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People often think that all defendants in criminal matters have the option of having a jury trial, but this isn't the case. There are several things that are required before a jury trial must occur. These are set by the Sixth Amendment to the United States...

The process of divorcing is mentally draining. You have to go through the division of everything from the marriage at a time when you are probably still trying to cope with the fact that the marriage is over. This can all wear on you. If you have children, this is...

Having a criminal charge or conviction on your record can impact your life even after you have paid for your crime. It can affect employment, housing and educational opportunities, among others. However, certain charges and convictions can be expunged from your...

Adopting a child is a beautiful experience for a family. There are many types of adoptions, so people who are considering this should ensure that they are making the correct decision for their family. One type of adoption is a stepparent adoption. This enables a child...

Some parents focus on taking their children out of the house to do things that will create memories, but the best memories are sometimes made at home. If your child is going through a rough period of adjustment, such as what happens during a divorce, the stimulation...

Some defendants opt to resolve their case through plea bargains. This means that the defendant will plead either no contest or guilty to a specific charge or set of charges. In exchange for this, the prosecution agrees to meet specific conditions. In order for the...

The end of a marriage can come about for a variety of reasons. In most cases, you have an idea of what's coming before any paperwork is filed. This gives you time to prepare for the process. There are several ways that you can do this. You should remember that you...

Kentucky is in the midst of the "Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over" campaign, which will run in full force through Jan. 1, 2019. The increased enforcement is aimed at getting impaired drivers off the road and putting a stop to the drunk driving crashes that are fully...

The idea of signing a pre-nuptial agreement has always had a stigma attached to it. Some people believe that maybe one person has doubt about the marriage or that the person has more interest in their personal possessions than they do their spouse. These assumptions...

The holidays are a time when families gather together. While you were married, you and your ex likely did things together. Now that you are going through a divorce, you might find that things are changing. You will need to find ways to make it through it all.Try to be...