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To bring driving while intoxicated (DWI) charges, the state must have strong evidence. Proof of poor driving or chemical intoxication is typically necessary to justify DWI charges and secure a conviction if the case goes to trial. Dashboard camera footage and chemical...
Many people are familiar with the Miranda warning. They understand that they have the right to remain silent when police officers question them. They may also recognize that they need to speak with a lawyer as soon as possible after an arrest. Despite attempting to...
Both state and federal regulations impose limitations on firearm ownership and use. Some states have much more restrictive firearm regulations than others. Arkansas is generally a firearm-friendly state. Hunters and other firearm owners have access to a range of...
There are many different ways that people can break the law with alcohol. Over-consumption, drinking before driving and misconduct while under the influence can all lead to criminal charges. In some cases, people may also face criminal allegations related to...
A traffic stop can lead to a drunk driving charges and other criminal accusations. You can more effectively protect yourself from serious criminal charges by understanding your legal rights. The Constitution protects drivers during traffic stops in three key ways. 1....
When someone is arrested on DWI charges, the police will gather evidence to support this claim. This can start with the officer’s testimony of driving behaviors they observed, for example, or whether or not they smelled alcohol on the person’s breath. The officer...
Many drug crimes involve accusations of misusing prescription or controlled substances rather than misconduct involving prohibited substances, such as street drugs. There are numerous types of medications that pose a higher risk of abuse, including habit-forming pain...
Carrying a gun in Arkansas does not require a permit, but that does not mean that the same rule applies on a college campus. Firearm laws become much more complicated once a student steps onto university property. A misunderstanding about where a firearm might be...
Driving while intoxicated (DWI) is one of the most common reasons people end up with a criminal record. Part of the problem is that there is a lot of inaccurate advice floating around the internet and exchanged in bars and workplaces about how to avoid a DWI arrest....
Police procedurals and crime dramas on television have many people believing that a prosecutor needs physical evidence, such as DNA, fingerprints or surveillance video, to win a case. While such evidence can be important, many criminal cases also depend heavily on...