You may never have heard of a “good guy/gal packet.” But if you’re a criminal defendant or ever become one, this packet — sometimes called a “mitigation packet” — could …
Read More →You don’t always need to pay the full bail amount if you’re charged with a crime. In criminal cases, a judge might release a defendant from custody without requiring an …
Read More →Can a felon legally purchase a gun? In general, they can’t. Usually, it’s not only illegal for a felon to buy a firearm, but it’s illegal for them to ship, …
Read More →A DWI conviction usually puts a big dent in your car insurance. On average, your insurance premium for full coverage goes up roughly 70% after a DWI conviction. An insurer …
Read More →Some criminal cases brought to a prosecutor might not result in criminal charges being filed. A prosecutor may decline to proceed with a case for various reasons, such as insufficient …
Read More →If you have limited resources or maybe some knowledge of the legal system — but without a law degree — you might be tempted to represent yourself in court. This …
Read More →The 5 categories of criminal acts in the U.S. are crimes against a person, crimes against property, inchoate crimes, statutory crimes, and financial crimes.
Read More →Under federal laws and all state laws, blackmail is illegal. Generally, blackmail involves demanding money, property or services in exchange for not exposing potentially damaging information. For example, someone might …
Read More →You’ve probably heard it many times on crime dramas like “Law and Order: Special Victims Unit”—“You have the right to remain silent.” This isn’t made-up dialogue, though. It’s the beginning …
Read More →Involuntary manslaughter refers to the unintentional killing of another person, usually through reckless behavior or negligence. It’s different from other homicide offenses because it doesn’t require intent, deliberation, or premeditation. …
Read More →Learn how personal recognizance (PR) bonds work in Texas, who qualifies, and what judges look for. Michael & Associates fights to get you home, not in jail.
Read More →Having a criminal record can cause life-long problems, hamper your personal goals and aspirations, get in the way of employment opportunities, and even become a barrier when it comes to …
Read More →Unfortunately, DWI cases take a long time. We pulled data from DWI cases our firm has handled, and on average, they take 10 months to close. You can see the …
Read More →What should you expect during your first probation meeting? Be on time, bring all required paperwork, and plan to provide a sample for drug and alcohol testing.
Read More →After you’ve been arrested for a crime, you will be required to appear before a judge, where you will be told—in a formal setting—of the charges brought against you. This …
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