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How to Challenge a Hit and Run Charge
By George Khoury, Esq. | Last updated on
The penalty for criminal hit and run charges can be much more severe than many people expect. In some jurisdictions, serious jail time can be on the table....
What Happens When You Don't Comply With a Subpoena?
By Christopher Coble, Esq. | Last updated on
Investigations, criminal and otherwise, need cooperative witnesses to supply evidence. In some cases, that assistance is forthcoming -- people report crimes,...
What Is Hearsay and Why Does It Matter?
By George Khoury, Esq. | Last updated on
Hearsay, though technically a noun, is better understood as an adjective that gets used to describe certain pieces of evidence. Generally, hearsay evidence can...
Top 3 Legal Tips When Filming Criminals and Crime
By George Khoury, Esq. | Last updated on
In recent years, professional and amateur filmmakers alike have found much success in the "true crime" subgenre of reality TV, as well as just selling and...
4 Texans Arrested in Grindr Catfish Anti-Gay Hate Crime Attacks
By George Khoury, Esq. | Last updated on
Four Texans have been indicted by a grand jury and arrested as a result of alleged hate crimes the group planned and perpetrated. The young men, ranging in age...
When Can Old, Prior Convictions Be Used Against Me?
By George Khoury, Esq. | Last updated on
When facing a criminal prosecution, a common fear among defendants is that prior convictions will be raised during trial. Unfortunately, in many circumstances,...