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Understanding the Presumption of Innocence
April 21st, 2025
The presumption of innocence is a bedrock principle of the American legal system. It is rooted in the 5th Amendment right to due process and means anyone accused of a crime is assumed to be innocent until proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt. To p…
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Categories: Criminal Charges - General Questions
What Is Proof Beyond a Reasonable Doubt?
April 14th, 2025
“Proof beyond a reasonable doubt” is the highest burden of proof in the American legal system and the one that applies in most criminal cases. It means the evidence presented must be so convincing that there is no reasonable doubt in the mind of…
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Categories: Criminal Charges - General Questions
Suing Police in Wyoming
March 28th, 2025
Police officers have a legal obligation to preserve and protect the public safety. However, they must follow the law and cannot discriminate or violate a suspect’s constitutional rights. When police officers violate a suspect’s constitutional or…
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Categories: Criminal Defense Attorneys
Witness Memory and Perception in Criminal Cases
March 21st, 2025
Witness testimony can play a key role in criminal cases and shape the outcome of the trial by providing a firsthand account of events. However, eyewitness testimony can be surprisingly unreliable. Even people who believe they have a good memory can m…
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Categories: Criminal Defense Attorneys
How Can an Attorney Help Me If I’m Arrested for DUI?
March 14th, 2025
Being charged with drunk driving can be a frustrating and frightening experience. You may be uncertain about your future and not know where to turn or how to move forward. Many people charged with a DUI want to put the situation behind them as quickl…
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Categories: DUI / DWUI / Drunk Driving
Felon Loss of Rights Explained
February 27th, 2025
A felony conviction means the loss of several civil rights, including the right to vote, the right to own a firearm, the right to serve on a jury, and, in some cases, the right to hold public office. Convicted felons also forfeit some of their Fourth…
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Categories: Criminal Charges - General Questions
Impact of Alcohol vs. THC on the Brain
February 24th, 2025
Neither alcohol nor THC are inherently ‘better’ for your brain. Both substances can have adverse effects and cause intoxication, which can lead to charges for drunk driving or other criminal offenses. However, THC and alcohol each have different…
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What Is Prison Like?
February 11th, 2025
If you were arrested and charged with a crime, you may face the possibility of being sentenced to prison. Going to prison is a challenging and life-altering experience. While individual experiences vary depending on the person, facility, and the leng…
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Categories: Criminal Charges - General Questions
Penalties When a DWUI Causes Death
January 31st, 2025
Wyoming has one of the highest rates of drunk driving fatalities in the country. As a result, the state aggressively prosecutes anyone charged with DWUI who was involved in an accident that leads to someone else’s death. A driver who kills someone…
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Categories: DUI / DWUI / Drunk Driving
What To Do If You Were Charged with a Probation Violation
January 21st, 2025
Probation is common as part of a criminal sentence, especially for a first offense. It is often imposed instead of sending a defendant to jail. If you were placed on probation, it is important that you understand the terms of the probation and what y…
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Categories: Criminal Charges - General Questions
