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...
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...
