Criminal Defense

A temporary restraining order (also known as a protective order) is issued by a court to protect persons from harassment, stalking, sexual assault, or domestic violence. While they serve a purpose to protect abuse victims from their abusers, some partners (often women) seek restraining orders against their spouse, ex spouse, or other romantic partner during…

If you find yourself in trouble with the law for the first time, you may encounter some new vocabulary. The terms “bail” and “bond” are often used seemingly interchangeably. While they both serve the purpose of allowing an arrested individual freedom until the next court appearance, they are significantly different. You need an experienced defense…

When one is convicted of a crime, it is the judge’s responsibility to determine an appropriate punishment. The Eighth Amendment to the US Constitution states that “excessive bail shall not be required, nor excessive fines imposed, nor cruel and unusual punishments inflicted.” Several factors play into what kind of sentence one can receive when one…

There is an old myth that many still believe about what cars police officers pull over the most for traffic violations: red cars. Many people may still hold onto the belief that red cars are more expensive to insure because they believe that they are targeted for, and may even hold back on purchasing a…