If you are getting impatient while waiting for your expungement case to go forward, you are not alone. Oregon courts are currently dealing with huge backlogs in their expungement systems. According to news reports, the problem stems largely from a law that went into...
Most people become extremely nervous when pulled over on suspicion of drunk driving. Even if you are sober or only had a drink or two, your nervousness can make you appear impaired. When police officers sense signs of impairment, such as rambling, slurred speech or...
Getting convicted of a crime can negatively impact you for the rest of your life, whether you are a U.S. citizen or a permanent resident. However, permanent residents often have the most to lose, as a criminal conviction may lead to deportation. What types of crimes...
A DUI conviction in Oregon comes with serious consequences that most people cannot afford. When you have been charged with a DUI, you might feel hopeless and assume there is no way to beat it, but there are some common DUI defense strategies that are often used to...
Many people who have otherwise clean criminal records may find themselves involved in a domestic disturbance. Whenever police come to break up an altercation between spouses or other family members, there is always a chance that they will choose to arrest someone for...
Having a criminal conviction in your background can be a great burden on your personal and professional lives. Expungement could provide you with a way to minimize the damage. Expungement is the process to seal a criminal record so that it is not accessible to the...
An assault charge in Oregon should be taken seriously, as being convicted of assault can have major consequences. Aside from the potential fines, jail time, probation or other criminal penalties, your employment or immigration status could be in jeopardy. Having a...
Being stopped by the police or immigration officers can be a terrifying experience. Many times, people end up saying too much or saying things they should not, out of fear or anxiety. Police or immigration officers sometimes use this to their advantage, trying to use...
If you’ve been accused of criminal wrongdoing, then you’re probably stressed about what the ramifications could be if you’re convicted. It’s a legitimate concern, as the impact of your criminal conviction can be wide-ranging and long-lasting. To see the importance of...
If you’ve been charged with a DUI, you might think that the evidence held by the prosecution is too much to overcome. After all, they might have observations of you acting intoxicated, breath test results, field sobriety test results, and maybe even incriminating...