In any case that has to go to trial with a jury, it’s important to make sure that the jury itself isn’t biased in a way that could hurt the defendant. Juries are meant to be neutral. Initially, jury selections are neutral. In your state and county, your local court...
Every so often, you’ll hear a story on the news about a major criminal trial that ends in a conviction -- only to end up with a whole new trial because of juror misconduct. What exactly does that mean? Frankly, it can vary from trial to trial, but there are some...
It can be difficult for anyone to gain employment in these turbulent economic times. But it's particularly challenging for someone with a criminal record to do so. Your past criminal history follows you unless you receive a pardon or an expungement of your records....
Any kind of theft allegation could result in serious criminal charges, but property crimes that also involve violence are among the most serious. Robbery is already one of the more frightening forms of theft, as it typically involves face-to-face interaction between...
The Bill of Rights is a collection of 10 important amendments to the United States Constitution. Each amendment outlines crucial civil rights or protections for individuals in the United States. Most people are familiar with the First and Second Amendments, but...
Many people may assume that convicted defendants pay fines and fees and serve a term of imprisonment, and they've done all they need to to make amends for their crime. That's often not the case, however -- particularly when financial crimes are involved. Judges...
Federal authorities dedicate significant resources to tracking down people accused of economic crimes, and defendants are often surprised by the sentences that courts hand down for white-collar crimes. Often, defendants assume that their sentences would be more...
Facing murder charges is one of the most serious types of criminal charges. If convicted, you may face a lifetime in prison. The good news is that everyone has a right to defend themselves. There are so many factors that can lead to a violent and chaotic interaction....
If you find yourself facing drug charges here in Memphis, then you're likely a bit concerned about the impact a conviction may have on your future. Such an outcome in your case may definitively impact your job or custody of your kids. Your participation in Shelby...
Tennessee is a state that does have a Stand Your Ground law. The state law allows people to use deadly force to defend themselves or others if they believe that there is a risk of bodily harm or death to either themselves or others. Like many states with this kind of...
