JL Carpenter Law

According to research, there are a whopping 10 million arrests  every year. Some of these cases are dropped, but most of them are subject to standard criminal law procedures. If you’ve been arrested on any number of criminal charges including DWI , DUI, BWI , drug possession, domestic violence, or other crimes, you’ll be required to attend court hearings and post bail. However, some people who are facing criminal charges decide to “skip”—or “jump”—bail. Jumping bail is when you fail to appear in court to face charges after you post bail to get out of jail. The act in and of itself violates both state and federal laws and makes your legal situation so much worse. Here’s how. 1. You’ll Lose Your Bail Money When the court sets bail in certain cases, it gives offenders a “way out of jail” before trial. In essence, you’ll pay cash to keep yourself out of jail. If you skip bail, the judge will order that you forfeit your bond, which means monies posted for your jail release will be lost....

Were you recently charged with DWI? Your lawyer will look for critical evidence to build a strong defense as your case takes shape. While your situation may feel dire, keep in mind that law enforcement has been known to make pivotal mistakes that can potentially change your case’s trajectory. This article will walk you through three of the most common mistakes police officers make when arresting someone for DWI. An experienced DWI lawyer can discover these mistakes and help you protect your future and freedom. 1. Stopping You Without Any Probable Cause or Evidence This is one of the most common law enforcement mistakes that can help your DWI case. Officers cannot stop you without an articulable reason. If you’re stopped simply based on a “gut feeling” or “hunch,” the stop is deemed illegal. The officer’s report must state the reason for the stop—typically it ’ s a traffic violation. You may have a) been speeding, b) unlawfully changed lanes, c) failed to stop at a stop sign, d) been s...