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Feb. 27, 2020

Appeals in the criminal justice system aren't really rare, but most of those come from the defendant appealing something. What is a bit rarer is the prosecution appealing a sentence. One recent case out of Kentucky is proving to be interesting to follow, partially due to an appeal by the federal government.

Feb. 26, 2020

The holiday season is here, which means that adults are probably going to have invitations to office Christmas parties and other festive occasions. If you are planning on attending any of these, you need to properly prepare so that you don't have to face the decision about whether you are sober enough to drive or not. Typically, it is best to plan for a ride home than it is to face a drunk driving charge.

Feb. 26, 2020

Anytime you have sexual contact with someone, you must have that person's consent. There is a chance that you might face criminal charges if you don't.

Feb. 26, 2020

Felony charges are a complex undertaking because of the impacts they can have on the defendant if they're convicted of them.

Feb. 25, 2020

Every state has different categories of crimes depending on their level of seriousness. In Kentucky and Tennessee, the three categories of crimes are infractions, misdemeanors, and felonies, ranging from least to most serious.

Feb. 25, 2020

A child sexual abuse charge is very serious. A person who is charged with child sexual abuse faces harsh penalties under Kentucky law. The penalties vary depending on a number of factors, such as the age of the child, the child’s injuries, and the alleged offender’s criminal history.

Feb. 14, 2020

You had no idea that your new girlfriend or boyfriend was underage -- until their parents called the police and complained about your relationship.

Jan. 23, 2020

Many criminal cases are resolved through the use of plea deals. Reaching one of these requires you to have a basic knowledge of the criminal justice system and the applicable codes.