Criminal Defense & DUI
Browse published legal information questions related to Criminal Defense & DUI.
Can I be charged under Minnesota Statutes Section 609.595 if I keyed someone’s car and the repair estimate is $900?
In Minnesota, keying someone’s car can potentially lead to criminal charges because damaging another person’s property may be prosecuted under the state’s criminal damage to property laws. Whether Minnesota Statutes Sect...
What are my rights if police say the damage is over $1,000 but the shop estimate is only $650?
In Minnesota, the difference between a police statement that damage is over $1,000 and a shop estimate of $650 may matter a lot, but it does not automatically decide the legal issue. In general, police reports, witness s...
What happens if I confessed before the officer told me I had the right to remain silent?
In general, a confession made before a police officer gives Miranda warnings is not automatically thrown out. The most important question is usually whether you were in custody and being interrogated at the time you spok...
How do I get a statement suppressed because Miranda warnings were not given?
In general, a statement may be suppressed if it was obtained during a custodial interrogation and the police did not give Miranda warnings before asking questions. In Massachusetts, as in other states, the key issues are...
What happens if someone violates a restraining order issued by an Alabama court?
If someone violates a restraining order issued by an Alabama court, the person who sought the order may be able to ask the court to enforce it. In general, a violation can lead to serious court consequences, and the resp...
Is it legal for someone to threaten to release private photos unless I talk to them?
In general, a threat to release private photos in order to pressure someone into talking, meeting, or complying may raise serious legal concerns. In Washington, the answer often depends on what exactly was said, what the...
How do I handle a DUI charge if I have a commercial driver’s license?
If you have a commercial driver’s license (CDL) and are charged with DUI in Minnesota, the issue can affect more than a regular driver’s license case. In general, a DUI charge may create criminal, licensing, employment,...
What are my rights if I was intoxicated when I waived Miranda?
If you were intoxicated when you waived your Miranda rights, that does not automatically mean the waiver was invalid. In general, courts look at whether the waiver was knowing, voluntary, and intelligent under the total...
What happens if I accidentally captured audio of a private conversation on my dashcam?
If your dashcam accidentally recorded a private conversation in California, the legal consequences can depend on the facts, especially how the recording happened, who was being recorded, and whether anyone had a reasonab...
What happens if a police officer gave me a ticket after the crash but I think the other driver caused it?
In Connecticut, getting a ticket after a crash does not necessarily mean you were the one who caused the collision. A police officer may issue a ticket based on what the officer observed at the scene, witness statements,...
How do I know whether a conversation counts as confidential under California Penal Code 632?
Under California Penal Code 632, whether a conversation counts as confidential usually depends on the setting, the participants, and whether anyone involved reasonably expected privacy. In general, the law is aimed at pr...
Can I Get My Actual License Back on Suspension End Date if 24D Classes Aren’t Done?
In Massachusetts, the answer is often no, or at least not automatically. If your license was suspended and you still have unfinished 24D classes or another required alcohol education program, the Registry of Motor Vehicl...
Can I Sue for Wrongful Detention After Being Held Without Arrest?
In Utah, a person who is held without being formally arrested may sometimes have a civil claim depending on what happened, who did it, and whether the detention was legally justified. In general, the key issue is not onl...
What happens if a payday loan company pulls money from my bank account after I revoked authorization?
In general, if a payday loan company keeps taking money from your bank account after you revoked authorization, that may raise consumer law and banking issues. In Nevada, as in many states, the exact consequences can dep...
How do I fight a DUI if the officer did not observe me for 15 minutes before the breath test?
In Iowa, a missing 15-minute observation period before a breath test may matter, but it does not automatically dismiss a DUI charge. In general, the observation period is intended to help reduce the chance that a breath...