There are certain types of accusations that can have far-reaching effects on your life. Even if there are no formal charges or a conviction of these allegations, you may experience various complications in different areas, including your personal and professional...
Accusations of domestic violence can change your life
Accusations of any type of criminal activity can alter the course of your life and result in damage to your personal representation. This is especially true if you are facing accusations of some type of violent crime, specifically domestic violence in Kentucky. From...
The concept of probable cause and how it may affect your case
Even if suspected of a crime, you have certain rights. Kentucky police cannot stop and question you without a valid reason, known as probable cause. Probable cause is when law enforcement has a valid reason to suspect that a crime is taking place. While it does not...
Do you understand your 4th Amendment rights?
Every individual will benefit from knowing the rights granted to him or her by the United States Constitution. This document provides protection from certain things, such as government overreach, and grants citizens the right to privacy and more. In the 4th Amendment,...
What is the difference between assault and battery?
Facing criminal charges is a serious threat to your future interests and opportunities, and you understand there is a lot at stake for you. A conviction brings the possibility of very serious consequences, including time behind bars, fines and much more. You could...
Know your rights during the arrest process
Dealing with Kentucky law enforcement can be intimidating, especially if you have never faced any legal trouble in your past. In order to make an arrest, law enforcement must follow certain procedures and respect the rights of the suspect. Regardless of the potential...
What should you know if facing domestic violence charges?
Criminal allegations involving the harm of another person can come with the potential for particularly serious penalties. Domestic violence allegations can negatively impact your life in multiple ways, and it will be in your interests to defend yourself against these...
Tragic wrong-way crash results in multiple fatalities
Two adults and four children tragically lost their lives in a wrong-way crash on June 5, according to local sources. Kentucky authorities are still trying to piece together the cause of the crash that claimed the life of every individual involved. As with many motor...
Drug crimes charges filed against Kentucky men
Four men have been arrested in Floyd County following a drug bust according to local sources. Police in Kentucky have charged the men with drug crimes after drugs were allegedly found in an apartment they raided. No court date has yet been announced by authorities,...
3 in Kentucky charged with drug crimes
Three people are facing charges after a routine traffic stop allegedly turned up narcotics in their vehicle, according to local police. Officers in Pulaski County, Kentucky confirmed that all three individuals have been charged with drug crimes. All three are facing...