High-speed police chases may be exciting to watch on TV. However, they can be potentially very dangerous to everyone involved – and to those who happen to be on the road at the time. Alabama has the unfortunate distinction of having experienced more police...
Criminal Defense
What are the penalties for domestic violence?
A domestic violence conviction can have major consequences. If you are convicted of a domestic violence crime, you face substantial fines, restrictions on firearm possession and a potentially lengthy prison sentence. There are also many non-legal penalties. Being...
Be careful when building your DUI defense
When you or a loved one are charged with a DUI or other criminal offense, acquiring the assistance of a public defender might be an option so long as you meet certain income requirements. Although this advocacy will come at little to no cost to you, you should...
What’s the difference between looting and burglary?
Stealing from another person is a criminal offense in all U.S. states. But stealing also describes other offenses involving misappropriating another person's property, which can sound similar on paper. Take for instance the terms burglary and looting. For the average...
Chemical breath tests, BAC and DUI in Alabama
You have probably heard that 0.08% is considered the legal limit for DUI in Alabama. This term "legal limit" is somewhat misleading and leads many people to misunderstand their rights. In this blog post, we will attempt to briefly explain what this percentage figure...
Should you be worried about eyewitness testimony?
Almost everyone is familiar with the courtroom scene in movies and television when an eyewitness identifies the defendant as the person who committed the crime. It's almost enough to make a person think eyewitness testimony is crucial for a guilty verdict. In reality,...
Pharmacy robbery – Why it’s a graver offense than regular robbery
Robbery is a serious offense, and anyone convicted of the crime faces severe punishment in Alabama. Even a robbery charge in the third degree – the lowest criminal degree for the offense – can lead to up to 10 years in prison and as much as $15,000 in fines on...
Vehicle theft can lead to multiple criminal charges
Since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, automobile theft rates across America have steadily increased. Although the country is slowly recovering from the pandemic, vehicle theft numbers have remained high. According to the National Insurance Crime Bureau, there were...
Should I strike a plea deal with the prosecution?
Most criminal cases are settled through plea bargains, and there are several valid reasons for this. For instance, a plea deal saves both the court and the defense time. But a plea deal also comes with its drawbacks. Thus, it is important that you review the...
Four reasons to avoid trying to explain away suspicions
If you’re under investigation for criminal wrongdoing, then you might be tempted to talk to the police to try to find ways to explain your way out of suspicion. But doing so could dig you into a hole that’s difficult to climb out of, meaning that talking to the police...