Posts in August, 2012

Aug 24 How do convictions get overturned?

Being convicted of a criminal offense is a serious matter that can adversely affect you and your family for the rest of your life. ...

Aug 23 Can My Conviction be Expunged or My Record Sealed?

Although expungement and sealing of a criminal record are similar, they apply to different circumstances. Expunging Your Record ...

Aug 21 The Difference Between a Civil Traffic Ticket/Citation and a Criminal Traffic Ticket/Citation

Civil Traffic Ticket A traffic ticket is simply a form given to a motorist, or pedestrian, whom the officer has observed or ...

Aug 16 What Remedies Do I Have if I Am Convicted?

You can be convicted of a criminal offense by either entering a plea of guilty or of nolo contendere (no contest) or by being ...

Aug 14 What is the Difference Between Being Charged and Being Indicted?

Being Charged A criminal charge is a formal allegation that you have committed one or more criminal offenses. These can be ...

Aug 10 What is the Difference Between Drug Trafficking and Smuggling?

Trafficking Trafficking in drugs is an expansive term that includes any activity that involves the manufacture, importation, ...