Video: Experts in DWI Cases | When Should You Use an Expert in a DWI Case?
Should you use an expert in a DWI trial? Lawyer Benson Varghese discusses some considerations when making this determination. In a DWI case, a lot of evidence is going to be…
Misprison of a Felony | Aiding and Abetting
What is Misprision of a Felony? The technical definition of Misprision can be found in the statute itself, 18 USC 4: Whoever, having knowledge of the actual commission of a…
Gun Rights after Domestic Violence | Voisine v. United States
The Supreme Court of the United State handed down Voisine v. United States in June 2016. The decision addressed the gun ownership and possession rights of individuals who have been convicted…
What is a 5K Motion in the federal criminal system?
What Is a 5K Motion in Federal Criminal Cases? A 5K motion (or “5K1.1 motion”) is a request filed by federal prosecutors asking the court to reduce a defendant’s sentence…
The Differences Between State & Federal Criminal Defense
State vs. Federal Criminal Charges Several differences exist between the state and federal criminal systems. While both systems include similar statutes, standards, and evidentiary rules, the practical application of these…