Criminal Charges

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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… Read More

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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… Read More

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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… Read More

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… Read More

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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… Read More

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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… Read More

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Should I Let the Police Search My Car?

November 12th, 2024

In the United States, police can only search your car if they have a warrant, probable cause, or your permission. If the police do not have a valid reason to search your vehicle and they ask for your consent, you should politely but clearly decline t… Read More

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Penalties for Theft

October 10th, 2024

In Wyoming, the crime of theft occurs when a person “knowingly takes, obtains, procures, retains or exercises control over…the property of another person without authorization or by threat or by deception, [and] he: Intends to deprive the other p… Read More

What Happens If I Violate My Probation?

October 7th, 2024

If you were charged with a crime, especially if it was a first offense, you may have been placed on probation. When a judge places someone on probation, they impose conditions of probation, such as not committing any new offenses, no drugs or alcohol… Read More

Defense Against Charges of Cybercrime and Online Identity Theft

June 6th, 2024

Cybercrime charges have become more commonplace as people conduct more of their lives online. To keep up with changing technologies, state and federal lawmakers continue to create new categories of crimes, like hacking, phishing, and internet fraud.… Read More

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