In our previous blog post, we discussed some facts about holiday drinking and driving. The main point that we want you to know is that if you do have to drive home after having a few drinks this New Year's Eve, there is a chance that you are going to face criminal...
Year: 2016
Know some points about holiday drinking and driving
Drunk driving is a factor in 57 percent of fatal accidents on New Year's Eve and New Year's Day. This is a factor in 52 percent of fatal accidents on Christmas Day. In each of these cases, a family has to deal with the death of a loved one that could have been...
Heroin-related charges have serious penalties in West Virginia
The heroin epidemic has led states to have very strict laws regarding this drug. West Virginia isn't an exception to this, so if you are accused of any heroin-related charges, you are facing some very serious penalties that mustn't be ignored.Even possession of heroin...
Know how plea bargains can affect your case and your life
Our blog posts in the past have discussed many different types of criminal charges and defense strategies. While it is true that you need to prepare your case to go to trial, the vast majority of criminal cases are settled through the use of plea bargains. These...
How are terrorism and hate crimes different?
When people are attacked for any reason, there is a chance that criminal charges could be placed against the attacker. The circumstances of the case dictate what charges are possible. In some cases, a person might be charged with a hate crime or with terrorism....
Clown pranks can lead to criminal charges
With all of the scary clown stories that are circulating around the country, a Monongalia County deputy is warning residents that trying to play a scary clown prank isn't something that is advisable. The deputy noted that it could be a criminal act to just walk around...
West Virginia city’s efforts haven’t reduced opioid overdoses
As we've discussed in the past, West Virginia, like many states, has a serious problem with prescription opioids and heroin. While many people start out taking prescription painkillers for their intended purpose, they are highly addictive and, like heroin, can result...
Know the options you have for a drug case defense
When it comes to drug charges, there are a lot of variables that can impact the case. This is why it is so important for you to go through the case against you as you build your case. The exact elements that you are looking for will vary depending on the circumstances...
What you need to know about owning a gun in West Virginia
Many West Virginia residents own guns. However, if you are a gun owner, it's essential to follow state and federal weapons laws. Our state has the unfortunate distinction of having supplied more guns used in crimes per capita than all but one other state, so those...
City recorder to resign over misuse of funds
The former acting mayor and current city recorder for Buckhannon will be resigning soon, following an investigation into his alleged improper use of a fuel card belonging to the city during his tenure as mayor in 2015. State police indicated that they have reached a...