Blog Posts in 2018

4 Reasons Why You Need a Criminal Defense Lawyer for a Misdemeanor

After being arrested for a misdemeanor criminal offense, some thoughts which come to mind might include, “It’s only a misdemeanor, so it’s not that serious. I can handle the charges on my own, I don’t need a lawyer.” Since misdemeanors are not as serious as felonies, many people consider such crimes as merely minor in nature. However, there is no such thing as a minor criminal offense. Whether you ...

Getting Pulled Over? Siri Can Now Discreetly Record the Police Encounter

With the recent iOS12 update, an app called “Shortcuts” enables iPhone users to set up a series of actions through voice command. One user from Arizona, Robert Petersen, created an add-on named “Police” which provides drivers with an increased sense of security in the event of a traffic stop by law enforcement. All you have to say is, “Hey Siri, I’m getting pulled over.” Once activated, the ...

Common Mistakes People Make After a Texas DWI Arrest

After getting arrested for a DWI in Texas, there are certain things you need to do to protect your rights and future. However, there are many mistakes people commonly make that can actually hurt their case. To avoid further legal trouble, it is critical to learning what these mistakes are. The following are the most common mistakes people make after a Texas DWI arrest: Not doing anything about ...

Police Body Camera Footage: How It Can Aid Criminal Defense

In recent years, the use of body cameras by law enforcement has grown more and more commonplace. The main objectives were to protect residents from overly aggressive officers during arrests—especially after several cases of officer-involved shootings in the United States—and to shield police officers from any unfounded complaints by suspects and witnesses. Although these miniature cameras ...