Some federal civil trials in the United States could be suspended because of big budget cuts scheduled by Congress to take effect in January 2013. The announcement was made by the federal judiciary’s policy-making body this week. The 27-member group, which is made up of judges from around the country and meets twice a year, said it [...]

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Often times people do not apply the Miranda warning properly in their discussions. Some believe that Miranda warnings must be read before law enforcement may arrest you. This is not the case. Miranda only applies to in custody statements. If you are in custody and law enforcement questions you without first reading Miranda, your statement [...]

Out of state convictions are very important. Out of state convictions will be counted against you in both State court and Federal court. This includes such convictions as DWI, DUI, or BUI (boating under the influence). You must be aware of your out of state convictions and make sure your attorney is also aware of [...]

Sentencing in the Federal Courts is very different from State Court. In Federal Court, if convicted, you receive a level for your offense committed. That level may be a level 34 for instance. If you accept responsibility for your actions, the Court will often grant a two or three level decrease to a level 31. [...]