When a person gets in trouble with the law, oftentimes one of the first questions they ask themselves is, “Should I hire a lawyer?” Sometimes that question can be easily answered, while other times you’re not sure if it is necessary. Today, we share five examples of cases where we guarantee that you would benefit […]
The History of the Miranda Rights
The “Miranda Rights” afford American one of the most important civil liberties of the criminal justice system. Miranda dictates that any person in police custody must, prior to interrogation, be clearly informed of the following rights: – The right to remain silent; that anything the person says will be used against that person in court; […]
Warrant Quashed Thanks to ALF Legal Team
This morning the Appelman Law Firm legal team showcased their ability to work quickly and effectively in the face of court issues. Avery was in Isanti County court this morning helping his client deal with legal matters stemming from some past DWI charges. Upon arriving, Avery was informed that his client had a warrant out […]
Prescription Drug DWI Part 3: The Defenses
We’ve already covered the laws and procedures of a Prescription Drug DWI charge. Now let’s take a look at the possible defenses to a Prescription Drug DWI. A DWI charge carries the same consequences whether the driver is under the influence of alcohol or a prescription drug. However, because of the tentative legal status of […]
Prescription Drug DWI Part 2: The Procedures
Oxycontin doesn’t register on a breathalyzer, so how does law enforcement test for drug impairment? While the penalties are the same as for an alcohol DWI offense, the testing procedure for a drug DWI is far different. When a drug DWI is suspected, the officer on duty will call a DRE expert to complete a […]
