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...
When a court hands you a sentence, there is a chance you will not have to serve all of it. If you succeed in applying for parole, you may get out early. The problem is, Arkansas seems to prefer to keep people in prison. A recent report graded Arkansas parole...
Quite often, legal terms such as “the right to a fair trial” and “innocent until proven guilty” are uttered without explanation as to what they mean. Such terms are not simply made up or used because they sound good, they are enshrined in the Constitutional of the...
Drug trafficking is a serious offense no matter where you are in the United States. It is particularly serious in Arkansas, where an accusation could end up leading to a felony charge. For trafficking drugs, you could face a variety of penalties. The penalties depend...
If you are facing murder or homicide charges here in Arkansas, it is a serious situation. You likely are running the outcome of various scenarios and not liking the results. You wonder if your defense strategy should include claims of self-defense. That’s a reasonable...
The terms homicide and murder are often used interchangeably as if they mean the same thing. But they do not. Murder is a very specific type of homicide. In general, homicide just means that someone lost their life due to the actions of someone else. That does not...
You’ve gotten involved in something that you shouldn’t have, and you’re worried about your legal liability. You’re understandably anxious, and you probably need some words of wisdom and a little comfort from those you know. You might want to save your questions and...
While you may possess chemicals for innocent reasons such as your artwork, home or car repair project or simply for cleaning purposes, police may see things differently. Drug task forces are always on the lookout for signs that someone may be engaging in drug...
It has happened to pretty much everyone at some point: you get in a hurry, rush out of home and forget or lock your keys in the car. What happens next? For most people, calling the towing company or a locksmith makes perfect sense. But what if it is in the middle of...
