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The Constitution and the Bill of Rights outline critical protections for people interacting with the government. Criminal prosecution is one of the more common ways in which the government exerts its authority over people living in the United States. As such, the...
Securing release pending criminal prosecution can be a lengthy process for those in state custody. They must attend a hearing in front of a judge, which may leave them waiting for days. They may need to make a cash payment to the courts to secure their release. After...
If you’re facing a criminal charge, you have numerous rights and protections you likely don’t even know about. They go far beyond the Miranda rights you should have been read upon your arrest. For example, you have the right to expect that the evidence being used...
Police officers cannot force their way onto private property without justification. To conduct a search, they typically need to obtain a warrant. Without a warrant, police officers must either secure permission from people or have probable cause. They must be able to...
In a threatening situation, there are typically three human responses: fight, flight or freeze. Most people don’t expect to find themselves in a situation where they need to make that choice. If you are a person who fights back when confronted with violence, the...
People facing stressful situations sometimes turn to social media for comfort. They want to connect with their communities and get advice from others. Criminal prosecution is easily one of the most stressful experiences a person might ever endure. Especially in cases...
Accusations involving a restraining order violation can lead to significant confusion and stress. The stakes are high and may affect your freedom, employment and future opportunities. Having clear knowledge about your immediate circumstances can help you respond to...
A police encounter in a public location may lead to a bodily search. So-called "stop-and-frisk" encounters often occur when police officers do not have reason to arrest an individual. They may be the result of racial profiling or a person simply being in the wrong...
A grand jury is often used in potential criminal cases, and the goal is to review evidence and decide if there is probable cause for the case to go to trial. They will then make their recommendation about the next steps. If there is not probable cause, then the...
When evidence is suppressed, it cannot be used against you at trial. This usually follows a motion to suppress by the defense, alleging legal or procedural flaws in how the evidence was obtained or handled by law enforcement. When a judge grants the motion, the...