Thursday, May 17th, 2012

My Cousin Vinny Criminal Defense Video Clip

April 9, 2010 by  
Filed under Criminal Law

While watching a court room video clip from one South Carolina criminal lawyer, I could not help draw a parallel between him and a scene from My Cousin Vinny; a classic court room comedy starring Joe Pesci.  The prosecuting attorney is the character in the movie that prompted me to make the connection, however I couldn’t help but be reminded of the priceless scene above.

Drug bust, trafficking & Obama Shaped Ecstasy

March 5, 2010 by  
Filed under Criminal Law

After a routine traffic stop, one police officer discovered he’d be dealing with a lot more than a mere speeding ticket. This traffic stop uncovered heroin, cocaine, and Obama-shaped ecstasy pills – yes ecstasy pills made in the shape of the United States President.  The driver of the vehicle immediately acquired the assistance of some local Nashville drug crimes lawyers.

Armed Robbery

September 25, 2009 by  
Filed under Criminal Law

Armed robbery is said to have occurred when there is a forcible theft.  A firearm is displayed, shown, or present.  Firearms do not have to be fired or even loaded for this charge to occur.  Depending on the situation, other weapons and explosives will also qualify in cases of armed robbery.  Sometimes armed robbery with another weapon will be said to be aggravated robbery.  If you are caught in this situation, get a Raleigh criminal defense attorney as soon as possible.  The sooner you have an attorney, the sooner they can start building your case.  The more time that is available, the more your case can be fine-tuned to your needs.

This is an extremely significant crime.  This will usually result in jail and fines.  If you are a first time offender, sentences are often less than that of someone with a prior record.  A person who is accused of… Read the rest

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