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Criminal Defense Law

What is Criminal Defense Law? You know the rule: “innocent until proven guilty.”  Essentially, this means that everyone is entitled to certain legal protections, even those who have been accused of committing a crime.  Law enforcement certainly has substantial resources … Read More

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UPOCS (Unlawful Possession of Controlled Substance)

What is a controlled substance? In 2013, 82.3% of all drug arrests were for UPOCS.  That equates to more than 1.2 million arrests in that year.  There are several Alabama laws, included in the Criminal Code, that relate to the … Read More

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Alabama Expungement Law

How Does Expungement Work in Alabama? Alabama residents, charged with a non-violent crime but not convicted, may be able to have that charge expunged, meaning erased from their criminal record and from the public record, as well. Alabama’s expungement law … Read More

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Possession of Marijuana in Alabama

  What is the Penalty for Criminal Possession of Marijuana in Alabama? If you are facing a marijuana charge for possession, it is important to know the possible penalties in Alabama.  Criminal charges for, not only marijuana possession, but also … Read More

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Ketcham Law- “Testimony in a DUI Case”

The penalties for a DUI, or driving under the influence, can be very serious.  In Alabama, the penalties depend on how many offenses you have.  The penalty for a first offense is a fine between $600 and $2,100 and a … Read More

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Former Birmingham Postal Worker Pleads Guilty to Mail Fraud

Mail fraud has been a federal crime in the United States since 1872.  This crime is defined as any fraudulent scheme to intentionally deprive another of property or honest services via the mail.  In Florence, one former postal pleaded guilty … Read More

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A Look at DUI laws Nationwide

This chart identifies certain DUI-related criminal and administrative penalties used in each state: State Administrative License Suspension/ Revocation (1st/ 2nd/ 3rd Offense) Mandatory Alcohol Education and Treatment Vehicle Confiscation Possible? Ignition Interlock Device Possible? AL 90d/ 1y/ 3ys Both No … Read More

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Alabama DUI Consequences

Alabama became the latest state to enact DUI legislation that included the use of ignition interlock devices, also known as IID’s, in 2011.  First time offenders with a blood alcohol level (BAC) 0.15 or higher are required to have an IID … Read More

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