I changed your practice area to criminal defense from traffic tickets — arrest warrants are not typically entered on traffic infraction cases, so...

Felony drivine revoked for life 8 years ago. Got lik drivers license take away for life. Recently received felony drving revoked

The answer depends on your full criminal record. Felony DWR is a level 4 crime on Oregon’s sentencing guidelines grid, meaning whether you’re...

Will I get charged for a DUI since my case is somewhat special & different from a regular DUI case?

You are charged with a very serious crime that can affect your ability to drive, travel, and find employment. You should make an appointment with a...

People in the U.S. with pending DUIIs, or with completed DUII Diversions, convictions or arrests, all may face some barriers with Canada travel. To...

Can I be sentence to jail for first time second degree theft?

You are charged with a crime of dishonesty that may seriously limit your prospects for employment, housing, education, and travel. Conviction would...

Get in touch with your lawyer — there may be a warrant for your arrest from missing court, and they may be able to help you rescind it.

Can I be charged with a crime if I've already got a probation violation for the same incident?

It’s nit considered jeopardy to have a PV sanction. However, ABA standards far prefer adjudication of PVs after the resolution of the new criminal...

What if your DUI case has already been addressed in court and did in a mistrial?

Statute of limitations was tolled by the filing of the charging instrument long ago. Your attorney can explain Oregon’s speedy trial statute, and...

If you are charged with a crime, DO NOT GO THIS ALONE. Get a good attorney on your side, now. Delay can hurt your case and your defense. The...

I reside in Oregon, can I be tried for the same crime that has previously been dropped by the DA?

No, because jeopardy attaches when the jury is sworn (jury trial), the first witness testifies (court trial), or you plead guilty or no contest....