Month: August 2020

A search and seizure could uncover items that could lead to criminal charges. With regards to drug crimes, one could face possession charges based on the proximity of the substance to them. This means if a controlled substance is in a person’s vehicle, this could...

Not every arrest leads to a conviction in court. In fact, not every arrest leads to a prosecutor filing charges in court. Sometimes the police make an arrest but there is not enough evidence for a conviction, so the case does not proceed to a trial. However, even if...

Oregon drivers like you need to know your rights when pulled over. You should also know what to do if an officer decides to test you for the presence of alcohol in your blood.  They will likely start with a field sobriety test. As such, it is important to focus on...

Domestic violence is a heinous crime that ravages communities without bias. Therefore, it is very common for society to view any hint of domestic violence as negative and condemn the perpetrator. It is very possible for false domestic violence accusations to ruin your...

When you face charges of spousal abuse, you may wonder what the types of offenses detail. Learning more about the categories of domestic violence can help you understand the array of issues you are facing. Definitions According to The Advocates for Human Rights,...

Criminal law can be confusing, and it is important to understand basic terminology. Even though the court system can be disorienting, having the right information makes the process easier, or at least more understandable. If the courts are charging you with a crime,...

For those facing DUI charges, there is often a lot of stress and uncertainty. The consequences of these allegations are very serious and some people have an especially difficult time focusing on their DUI case because of other difficulties they are working through in...

Oregon college students like you may not know what to do next when facing a first time DUI charge. You may feel tempted to write it off. After all, it is only a first time offense, right? In reality, a first time charge can still become a first time conviction. And no...

If you have been arrested for and charged with a drug crime in Oregon, you may be one of the many people who struggles with an underlying addiction that contributed to your current situation. Over the years, more and more courts around the country have begun to...

There has been an ongoing debate in juvenile law about whether courts should hold parents accountable for alleged criminal acts committed by children. One might think about stolen packages or shoplifting, but juveniles often commit other far more serious crimes, such...