You understand the criminal and civil penalties you may face after a DUI conviction. Going to jail, paying an exorbitant fine, and losing your driver’s license and vehicle frighten you. However, other penalties lie beneath the surface; those that you may not have...
Criminal Defense
How do Montana courts determine what is drug paraphernalia?
Along with illegal drugs, sometimes the police find an object that they think is drug paraphernalia, a tool or object used to produce or package drugs. Since a paraphernalia conviction can add more punishment on top of other drug charges, mounting a defense could...
What to know if you are a first-time offender
Getting arrested is a scary experience, particularly if it is the first time for you to go through this experience. Regardless of whether or not you are guilty of the charge, there are some basic guidelines that all people under arrest or awaiting trial should be...
Reviewing the penalties for drunk driving in Montana
Whether you face drunk driving charges currently or you worry about finding yourself in this position at some point in the future, it is essential to go over the penalties for drunk driving. In Montana, you could face a number of serious consequences as a result of a...
How may Montana officials prosecute theft offenses?
A conviction involving incarceration on a theft-related offense may depend on the amount of property Montana officials claim a defendant took. If this is a first-time charge for allegedly taking property worth less than $100, you may ask the court for a deferred...