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What Happens at an Arraignment?
An arraignment is the very first part of the courtroom proceedings in criminal cases. It is your first appearance in front of a judge, at which time you will be informed of the crimes with which you have been charged. Arraignments are required under the Sixth Amendment of the U.S. Constitution as a way to […]
Potential Legal Issues in Underage Drinking Cases
While underage drinking is, in the long run, certainly not the most serious crime that a young person can be found guilty of, it definitely has plenty of harsh penalties in the aftermath of the incident and will stay on the defendant’s record for years. The most common penalties for underage drinking include a possible […]
