Blogs
What is the difference between Bail and Bond?
26th October 2020
After being arrested, you may be scared, stressed, and unsure of the process that’s to follow. There are many steps in the criminal process that begin the moment you’re arrested and will continue until after your trial. Whether you were arrested for driving under the influence of alcohol, marijuana, or other drugs, one of the… Read more »
Most Common Drug Defenses in North Dakota
30th April 2020
What Legal Defenses are There for Drug Offenses? Whether you are facing prosecution for possession of a controlled substance or the intent to sell or distribute an illegal substance, you may have a number of potential legal defenses available to assert. Depending on the unique circumstances of your case, choosing the right drug defense in… Read more »
Oilfield Injuries | Third Party Liability & Worker’s Compensation
31st March 2020
Worker’s Compensation for North Dakota Oilfield Injuries Working in the oil and gas industry can be dangerous. The Federal Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) includes oil and gas under the broad category of “mining.” Oil and gas-related accidents account for over 70% of fatal accidents within the entire mining industry, and the fatality rate for… Read more »
North Dakota Federal Charges
31st March 2020
What are North Dakota Federal Charges? The United States Attorney’s Office for the District of North Dakota is responsible for prosecuting federal crimes throughout the state and for prosecuting all violent crimes occurring within the Fort Berthold Reservation, the Spirit Lake Reservation, and the Turtle Mountain Reservation. Federal criminal charges are generally much more serious… Read more »
DUI Laws in Minot, North Dakota
31st March 2020
Understanding Minot, North Dakota DUI Laws Driving while intoxicated or driving under the influence (DWI/DUI) is one of the most common criminal charges brought in Minot, Ward County, and across the State of North Dakota. In 2016, the United States Supreme Court heard two DWI/DUI cases from North Dakota, one from Morton County and one… Read more »
Steps to Take after an Assault Charge
27th February 2020
What Should I Do When Charged With Assault? It can be a scary time when you get charged with an assault in North Dakota. You probably have no idea what is going to happen to you. You are probably worrying about the potential trial and figuring out whether or not you are going to be… Read more »
North Dakota DUI Laws
31st October 2017
Driving under the influence (DUI), also known as driving while impaired (DWI), carries significant penalties in North Dakota. A DUI conviction carries both criminal and administrative penalties. This means that you risk losing your driver’s license in addition to receiving a fine or being sentenced to jail time. Criminal Penalties of a DUI On the… Read more »
Why You Need a Criminal Defense Lawyer, Even for Small Charges
12th October 2017
Many people who are charged with a small crime considerably underestimate the possible consequences of that charge. Even if you are not convicted of the crime and don’t have to face official penalties, the proceedings themselves can have a significantly adverse effect on your life and livelihood. This is why you need a dedicated criminal… Read more »