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Do I Still Need an Attorney for a Misdemeanor?

When someone is arrested, one of the first questions that may come to mind is, “Do I need a lawyer?” Many people worry about the costs of private legal representation and do not wish to risk losing. If a person is charged with a misdemeanor, he/she may not think hiring an attorney is necessary. However, it is imperative to at least speak with a criminal defense attorney, whether it’s a misdemeanor ...

How a DWI Conviction Affects Education

Not only can a DWI conviction have a lasting impact on your employment opportunities, it can also have a negative effect on your academics. Whether you are in high school or enrolled in college, there are several ways a conviction, and even an arrest, can harm your future. Denial of College Applications When you apply for admission into a university, the application will ask you if you have ever ...

How a DWI Conviction Affects Employment

A DWI conviction not only results in jail time, license suspension and fines, it can have a negative impact on your career and future employment opportunities. What Happens When You Apply for a Job When you apply for a job, the employer will conduct a background check prior to hiring you. There is no law which prohibits employers from hiring individuals with a DWI conviction on their record. In ...

Police Need a Warrant to Obtain Cellphone Location Data, Supreme Court Rules

In a huge victory for privacy, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled that law enforcement will need a warrant in order to obtain an individual’s cellphone location data. The 5-4 ruling is a significant stepping stone to establishing a framework which protects Americans from the police taking advantage of their technological information. Up until the decision, the digital right to privacy has been hazy. ...