Criminal Law Articles

• Double Jeopardy
  The Fifth Amendment to the United States Constitution provides, in part, that, “…nor shall any person be subject for the same offense to be twice put in … More
• Violating Probation
  Convicted criminals are sentenced for their crimes. The range of criminal sentences varies significantly depending on the crime committed and the … More
• The Truth About Perjury
  You hear it all the time on TV dramas and in the movies. A person perjures himself thereby creating legal trouble for himself and often for others. Perjury is a … More
• Sentencing Guidelines: Fair Sentences or a Denial of Trial by Jury?
  In the 1980s, it became apparent to those in the U.S. government that there were wide sentencing disparities in the United States federal court system.  … More
• What Is The National Sex Offender Registry?
  Information about sex offenders from all 50 states is provided in the National Sex Offender Registry. While different states have different requirements as to exactly … More
• Can the Cops Search My Car?
  There are many situations when a law officer can legally stop the driver of a motor vehicle. Many cars are stopped for speeding every day, for … More
• The Juvenile Court System for Minors Accused of Crimes
  Almost every state in the United States has established a juvenile court system to handle the legal matters of minors. Typically, these legal matters fall into … More
• Not Guilty by Reason of Insanity
  Many television and movie defendants are found not guilty by reason of insanity. However, real criminal defendants are not as successful with the insanity … More
• When Does Discipline Become Abuse?
  Some types of physical actions are clearly abusive. It is never okay for an adult to sexually abuse a child, provide a child with illegal drugs or to burn or … More
• How Much Does An Initial Consultation Cost With a Criminal Defense Attorney?
  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
• The Preliminary Hearing
  It is difficult to be a criminal defendant. If the defendant is ultimately found guilty of the crimes for which he was arrested then few people have compassion … More