crackdown on “pill mills” has made a lot of doctors afraid to prescribe opioids -- even when their patients desperately need them. That’s why a number of...
The stakes are too high to face DUI charges alone
Alabama can come down hard when you’re facing a drinking and driving charge. It’s no time to deal with it on your own, and enlisting some help is likely your best option. Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) ranks Alabama high on the list of states that have enacted...
Why should you hire a criminal defense attorney?
If you’re charged with any type of crime, you shouldn’t resign yourself to the fact that a conviction is the only outcome. With the help of an experienced criminal defense attorney, you can fight to protect your legal rights with the idea of avoiding a conviction or...
Do the police need a warrant to search your property?
The Fourth Amendment of the Constitution protects citizens from illegal searches. Whether it’s your home, your residence, a vehicle or your actual person, there are plenty of reasons the police can cite to perform a search. What defines a search? It's first important...
Marijuana is more acceptable than ever — but not in Alabama
There’s been a drastic change in the country’s attitude toward marijuana use since the 1980s when anti-drug campaigns called it a “gateway drug,” and laws regarding its possession were being ramped up as a deterrent. Now, marijuana is legal for adult recreational use...
Clear your history of charges to get the clean slate you deserve
You beat your case, so you figure you should be free and clear of repercussions. That may not actually be the case, as even basic background checks will still show your run-in with the system. But you’re not out of luck, as Alabama could provide a way to wipe away...
How reliable are field sobriety tests?
Drunk driving has been a significant issue in the United States for multiple decades. As a result, police officers have taken numerous steps to ensure that the road is free from intoxicated drivers. One measure that has not changed much, however, is the field sobriety...