Author Archives: Jay Butchko
Who Can Access My Criminal Records After Expungement in Delaware?
For those who wish they could erase all traces of a mistake or lapse in judgment that led to criminal charges, there is an option that comes close: Under Delaware’s statute on disclosure of expunged records, you may qualify to have your records sealed under certain circumstances. Though you cannot delete the entire matter,… Read More »
4 Delaware DUI Laws Motorists Need to Know
The basic components of Delaware’s DUI statute are well-known to motorists: If convicted for a first-time offense, you face a fine ranging from $500-$1,000, incarceration for up to 12 months, and a one year driver’s license suspension. However, there are many subtle details within the state drunk driving laws of which many drivers are… Read More »
Your Guide to Presumptive Sentencing in Delaware
After you are found or plead guilty in a Delaware criminal case, your matter moves to the sentencing phase where a judge will determine your punishment. Contrary to popular assumption, judges do not make decisions on sentencing arbitrarily. Instead, they refer to the Sentac Delaware Sentencing Benchbook, especially the provisions regarding presumptive sentencing. The… Read More »
Delaware Drug Charges for Vape Pens
For multiple reasons, vaping has become a popular way of consuming marijuana by eligible medical patients and users in states where recreational pot is legal. It is convenient to take anywhere, there is less strong aroma, and the equipment is both reasonably priced and readily available. However, regardless of the benefits, cannabis in any… Read More »
FAQs About Title IX Investigations at Delaware Colleges and Universities
The Civil Rights Act and amendments enacted thereafter were passed to make discrimination unlawful in the context of employment and education; Title IX is the provision that applies to educational institutions, from colleges and universities down to grade schools – public and private. The language states that an individual cannot be excluded from participating… Read More »
What to do When Falsely Accused of Child Abuse in Delaware
Child abuse carries horrific physical and emotional consequences for young victims, and statistics from the National Children’s Alliance indicate the tragic scope of the problem. Almost 700,000 children are abused in the US every year, around 1,700 of whom suffer fatal injuries. Plus, child welfare authorities receive around 3.5 million abuse reports that generate… Read More »
4 Myths About Drug Crimes and Punishment in Delaware
These days, anyone with a computer, smartphone, and access to the internet can get a wealth of information, on almost any topic, with a quick Google search. Unfortunately, there is a dearth of regulations regarding the accuracy and details of what turns up when you rely on the World Wide Web for some types… Read More »
Follow This Checklist During Encounters with Delaware Police
Though the specifics will vary, there are generally three types of encounters in which you may need to interact with law enforcement: Police approach you in a public place; Officers seek you out in your home, your place of employment, or your private business; or, They pull you over in your car while driving…. Read More »
4 Mistakes That Can Take a Delaware DUI Case from Bad to Worse
Drunk driving remains a top cause of accidents throughout the US, which is why police take their duty to protect the public very seriously. According to the Delaware Office of Highway Safety (OHS), law enforcement officers made more than 4,000 arrests for DUI in 2018. These individuals face serious penalties for a conviction, including… Read More »
Why You Need a Delaware Criminal Defense Attorney at Every Stage of Your Case
Police, prosecutors, and other members of the criminal justice community take their duties seriously, and statistics reveal the efforts of state officials in fighting crime. According to a report on Crime in Delaware published by the Delaware Criminal Justice Council, law enforcement officers make almost 27,000 arrests every year for various types of criminal… Read More »
