Drunk drivers risk their own safety and the safety of others on the road, which is why DUI laws can be so strict. A DUI can affect your future both in the short and long-term if serious enough. Not all DUI charges are equal. FindLaw takes all that legal tape and...
Month: April 2020
Neonatal abstinence syndrome sees dramatic increases
Also called neonatal opioid withdrawal syndrome, neonatal abstinence syndrome occurs in newborn infants whose mothers used narcotics while pregnant. Exposure to opioids in the womb can cause the baby to undergo symptoms of withdrawal following birth. According to the...
ATV chase in West Virginia ends in multiple charges
You are placed under arrest and your mind is racing. You are confused, scared and unsure of what to say or do. Your heart races, as it gets harder to breathe normally. You have seen this process before on television and in the movies, but you never imagined...
What determines felony or misdemeanor drug charges and penalties
Penalties for possession of controlled substances in West Virginia are relatively lenient compared to those in other states. People who face charges of possession of controlled substances in West Virginia may be able to avoid jail time depending on the circumstances....
West Virginia and the death penalty
Many states currently allow for a sentence of death for certain crimes, most notably murder. The federal government also practices the death penalty. However, each state has the right to decide if it will allow this punishment. According to the West Virginia...