Legal Advice on Fines

When do you need a DUI attorney?. Immediately! You should immediately, upon arrest for DUI or Physical Control, invoke your right to an attorney. You should politely decline to answer any... more

Many of the legal consequences of a DUI conviction are well known: Jail, fines, suspension and the revocation of driving privileges. But DUI is an iceberg, and its vast bulk lies hidden from view.... more

If you are convicted of driving under the influence of alcohol, you face serious consequences. In addition to possible jail time and a sizable fine, you could lose your driver's license for several... more

For those convicted of a crime, the next immediate step is sentencing. That's where the judge comes in. It's a common thought that the jury often influences sentencing, but this is not the case. The... more

The first thing to know about a civil infraction: there is no jail time associated with it. Infractions are violations of state or municipal civil law. People who commit civil infractions, the... more

Most state laws classify crimes as an infraction, misdemeanor or felony. Misdemeanor crimes are less serious than felonies, with the line of separation typically length of punishment. Most... more

Criminal law is an area of law that relates to certain conduct that is dangerous to citizens, or damaging to the society. Such conduct is labeled a "crime" and is made punishable by fines,... more