Protecting Your Rights Every Step of the Way
Juvenile drug cases involve unique procedures and consequences that differ from adult court. Families often face confusion about how these cases move through the Alabama system and what legal options may be available. Juvenile drug allegations can include possession...
Fentanyl is a potent and, therefore, dangerous opioid drug. It is many times more potent than naturally-derived opiates, like morphine. It is also cheaper to manufacture, as people can synthesize fentanyl in laboratories instead of relying on the mass production of...
Police officers who find people in possession of prohibited or controlled substances may assume that their intent was to abuse those drugs or distribute them to other people. In reality, there is often a completely innocent explanation for why people might have...
What would you do if you were cooking dinner and heard a knock on the door and saw police officers on the side when you checked? Many people haven’t thought about this, but the day may come when you face this situation. A home search is often a step in a criminal...
A prescription from a physician makes the possession of a controlled substance legal. However, there are still clear limitations on a patient's conduct even when they possess a valid prescription. Frequently, people with prescriptions fail to understand those...
Teenagers and other juvenile defendants are subject to different rules and procedures than adults. The juvenile justice system largely focuses on rehabilitation and addressing issues that cause delinquent conduct. The goal is to help youthful offenders learn from...
Facing a drug charge can feel overwhelming and frightening. The criminal justice process moves quickly, and early decisions can affect the outcome of your case in serious ways. Understanding the right steps to take can help you stay grounded and protect your future....
Many drug possession or distribution charges begin with the discovery of illicit or controlled substances. Police officers searching homes, vehicles or businesses may find medications for which people do not have prescriptions or substances that are illegal. Police...
Anyone who’s ever watched a police drama has likely heard the officer telling someone that they have specific rights, including remaining silent and speaking to an attorney. Those rights are rooted in the United States Constitution and are known as the Miranda rights...
When police officers find drugs in someone's pockets, in a backpack or in a purse, they can typically accuse an individual of having actual physical possession of contraband. The state can pursue a straightforward criminal case against that defendant. Other times,...
