Criminal Defense

A DUI arrest across state lines creates immediate problems for your driving privileges. An Alabama conviction transfers directly to your home state. This transfer triggers license suspensions based on your local laws. The driver's license, compact, and record sharing...

Pretrial diversion offers a second chance to those accused of crimes in Alabama. It allows them to avoid a traditional criminal trial and potential conviction.  This program can help individuals make positive changes and avoid the long-term consequences of a criminal...

People accused of criminal activity in Alabama face the risk of several significant consequences. If they plead guilty or the courts convict them after a trial, they may face a variety of penalties. The courts can impose fines or sentence people to prison. Even after...

Fraud is one of the most common white-collar criminal offenses. That category of crime takes its name from the professionals most associated with this type of criminal activity. White-collar criminal offenses typically involve financial misconduct or inappropriate...

People in a variety of situations may find themselves facing driving under the influence (DUI) charges. Some people cannot tell when they have had too much to drink. Others may fail a chemical test after a car crash. In some cases, a mass enforcement sobriety...

Drunk driving allegations can cause many issues for the person accused. Frequently, drivers arrested based on allegations of impairment may feel surprised about their circumstances. Sometimes, misinformation leads to a false sense of confidence or inappropriate...

The college-era mistakes that most people discuss involve unhealthy relationships or staying up too late and then sleeping through class. Many young adults learn important life lessons during college outside of the classroom. For a small subset of college students,...

An Alabama criminal record can limit someone's chances in life. Even employers offering minimal pay typically perform background checks. So do colleges and other educational institutions. Landlords may also check to see if someone has had run-ins with the law before...

People facing criminal charges must think about just about everything they do until their situation has been resolved. As such, they generally need to work with a legal representative who can help them stay on track and help to ensure that they don’t do anything that...

Each state has specific laws that drivers must follow while they’re on the road. These are aimed at keeping the streets safe. Police officers are responsible for watching what’s happening and addressing issues as they notice them. Understanding some of the more common...