Criminal law

The best way to avoid being charged with a crime is by avoiding any type of behavior that may warrant an accusation. However, if you have already been accused of a crime, the best way to avoid being charged is to build a compelling defense. Defending yourself is...

We hear it on T.V. and in the movies: You have the right to remain silent. We believe we know what it means, and that we know when law enforcement must use these words. But, do we really know as much as we think we do? What is the Miranda warning? Is it always...