Category Archives: Criminal Defense
Tips for Your Initial Appearance Before You Hire a Delaware Criminal Defense Attorney
Once you have been arrested and detained by police, you will be taken before the court for an initial appearance as governed by Delaware’s Rules of Criminal Procedure. This hearing is an important one, since the judge will read the official charges in court and set bail so that you can be released pending… Read More »
Rules on Digital Evidence in Delaware Criminal Cases
Advances in technology over the last few decades have provided police, prosecutors, and other members of the Delaware criminal justice community with a wealth of resources to fight crime. Officials can now access a wide range of credible, reliable digital evidence that can be used against you in court. However, your basic civil rights… Read More »
R. Kelly Arrested on Federal Charges: FAQs About Indictments
Though his case may not be getting the same attention as Jeffrey Epstein, singer R. Kelly is facing serious sex crimes charges of his own. According to a July 12, 2019 article published by Wilmington’s WDEL News Radio, the five-count federal indictment described various charges involving sex trafficking of minors and young women. The… Read More »
How to Get Evidence Suppressed in a Delaware Criminal Case
If you were charged with a crime and the evidence against you seems overwhelming, it is always important to remember that you still have rights. A violation of your civil liberties under the US Bill of Rights and parallel provisions of the Delaware Constitution could lead the information to be inadmissible in court. However,… Read More »
Wilmington, DE Woman Faces Charges for Resisting Arrest After Beach Fight
A 21-year-old Wilmington, DE woman is facing multiple charges after she attacked police officers who were attempting to break up a fight outside a beachfront bar. A May 20, 2019 article in Delaware Online reported that police who were called to the scene observed the woman fighting upon their arrival. As one officer was… Read More »
Biggest Mistakes When Arrested on Delaware Criminal Charges
Even people who think they know their rights under the Delaware Constitution make mistakes when under arrest. The heat of the moment, frustration, anger, and confusion take over, clouding your judgment about what to do – and not do. While the biggest error you can make is not hiring a Delaware criminal defense attorney… Read More »
Watch Out for Interrogation Tricks Used by Delaware Police
Investigators, detectives, and other law enforcement officers receive considerable training on how to perform their jobs effectively. They are specifically educated on the ways to question individuals of suspected criminal activity, even before arrest. Police do their best to get a confession during interrogations, even when their tactics may violate your right against self-incrimination… Read More »
Top 4 Benefits of Resolving a Delaware Criminal Case Through Plea Bargaining
If you are considering a plea bargain in a Delaware criminal case, you are not alone. Though the US Department of Justice admits there are no exact figures available, it is estimated that between 90 and 95 percent of cases are resolved through plea bargains. These numbers include misdemeanors and felonies, and both federal… Read More »
University of Delaware Among Top College Party Schools
The University of Delaware may rank high among other public universities in terms of scholastics, the school recently earned an accolade of a somewhat dubious nature: In an August 14, 2018, WTOP named the home of the Blue Hens as the number one party college in the nation, where students are more likely to… Read More »
How a Delaware DUI Conviction Affects Your Career
If you have been charged with drunk driving in Delaware, your mind will first turn to the criminal and administrative sanctions that you face. Upon your arrest, law enforcement will confiscate your driver’s license and your driving privileges may be suspended by the Division of Motor Vehicles for a minimum of three months. There… Read More »
