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Robbery is one of the most serious criminal offenses anyone can commit. The crime deprives another person of their property, but it also usually involves the offender inflicting violence or threatening to inflict violence. The offense becomes even more serious if the property stolen by the offender happens to be addictive and abusable drugs from… Continue reading Pharmacy robbery – what counts as a pharmacy?

Credit cards are beneficial in several ways. They make online shopping easier, for instance, which is important in the modern world. They also may offer rewards, such as airline miles or cash back, that you may want to take advantage of. Plus, credit cards give you access to funds when you do not have cash… Continue reading Credit cards can trick you into additional spending

Drug paraphernalia is prohibited in almost all U.S. states. Some drug paraphernalia is instantly recognizable because they’re designed for specific purposes, such as bongs, water pipes, syringes and needles. Possessing or using any of these objects is a punishable offense in Alabama. However, some drug paraphernalia are made from everyday objects. These include rolled-up bills… Continue reading Homemade drug paraphernalia – is it illegal?

Several harsh penalties await a person accused of drug crimes. They could end up in jail and ordered to pay large fines. Their misconduct may cost them their job or a professional license they spent years in school to obtain. Every defendant accused of violating drug laws theoretically has the right to fight back in… Continue reading Why people ask for their cases to go through drug court

Traffic signs are indispensable aids for any driver needing information on the road. They can provide information on routes, warn drivers of any dangerous elements ahead of them, and even designate places of interest. You might think destroying or altering a traffic sign might be a great prank since it hurts no one. However, not… Continue reading Destroying, defacing a traffic sign leads to surprisingly severe penalties

Chapter 7 bankruptcy can be a straightforward process, but it might become more complex based on the circumstances. Ideally, a debtor can quickly determine what properties have exemptions, potentially allowing them to keep some of their belongings. However, specific laws for categorizing nonexempt property could make it challenging to know what the debtor may lose.… Continue reading What makes property nonexempt under Chapter 7 bankruptcy?

People facing criminal charges often feel intimidated. The criminal justice process may seem overwhelming and like an insurmountable personal challenge. A large percentage of those accused of breaking the law plead guilty because they don’t know if they have any means of defending against the state’s case, due in part to the complexity of the… Continue reading When can a criminal defense attorney suppress certain evidence?

Despite the popularity of social media – where people are free to share as much of their daily lives with as many people as possible – data privacy remains an important human right. Nobody wants to reveal details about their names, home addresses, birthdays, Social Security Numbers and bank accounts to total strangers because such… Continue reading Is doxing a crime in Alabama?

When financial burdens become overwhelming and you can’t find a way out, the prospect of bankruptcy can be appealing. The process can help you shed debt and claim a fresh financial start in your time of need, serving as a financial lifeline when things look bleak. But if you’re like a lot of Alabamians, then… Continue reading What exemptions can you claim in an Alabama bankruptcy?

After being charged with a criminal offense, you need to find ways to aggressively defend yourself. To do so, you’ll need to fully understand how the prosecution intends to pursue its case and the evidence it plans to use against you. Once you have that understanding you can then work to find ways to attack… Continue reading How to minimize the credibility of the prosecution’s witnesses