Criminal Defense & DUI
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Can I be charged if I broke my own property while it was in someone else’s apartment?
In Minnesota, you generally cannot be charged just for breaking your own property. But the fact that the item belonged to you does not always end the legal question. If the property was in someone else’s apartment, polic...
What happens if a roommate secretly installed a camera in our shared bathroom?
If a roommate secretly installed a camera in a shared bathroom, that can raise serious legal and safety concerns in Texas. In general, a bathroom is one of the most private places in a home, and secretly recording people...
What are my rights if my ex recorded our private conversation and sent it to my new partner?
In Washington, your rights may depend on how the conversation was recorded, what kind of conversation it was, and whether you had a reasonable expectation of privacy. In general, Washington is a two-party consent state f...
Is it legal for the dog owner to threaten me for reporting the bite?
In general, no one is allowed to threaten, harass, or intimidate you just because you reported a dog bite. If a dog owner is angry about a report to animal control, the police, a landlord, or another authority, that does...
Do I have to go to court for a misdemeanor DUI?
In general, a misdemeanor DUI in Oregon usually does involve the court system, but whether you personally have to appear in court can depend on the charge, the stage of the case, and the court’s rules. Many DUI cases sta...
What are my rights if I was arrested for DUI after taking prescribed anxiety medication?
If you were arrested for DUI after taking prescribed anxiety medication in Washington, you generally have the same basic criminal procedure rights as any other person accused of a crime. That usually includes the right t...
What are my rights if a debt collector threatens to arrest me over an unpaid payday loan?
If a debt collector threatens to arrest you over an unpaid payday loan, that is usually a serious red flag. In general, private debt collectors do not have the power to have you arrested just because you owe a debt. A th...
What happens if I was hit while riding my bicycle and the driver says I crossed too late?
In New Hampshire, a driver’s claim that you “crossed too late” does not automatically decide fault after a bicycle crash. In general, fault in a bicycle-versus-car collision depends on the full facts, including where the...
How do I get my license back after a DUI suspension in Georgia?
In Georgia, getting your license back after a DUI suspension usually involves satisfying the terms of the suspension, paying required reinstatement fees, and completing any alcohol or drug education or treatment requirem...
What are my rights if a security guard used too much force and injured my shoulder?
If a security guard used force that was more than reasonably necessary and you injured your shoulder, you may have a civil claim under general Kansas law, depending on the facts. In broad terms, a security guard is not a...
Do I have to delete a recording if I later realize I did not get proper consent?
In Florida, the answer depends on what was recorded, how the recording was made, and what “proper consent” means in the specific situation. In general, Florida is a state where recording private communications can raise...
Missouri Rear-End Car Accident With No Brake Lights: Am I At Fault and Do I Need a Lawyer?
In Missouri, a rear-end crash is often treated as a question of negligence, but fault is not always automatic. If the vehicle in front had no brake lights, that fact may matter a lot because it can affect whether the dri...
My Ex Used My Credit Card After We Split — Is It Theft or a Civil Dispute?
In North Carolina, an ex using your credit card after a breakup can sometimes raise both criminal and civil issues, but it does not automatically mean theft. The answer usually depends on whether your ex was authorized t...
How do I get a restricted license so I can drive to work after a DUI?
In Massachusetts, a restricted license after a DUI is generally not automatic. Whether you can drive to work depends on your driving record, the type of DUI case, any suspension or revocation in place, and what the Massa...
Can a broken apartment door lead to a felony under Minn. Stat. 609.595?
In Minnesota, a broken apartment door can sometimes be part of a felony property-damage charge, but not every broken door leads to a felony. Under Minn. Stat. 609.595, the legal issue usually turns on whether the damage...