Protecting Your Rights Every Step of the Way
On Behalf of McElderry Law Firm, PC | Nov 19, 2025 | Gun Charges
Alabama has a reputation as a relatively firearm-friendly state. People do not need permits to carry firearms in many circumstances, and there are fewer restrictions enacted at the state level than there are in many other states. That being said, it is still possible...
On Behalf of McElderry Law Firm, PC | Oct 27, 2025 | DUI
Being charged with driving under the influence (DUI) can be frightening and confusing. A DUI arrest can also lead to serious consequences like license suspension, heavy fines and possible jail time. Taking the right steps early on will help you protect your rights and...
On Behalf of McElderry Law Firm, PC | Oct 14, 2025 | Drug Charges
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...
On Behalf of McElderry Law Firm, PC | Oct 4, 2025 | Uncategorized
A criminal record can be one of the most frustrating consequences of an alleged offense. Even years after a person has completed their sentence, others may learn about their prior mistake by conducting a background check. A shoplifting incident or drug offense from...
On Behalf of McElderry Law Firm, PC | Sep 19, 2025 | Domestic Disputes
Domestic disagreements are part of many relationships, and not every conflict counts as abuse. While it is critical to address genuine harm, it is equally important to understand when a heated argument or a tense moment does not meet the threshold of abuse. ...
On Behalf of McElderry Law Firm, PC | Sep 2, 2025 | DUI
Drinking alcohol increases your blood alcohol concentration (BAC), which is what the police measure when they give you a breath test. You can be arrested on DUI charges, even if your BAC is under the legal limit, depending on whether or not the officer thinks you are...
On Behalf of McElderry Law Firm, PC | Aug 21, 2025 | Gun Charges
Alabama allows permitless carry of concealed handguns, giving residents broad rights to carry firearms in public without obtaining permits or undergoing background checks. Many gun owners assume this means they can carry weapons anywhere they choose. However, state...
On Behalf of McElderry Law Firm, PC | Aug 13, 2025 | Drug Charges
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,...
On Behalf of McElderry Law Firm, PC | Jul 27, 2025 | DUI
We recently discussed breath tests in Alabama, in the context of when and how you can refuse to take one. This is often possible, although it does violate implied consent laws, so there can still be ramifications for refusing the test. But say that you didn’t refuse,...
On Behalf of McElderry Law Firm, PC | Jul 16, 2025 | Gun Charges
For many people, purchasing a firearm is simple and legal. But this is not the case for everyone. Some people have lost their right to own a firearm. For example, when someone is convicted on felony charges, they often lose their gun rights. There are other potential...
