Criminal Law Articles

• What Comes Next After the Arrest?
  Have you been arrested for a crime or are you a suspect in a crime?  The criminal justice process varies from state to state, and the federal criminal justice … More
• What To Do If You're Arrested
  It can be difficult to think clearly after an arrest. Many arrestees are scared about the social stigmas, personal consequences, financial consequences, legal … More
• Infraction, Misdemeanor or Felony: What is the Difference?
  Criminal charges and wrongs are typically classified as infractions, misdemeanors or felonies depending on the severity of the wrong.  The more serious … More
• The Search of Cars at the Time of Arrest
  Things happen quickly when the police make an arrest. Often, the person being arrested doesn’t have time to think about what his or her rights might be … More
• When is a Search Warrant Necessary?
  The Fourth Amendment to the United States Constitution protects Americans from unreasonable searches by the government.  That means that absent an emergency … More
• Some Misdemeanor Convictions Eligbile for Dismissal through Victim Compromise Programs
  Defendants charged in Arizona with a criminal misdemeanor or a traffic citation may be able to have the charges dismissed under the Arizona Criminal Misdemeanor … More
• Miranda Rights: The Who, What, Where, When and Why
  “You have the right to remain silent.  Anything you say can and will be used against you in a court of law….” And, so begins many police dramas … More
• What Comes Next After the Arrest?
  Have you been arrested for a crime or are you a suspect in a crime?  The criminal justice process varies from state to state, and the federal criminal justice … More
• Initial Consultation With a Criminal Defense Attorney or a Public Defender
  A good attorney can often influence the outcome of a legal dispute. However, the skills and expertise of your attorney are, arguably, never more important than … More
• What Happens When You Face Out of State Criminal Charges?
  Any kind of criminal charge can be difficult for the accused to manage.  However, if a person is arrested and charged with a crime in a state that is not his or … More