3 Things to Remember for Criminal Defense

Posted on: 28 March 2017

Hiring a criminal defense lawyer can be one of the most difficult things that you will do, but if you're charged with a crime, it is also one of the most important things that you'll ever do. The level of lawyer that you hire will also dictate the success that you have and will make sure that you get the fairest shot in a court of law. In this respect, read below and use these tips so that you can hire the help of a criminal defense lawyer who can help you.
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Can You Claim Self-Defense?

Posted on: 24 March 2017

Arguing self-defense in a crime of violence is not uncommon. However, proving that force was needed in an incident can sometimes be challenging. If you plan to argue self-defense, here is what you need to know.   What Do You Have to Prove? To claim self-defense, you need to prove that the other person involved was the aggressor and that you believed physical action was necessary to stop a threat from him or her.
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Two Things You Should Know About Sentencing For Vehicular Homicide

Posted on: 25 May 2016

If you get into an accident while under the influence of alcohol and someone dies as a result, it's almost certain you'll be charged with vehicular homicide and sentenced to serve jail time if you're convicted. The length of your jail sentence will be influenced by a variety of factors. Here are two surprising determinants you should know about, which can help you determine the best way to handle your case.
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