Every state classifies crimes into felonies and misdemeanors. Legislators decide to classify a crime as a felony or misdemeanor based on the seriousness of the crime. More serious crimes are punished more severely, while less serious crimes carry a less severe punishment. To better understand the difference between a felony and a misdemeanor, it is…
Wyoming criminal law is complicated, and the consequences of a conviction can be severe. If you have been charged with a crime, the stakes are high. The criminal defense team at Just Criminal Law can help by providing advice, explaining the law, and protecting your rights. We also provide psychological support during this difficult time…
The rules of evidence can play a key role in the outcome of a criminal case. If your criminal defense lawyer successfully argues to have certain evidence excluded, neither the judge nor the jury can consider it when deciding whether you are guilty of the crime charged. Similarly, if the judge or jury is allowed…
Criminal charges carry the possibility of prison time, hefty fines, and driver’s license suspensions, as well as collateral consequences like increased insurance rates, difficulty finding a job or apartment, and being denied entrance into many colleges or technical programs. When faced with the potentially severe consequences of a criminal conviction, you need to choose the…
Beyond a reasonable doubt is the highest burden of proof in the American legal system. To find someone guilty, the Constitution requires that a person be proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt. The burden of proof refers to the allegations a party must prove at trial to establish the facts that are in dispute. In…
If you have been charged with a crime, you are essentially entering a foreign world that you know little about. An experienced criminal defense attorney will serve as your guide, your protector, and your trusted advisor. What Does a Criminal Defense Attorney Do? During your personalized case review and strategy session, your criminal defense attorney…
A Wyoming felony conviction carries significant penalties, including hefty fines, court costs, and jail time. You also lose many of your civil rights, including the right to vote, the right to serve on a jury, the right to hold office, and the right to own a gun. Once your sentence is complete, you may be…
People facing criminal charges often wonder if the cost of hiring a lawyer is worth it, especially if they plan to plead guilty or think they’re guilty. Many people believe they should just enter a guilty plea, take their punishment, and try to get on with life as best as possible. Others believe that hiring…
If You Are Under Investigation the Police Are Not There to Help Even if you haven’t committed a crime, it is dangerous to speak to the police without a lawyer. You could make a mistake that a police officer could misinterpret as a lie; the police officer might misremember the question he asked or your…
If your criminal record is making it more difficult to get a job, find an apartment, or get accepted into college or a trade school, a criminal expungement might be right for you. But don’t try to do it alone – the experienced team of criminal defense professionals at Just Criminal Law is here to…
