The so-called "trial penalty" is very real. Parties engage in plea negotiations before trial in order to resolve cases quickly and efficiently. ...

Maybe, maybe not. A lot depends on the details. But if you do not take care of your warrant in Tennessee, this problem will keep coming up. Be...

Ms. Chopra gives good advice. I will add that unless you had authority to be at that address at the time of the offense alleged, you could still...

Clerical errors are rarely, if ever, grounds for dismissal. They happen more than you think. Hire a lawyer and speak to the lawyer about the...

Yes, it could lead to your arrest. Contact a lawyer right away and see if the warrant can be withdrawn. The sooner you act, the better chance...

If you are traveling at that speed, your chances of having your license suspended and receiving points are very high. Hire a lawyer. Now. And...

I have yet to meet anyone who likes being in prison, or who likes being on probation. Why would you imagine that any lawyer can offer you proper...

Really not sure what you are getting at. An Alford plea is generally viewed as a guilty plea. But if the plea is made pursuant to Alford, the...

If you are asking this question, it sounds like you got into a fight while under the influence. Hire a lawyer if you possibly can. I doubt that...

If you are looking for a justification to use force on someone who allows their dog to do their business on your lawn, you won't find it here. ...