No one ever wants an incompetent or nefarious attorney representing them in a criminal case. The best solution to a criminal charge is to have a great lawyer who advocates for you professionally and effectively at trial. However, if you were convicted of a crime and...
Month: February 2021
Is cannabis possession allowed in Oregon?
The law regarding cannabis possession and use in Oregon has been evolving for a number of years. Because of this, it has been difficult for many residents to keep up with what they can and cannot do with regard to cannabis. This post will present an overview of the...
Man with bumper sticker excusing erratic driving charged with DWI
People who knowingly get behind the wheel when they may be intoxicated are often unaware that a DWI stop can lead to other criminal charges. A Portland man was recently arrested when his bumper sticker caught the eye of a sheriff’s deputy. Unfortunately, the DWI stop...
Three things to know about Oregon domestic violence allegations
Being part of a family can mean being part of a group of people with divergent interests and needs. Even within a single family household an Oregon resident may feel as though the competing moods and energies of their loved ones is difficult to handle. No every moment...
Dozens of criminal cases dismissed due to mishandled evidence
The top prosecutor in Orange County, California, has withdrawn charges in 67 criminal cases after he found sheriff’s deputies had mishandled evidence. District Attorney Todd Spitzer and the Orange County Sheriff’s Department reviewed more than 22,000 cases handled by...
Attacking witness credibility could be key to your defense
Regardless of the type of criminal charges that you’re facing, the chances are pretty good that the prosecution has a number of witnesses lined up to testify against you should your case end up going to trial. That can be a daunting prospect, especially given the high...