Peter Blair | May 30, 2018 | Criminal System \ Felony Charges \ Law
An Overview of How Probable Cause Works in Your Case
You can only be arrested for a crime when there is something known as ‘probable cause.’ You may have heard…
Peter Blair | January 8, 2018 | Uncategorized \ Unreasonable Search and Seizure
Are the Police Able to Search My Property? A Helpful FAQ
You have probably already heard that, before the police are able to search your home, they will need a warrant…
Peter Blair | December 11, 2017 | Criminal System \ Diversion Program \ DUI \ Felony Charges \ Law \ Probation
Sentenced to House Arrest After You’ve Received a DUI
Picture this: You’re arrested for a DUI for the first time and wonder if you’re going to go to prison…
Peter Blair | December 8, 2017 | Criminal System \ Felony Charges \ Juvenile Crimes \ Law \ Sentencing \ Theft
Statistics on Juvenile Crimes and What Might be at Stake
The Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention has compiled statistics on juvenile crime rates, understanding some of the common…
Peter Blair | October 12, 2017 | Drug Possession \ Felony Charges \ Law \ Nonviolent Crimes
Drug Possession Differs from Possession with Intent to Sell
Sometimes, drug possession and possession with intent to sell are mixed up. Possession and intent to sell are very different…
Peter Blair | September 27, 2017 | Arrest Warrant \ Felony Charges \ Law \ Stopped By Police \ Unreasonable Search and Seizure
When it is “Reasonable” for a Warrantless Search to Occur
There are several categories that dictate whether or not a warrant is required. Many people seem to think that, no…
Peter Blair | June 19, 2017 | Unreasonable Search and Seizure
When a Search Takes Place Without a Search Warrant
When you are suspected of a crime, sometimes something known as a search warrant is supplied. However, not all searches…
Peter Blair | May 27, 2017 | Arrest Warrant \ Probable Cause
Was my Arrest Legal and What Evidence is Usually Needed?
Let’s say that you are walking about, minding your own business, when you are approached by a police officer. They…
Peter Blair | April 18, 2017 | DUI
Are There Defenses I Can Use for Drunk Driving?
If you have been charged with a DUI, you may wonder what will happen to you and your record. DUIs…
Peter Blair | January 21, 2017 | Defense
Types of Criminal Defenses: Lack of Probable Cause
Understanding what probable cause is can help you determine, in your own case, whether or not there was enough to…