When the police pull over a driver that they suspect may be under the influence, their next move is often to put the driver through field sobriety tests. While the movies often recount things like saying the alphabet backward or other outlandish activities, the truth...
Getting your criminal record wiped clean, or expunged, can make a world of difference in your life. The state of Kentucky offers expungement for many felony offenses. When you consider the hardships people face after legal trouble, you can see the value of seeking an...
Did you know that the likelihood of divorce is about more than how well you seem to get along as a couple or how in love you feel? People often cite things like drifting apart or cheating as reasons for divorce, and they certainly are, but you can actually find out a...
The teen years are a time of learning by experience, peer pressure and often rebellion. Sneaking alcohol from appearance stash or trying drugs with friends are common forms of teenage rebellion. Unfortunately for a small minority of teenagers, they will get arrested...
Whatever the charges are against you, don’t be surprised if the prosecutor offers you a deal. Plea bargains are a prosecutor’s “bread and butter,” because they’re a sure deal. In the books, a plea agreement is the same as a conviction. If you take the deal, you’re...
Prenuptial agreements are really for everyone, though there are many common misconceptions surrounding them. A prenuptial agreement can provide protections for both spouses entering a marriage that they should be aware of any understand. What is included in a prenup?...
Kentucky serves as a major point on I-75 and I-64, and sees a lot of drug traffic. One drug that people may want to smuggle from Detroit to Florida is cocaine. However, cocaine is a dangerous drug, and under Kentucky law cannot knowingly or lawfully be trafficked. It...
Throughout a marriage in Kentucky couples build a life together. This means they make plans together, may have children together and acquire assets together. Over time couples may acquire many assets as well. Throughout the marriage they will share these assets, but...
A 64-year-old Richmond, KY woman has been charged with multiple offenses after an incident I-75 North. Deputies received report that a vehicle was unable to maintain its lane and was veering close to striking other vehicles. Upon responding, they found the vehicle...
Divorcing parents may have many concerns about the child custody process which is why it is helpful to know how child custody decisions are guided in Kentucky. The best interests of the child standard guides all child custody decisions and divorcing parents should...