If you have exhausted the appeals process for your case, the next step is to seek post-conviction relief (PCR). However, using this procedure to prove your innocence can be a complex undertaking that requires the assistance of a knowledgeable attorney. Appeals vs. PCR...
Month: October 2022
3 consequences of untreated mental health issues in state jails
The correlation between mental health issues and criminal acts is one that continues to gain scrutiny from government officials and mental health professionals. According to the National Conference of State Legislators, more than half of inmates in state prisons show...
What should I do if accused of domestic violence?
There are several serious effects you may suffer if somebody accuses you of domestic violence, whether or not the accusation is true. Even in the event that your partner recants the accusation, if he or she goes to the police you may still face charges. Additionally,...
What can you do when a prosecutor overcharges you?
Regardless of any other circumstances, you have the right to a fair trial when criminal suspicion is cast upon you. You should feel as if you can fight on even terms to assert your innocence, but things certainly do not feel fair when the prosecutor attempts to...
What you can do in the event of an illegal search and seizure
When a police officer pulls you over or stops you on the street or shows up at your home as part of an investigation, you might understandably worry that they will invade your privacy and search through your property. This can make you feel powerless and abused,...