Does my son need to find a lawyer and if so, should he get a family lawyer or a criminal lawyer?

Your son should not discuss this matter with anyone except through his attorney. This includes not only law enforcement officials but friends and...

Most criminal attorneys require payment in advance. If you explain your circumstances, however, many will work a payment plan out. Good luck.

Do I need a criminal defense attorney?

NEVER meet with the police in a case like this with an attorney at your side. Retain one today and have them call the detective for you. If the...

After the clerk puts the case back on the docket for you request a public defender. Many prosecutors will help you out with this without much push...

Mr. Bornstein's answer was exactly right. You must have a clean record 5 years prior and post your new case. Some county attorneys in Kentucky will...

I got a Drunk on duty Charge, trying to get me for a DUI is it possible?

Call the JAG office on your post. They can answer your questions and can assist you in obtaining representation. Good luck.

Mr. Mascagni has given you excellent advice. Go to the Kentucky Association of Criminal Defense Attorneys website and retain a lawyer from your...

Is this a good deal? Can a case get thrown out because a cop did not read someone their rights, no lawyer or parent present?

Many people believe cases will be dismissed if their rights aren't read to them by the police. Generally though, only the person's statement to...

Are text messages obtained via an illicit cloud feature on a wireless account considered "illegally obtained?"

A person who intercepts a third person's text messages without consent is likely violated the federal wiretap statute. 18 USC Section 2510. It also...

I was arrested for shoplifting 50.00 worth. Police did not read my Miranda rights and questioned me and made me admit things

The police only have to read you your Miranda warnings if two conditions exist: 1) you are in custody and 2) you're being interrogated or...