Category Archives: Criminal Defense
Will I be sentenced to jail?
Whether you’ll be sentenced to jail depends on the particulars of your case. There are factors that may mitigate it.
Do criminal defense attorneys take all criminal cases?
Most criminal lawyers handle a variety of cases but some may specialize on your specific case type.
Will a criminal defense lawyer bail me out?
No. The job of a criminal defense attorney is to make sure that your legal rights are protected, to investigate your case, and to formulate and put forth your strongest defenses. So long as the judge has set bail, someone other than your lawyer will have to bail you out – and, actually, you… Read More »
Will my case be thrown out if the police don’t read me my Miranda rights?
Not necessarily and here’s why.
What if I can’t afford a criminal attorney?
The court will appoint a public defender free of charge – just like on TV.
Can I tell my criminal attorney everything?
Never withhold information related to your case. When in doubt – disclose it. Your attorney represents your interests – and can’t without the whole story.
How to Bail Someone Out of Jail
Understand how to post bail for yourself or a loved one – on your own or through a bail bondsmen.
Reasonable Doubt vs. Preponderance of Evidence
Reasonable doubt is a case specific question – learn the differences between reasonable doubt and a preponderance of evidence here.