Speeding has been a factor in about a third of all vehicle crash fatalities recorded for more than 20 years, and many of those who die are teens. Driving too fast endangers others. If convicted of speeding, demerit points will go on your record, which is not a...
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Some probationers will have to submit to monitoring
There are many conditions that are set on a person who is on probation. These are determined by the court and by the community supervision officer. One of the possible conditions is that a person may have to use a monitoring device. There are three types of monitors...
Your defense strategy impacts a DUI case considerably
A person who drives drunk is going to face a lengthy court process because of the charges. They might not face this the first time they drive drunk; however, they will probably be caught eventually. If you are accused of drunk driving, you need to think about your...
Subtle differences between battery and assault
Sometimes, people use the terms assault and battery as the same thing. The fact is that these are two very distinct terms. Understanding what each means might help you out if you are facing one of these two charges. When you intentionally touch another person in an...
Ignition interlocks are required in some drunk driving cases
Some individuals who are convicted of drunk driving will be required to have an ignition interlock installed on their vehicle. This device requires that driver of the vehicle to blow into it. The breath is checked for the presence of alcohol. If the result is higher...
Drug cases might have options not available for other charges
Navigating through the criminal justice system can be a difficult journey, especially if this is your first time as a defendant. We know that being unsure of what's going on can make the situation more difficult to deal with. We are here to walk you through the...
Common types of crimes in New Hampshire
Crime facts can tell you a lot about the place you live. Whether you are a New Hampshire native or are new to the state, you may find the criminal statistics interesting. There are 20,194 property crimes and 2,637 violent crimes in New Hampshire...
Drugs can lead to various criminal charges for one incident
Drugs can lead you down a dark path that might end when you face criminal charges in relation to them. This is a harsh reality for some individuals, but it might be the wake-up call they need. For a person who is facing drug charges, the impacts of the case are...
Probation violations can lead to criminal charges
People are sometimes sentenced to probation instead of having to spend time in prison when they are convicted of a crime. To people who aren't involved in the criminal justice system, this might seem like an easy way out. The truth is that probation can be very...
Marijuana is still illegal on a federal level
Even though many states are pursing decriminalization of marijuana, this is still a drug that is illegal on a federal level. The federal government hasn't been aggressive in the prosecution of many marijuana cases. Instead, it is leaving the vast majority of these...