For most criminal offenses, law enforcement officials can arrest and detain a person for 24 hours before the prosecuting attorney must file charges. At that point, the person must be released if charges are not filed. When that government attorney does charge the man...
Being charged with a crime, whether it’s a misdemeanor or a felony, is not anything to take lightly. While it is true that all individuals in the United States have the right to represent themselves in a court of law, choosing this approach places the individual in a...
When a person is charged with DWI, it can be a scary and overwhelming experience. Unfortunately, it can also lead to serious consequences including hefty fines, loss of license, and even time behind bars. One of the first things a person should do when facing this...
As a veteran of the United States, you signed up for military service with the understanding that certain benefits were due to you upon your honorable discharge. Depending on your years of service, your service status and the branch of the military in which you...
When someone passes away, there is a legal process that their estate must go through called probate. At this time, the court will determine if a will has been created and the validity of the document. In addition, any outstanding debt is paid to creditors and the...
