While your family may enjoy celebrating a special occasion with a few drinks, recognizing which situations are appropriate for this type of celebration is imperative to your ability to set a good example for your teenage children. At ...
Month: November 2018
A closer look: Wrongful convictions in the U.S.
A wrongful conviction can seem crushing, whether it affects you specifically or a loved one you value. Your options may seem extremely limited and depending on the alleged crime, the accompanying penalties can be severe and life-changing.However, a conviction...
Why do death row appeals take so long?
The death sentence is one of the most controversial sentences a court in Oregon can hand down. When a judge applies this sentence to a case, he or she does it with the utmost care. After all, the judge is sentencing a person to be put to death, which is never an easy...
Knowing your rights can help you land a job after incarceration
Getting a job is one of the most important things to do to get back on your feet after being incarcerated, but it can be a challenging step for many people. A criminal record decreases a person’s chances of receiving a job offer or being called back by about 50...
Drunk driving during the winter
For some people, the winter months are difficult due to poor weather and a sense of boredom. Some may drink more during this potentially difficult season and, unfortunately, this can lead to drunk driving accidents and DUI charges. When winter weather arrives, driving...
Eligibility requirements for Oregon Diversion
If you have been arrested and charged with a drunk driving offense in Oregon, you will logically want to understand your defense options. A conviction for driving under the influence of intoxicants can be something you want to avoid and the state's program called...
Oregon man’s conviction reviewed for lack of deportation advice
In 2012, police arrested Javier Garcia-Navarro, a legal resident, on drug trafficking charges. He pled guilty because his attorney told him that it was his best chance at probation. The attorney said that if he only got probation, immigration officials may not flag...