If the state believes that you played a role in someone else's death, you can face serious criminal charges. Sometimes, an individual faces allegations of capital murder, a crime that can carry the death penalty or life-long incarceration. Other scenarios might lead...
Crimes that involve taking property like robbery, theft and burglary are all defined differently under the law, and those laws vary by state. The way criminal act is carried out and the value of the items taken can both affect the criminal penalties faced by someone...
If you get arrested on charges that you don't believe are accurate, it can be very frustrating. It can also be very stressful if these are serious charges. For example, perhaps you were out with a group of people when someone assaulted one member of that group. You...
Some people choose to become violent, and other people only resort to violence to protect themselves, their property or other people. When someone attacks another person or threatens them, they can face assault charges or worse, depending on what occurs. The person...
Murder charges are some of the most serious offenses a person could face in Arkansas. Depending on the circumstances and the specific charges, murder is a capital offense that could lead to the death penalty or life incarceration for the person convicted. Those...
If you're facing criminal charges, the police may try to interrogate you. You do have a right to remain silent, so you don't have to answer their questions and you can ask to see your lawyer. But they still may try to talk to you, at least until you invoke this right....
For some people who are facing criminal charges, trying to avoid time in jail or prison is the priority. They might learn that they’re being sentenced to probation and be thankful about it. If you’re in this position, be sure that you carefully consider the terms so...
If you are accused of the crime of stealing someone’s home title, you have to take it seriously. This kind of theft happens when someone create a new identity and then forges a homeowner’s signature to get a fraudulent bill of sale. They use this to then transfer the...
It is possible to receive a death sentence for certain crimes in Arkansas. The state has a controversial background associated with capital punishment, largely because of the 1992 execution of a man with self-inflicted yet severe brain injuries. Back in 1967, Governor...
Facing a murder charge is a difficult event for anyone. It might seem even more serious if you learn that your case involves aggravating factors. This could mean that the court opts to enhance the penalties that you’ll face. There are several things that are...
