by RJ Ferraro | Dec 16, 2014 | Criminal Defense, Legal Principles
When situations escalate and become heated, the results can be catastrophic. Often times when couples or families fight, emotions run high and sometimes police intervention is requested. The problem with jumping the gun and calling for help is that once the...
by RJ Ferraro | Dec 12, 2014 | Criminal Defense, DUI Defense, Legal Principles
If you are pulled over for DUI and the circumstances of the stop lead to the search of your vehicle, any illegal substance found during the search is subject to seizure. Provided the stop was legal and the search resulting from that stop was lawfully performed, any...
by RJ Ferraro | Dec 10, 2014 | Criminal Defense, Legal Principles
Checking who your spouse texted or emailed may seem harmless, but it can get you in real trouble. Acts that amount to spying on your spouse raise issues in family court, and also in a criminal law setting. While in a divorce case it may be necessary to employ a...
by RJ Ferraro | Dec 9, 2014 | Criminal Defense, Legal Principles
Having a criminal record can make it difficult to obtain employment, credit, and even find a place to live. The good news is that your future doesn’t have to be tainted by a criminal record. You can seek to have damaging information removed from your record. The...
by RJ Ferraro | Dec 8, 2014 | Criminal Defense, Legal Principles
Before you agree to enter a plea in exchange for probation, it is important that you understand what going on probation means. There are some general rules that apply to most every defendant, but there are also facts unique to your case that deserves analysis. The...
by RJ Ferraro | Dec 1, 2014 | Criminal Defense, Legal Principles
Any criminal conviction is damaging, but some crimes are more serious than others. The more severe the charge, the more likely the punishment will be harsher. It is important to know the difference between misdemeanor criminal charges and felony charges. Knowing what...
