Experience
Is The Best Defense
When a case goes to court, the authorities have to provide evidence to try to get a conviction. But do not assume that any evidence they have collected can be used. The way in which the evidence was gathered is very important, and the court does have the ability to...
You’ve probably heard the adage, “a man’s home is his castle.” The U.S. Constitution takes this doctrine seriously. And it is on this basis that the Fourth Amendment protects citizens from unreasonable search and seizure. In other words, the police are generally...
So long as you don't cause massive property damage, leave someone severely injured or have a recent drunk driving conviction, you can typically expect that a driving under the influence (DUI) charge in Idaho will be a misdemeanor offense. Those accused of showing...
Embezzlement is one of those offenses where you may have heard the term used in passing but have never been quite sure of exactly what it entails. It falls under the same category as theft but it’s an offense that usually occurs during the conduct of employment and...
The holiday season is one that should be filled with joy and family memories. For some, this is a time of strife because of issues at home. One thing that shocks some is that the number of reported domestic violence incidents increases during the holiday season. Many...
Do you suspect your roommate deals with or abuses illicit drugs? It doesn’t matter as long as they pay rent, right? It does and could mean receiving a drug possession charge. Drug possession is a serious crime that affects many people for life. Any time you apply for...
If you’ve been pulled over by the police for a DUI knowing it’s your third time, your mind is bound to be racing with thoughts of what might happen next. You’ll be understandably anxious at the thought of a third conviction and what that might mean for both your...
You’ve never had any dealings with law enforcement until now. You suddenly find yourself facing criminal charges and are worried about both the long and short-term consequences. Ultimately, you could end up in jail, lose your job and not see your family for some time....
One of the first things a person facing criminal charges wants to know is what type of sentence they’re facing. The most straightforward answer is, "It depends on a variety of factors." It’s often possible to make an educated guess about what will happen with a...
Yes, Idaho lawmakers permit the use of force when defending oneself, but it is not typically referred to as a stand your ground law. However, the law works much like the stand your ground laws used in other states. If Coeur d'Alene police officers arrested you on...
