Criminal Defense

Facing a police investigation can be an unnerving experience, but it is crucial to stay calm and informed. Understanding your rights and taking the right steps can make a significant difference in the outcome. There are several things to know when you find out that...

Facing felony charges in North Dakota is a daunting situation that requires a clear understanding of the legal landscape to make informed decisions. Knowing that felony offenses carry significant consequences, many people have questions about what the journey ahead...

Standing trial is an intimidating prospect for most people. In fact, the American Bar Association found that 98% of people charged resort to plea bargains with the thought that it will lead to a more lenient sentence. In North Dakota, plea bargains are frequent and...

Synthetic and real identity theft are two very different categories of crimes that occur in North Dakota. Both are on the rise, but synthetic identity theft uses a variety of tactics that make it difficult for financial institutions to detect and law enforcement to...

When you get arrested and charged with burglary in North Dakota, it's easy to think that the criminal justice system will work against you. However, if you understand the elements of burglary, you may be able to use them to your advantage. Unauthorized entry This...

A woman was accused of illegally transferring money from her in-laws’ North Dakota bank account and using it to purchase a home in Montana. The 56-year-old woman was initially held at the Jefferson County Detention Center in Boulder, Montana, but officials planned to...

Individuals in North Carolina and around the country who are accused of committing crimes have the right to be represented by an attorney. A criminal defense attorney is expected to advocate zealously on behalf of their client while following the rules of...

Some people may believe that getting a misdemeanor is no big deal, and the only type of crime that can affect your life is a felony. This is far from the truth, because a misdemeanor can have a multitude of negative effects on your life. Here are a handful of issues...

Throughout the United States, you maintain certain rights regardless of why officers place you under arrest. For example, you have the right to remain silent and experience a fair trial with attorney representation. And no matter the seriousness of the alleged...

When a person is arrested and charged with a serious felony, a "not guilty" pronouncement is not the only outcome preventing someone from jail time. A judge could dismiss the case. In North Dakota, a high-profile drug case ended with a dismissal. A recent case in...