Illegal drug usage can lead to criminal charges, but there are times when all a person needs is help to kick an addiction. Unfortunately, the criminal justice system is geared more toward punishment and less toward help in these matters. If you are facing a drug...
Drug Crime Defense
Look at the specific points in a drug crime case
Not all criminal charges are created equally. In fact, even when you only consider drug charges, you will come to notice that there are very different charges and penalties for different crimes. This is something that can make coming up with a defense against drug...
What is the purpose of a trial jury?
You might hear people who are facing criminal charges say that they will make their case to the jury. This concept is one that is supported by the United States Constitution. The Sixth Amendment sets the right of a person who is facing at least six months in prison to...
Think about every option in drug charge defenses
Drug convictions can have quite a few collateral consequences for those who wind up convicted. It is imperative to think carefully about how a conviction might impact you as you are making decisions about the course of your defense. Many people don't realize that they...
The full circle of collateral consequences after a conviction
Most people tend to think of the impacts of a criminal conviction in relation to the immediate effects. While these are life-impacting, there are many different consequences that a person who is convicted of a crime might face. The ones that aren't imposed by the...
Don’t think that you are alone when you are facing drug charges
Drug charges are often the result of other issues that are going on in a person's life. For the men and women who find themselves in the criminal justice system, the fear of penalties of the system might seem overwhelming. This comes at a time when they might need...
Find ways to help your friend stay sober and away from drugs
People who are facing drug issues might need help to get off the drugs. For some people, the wake-up call comes when they are arrested for criminal charges. If you know someone in this position, you might want to do what you can to help that person out. One thing that...
Think about each option you have in your drug charge defense
We recently discussed the differences between a grand jury and a trial jury. The differences are considerable, but they play a big part in the criminal justice system. It is imperative that you have a good understanding of what is going on with your case so that you...
Differences between grand juries and trial juries are great
Some criminal charges go through the grand jury. Some criminal charges go through a trial jury. Some criminal charges will go through both. While both a grand jury and a trial jury are part of the criminal justice system, they serve very different purposes. The grand...
Can I share a prescription with a friend who needs it?
People who have prescription drugs for a condition usually use their medications until they are gone. Some people hang on to these drugs in case they need them in the future. The people who keep prescription drugs might be tempted to share those drugs with other...
