Criminal Defense

Most people have heard Miranda rights being read to people who are being taken into police custody. Even if only on TV. These rights include being able to remain silent and consult with an attorney before questioning resumes.  Some people may believe that these rights...

Many people who are arrested on drug charges serve time behind bars. Some are required to pay financial fines, which may be tied to the specific offense or the amount of drugs they had in their possession at the time. However, West Virginia does have a drug court...

There are many reasons why an individual might need to see a doctor other than their usual primary care physician. Maybe their doctor is on vacation. Perhaps they have a difference of opinion with their doctor about the best treatment available.  Generally speaking,...

Many states have begun changing the way that they view marijuana in a legal sense. States like Washington. Colorado and California were some of the first to legalize recreational marijuana. But this trend has now moved across the country to states like Illinois and...

Clearing your criminal record, also known as expungement, can provide you with a fresh start by removing certain offenses from your public record. That means you may have an easier time finding a job or housing. The expungement process is governed by specific laws and...

The criminal courts in West Virginia have several options in terms of sentencing. In many cases, a convicted party will be sent to prison for a set term. Nonetheless, this isn’t always the case.  Sometimes, the court may allow a convicted individual to serve their...

Police efforts often play a major role in the development of a criminal case. They gather evidence by conducting searches or talking to people. They identify suspects and may spend weeks trying to connect specific people to criminal activity. The evidence that they...

Carrico Law Offices LC 3630222 TBP 20 due 0716 2 ways you could face prescription drug charges in West Virginia A drug charge involving prescription fraud is a serious matter. A conviction can result in life-changing penalties. Two things that can lead to these...

Smartphones contain an incredible amount of information about the person who owns the phone. If that person is being investigated for a crime, it’s very likely that police officers and investigators would like to search the phone for evidence. They may want to read...

It’s common for people to believe that their memory is as accurate as a video recording. This is why an eyewitness in a criminal case will often trust their memory of events, and their account will be considered believable by the court. In reality, though, memory is...