http://www.avvo.com/legal-answers-search/criminal-defense.html Avvo.com - Criminal Defense Legal Guides http://www.avvo.com/legal-guides/ugc/how-to-appeal-a-felony-conviction This guide is not intended to cover every situation that might arise when one decides to appeal his or her conviction. Additionally, please keep in mind that the law is subject to change. It is therefore always advisable that one consult with an attorney before handling any criminal matter pro se. Sat, 21 Nov 2009 15:36:54 PST http://www.avvo.com/legal-guides/ugc/should-i-hire-a-criminal-defense-attorney-or-dui-lawyer-in-los-angeles-or-orange-county Regardless of the nature or severity of the crime, it is important to seek the best criminal defense attorney or DUI lawyer and defend the criminal charges. You need to do this to minimize the impact it can have on you, your family, your life and your career. Sat, 21 Nov 2009 07:06:35 PST http://www.avvo.com/legal-guides/ugc/what-to-do-if-you-are-stopped-by-police-for-a-traffic-offense-in-ohio Under Ohio law, most traffic offenses are minor misdemeanors, which means you'll typically receive a citation instead of being arrested. Understanding what's happening during the traffic stop will help you decide what to do. Fri, 20 Nov 2009 18:43:48 PST http://www.avvo.com/legal-guides/ugc/guide-to-bank--mortgage-fraud-for-south-carolina-consumers--their-lawyers-attorneys--law-firms Attorney Joe Griffith, who focuses his practice on Federal and South Carolina Bank Fraud, Loan Fraud and Mortgage Fraud, sets for basic information for South Carolina consumers and their criminal defense lawyers, attorneys and law firms with respect to these serious crimes. Fri, 20 Nov 2009 13:26:24 PST http://www.avvo.com/legal-guides/ugc/how-to-navigate-the-florida-juvenile-justice-system Both the adult and Juvenile justice systems rely on the same laws in Florida. That is: a crime is a crime, regardless of how old a person is when it was committed. The difference is the sanctions imposed and the philosophy behind each justice system. Thu, 19 Nov 2009 11:44:45 PST http://www.avvo.com/legal-guides/ugc/what-to-expect-after-your-arrest Once you are arrested and taken to jail, your bond is normally set according to a schedule. A typical bond on a DUI case is $1,000. You must post additional bonds for each additional offense alleged by the officer (such as speeding or failure to maintain lane). Thu, 19 Nov 2009 06:53:33 PST http://www.avvo.com/legal-guides/ugc/pressure-plea In too many cases individuals are frightened into accepting a plea, when they feel they may have been wrongfully accused. It is extremely important that EVERY defendant know their rights when entering a criminal court Wed, 18 Nov 2009 14:40:48 PST http://www.avvo.com/legal-guides/ugc/1192-1-dwai-and-license-suspension If a charge of DWAI and the BAC is below .08, such cases are usually special circumstances requiring special treatment. Wed, 18 Nov 2009 14:34:55 PST http://www.avvo.com/legal-guides/ugc/10-things-to-do-after-an-arrest-in-colorado Often times, confusion sets in after an arrest, and flustered individuals may actually cause more harm to their case than they need to. However, there are 10 simple suggestions to remember that can prevent a person arrested for a crime from exasperating the charges being brought against them. Tue, 17 Nov 2009 11:02:19 PST http://www.avvo.com/legal-guides/ugc/its-not-fair-i-got-hammered-and-the-other-guy-got-off So often those who have had a brush with criminal law will hear that another person charged with the same thing got the case dismissed. It's also common for people to hear that one person got probation and another only offered prison. This guide helps with those types of questions. Tue, 17 Nov 2009 08:01:34 PST