Criminal Defense

You love your kids and you think they’re adorable – and watching them play together in the tub with their toys or bubbles is a real delight. It’s also something that could land you into serious trouble through allegations of creating and possessing “child...

In any public gathering, emotions can run high – especially when alcohol is involved. Unfortunately, it only takes a few drinks before some people show the worst sides of themselves, especially when they’re inclined to be aggressive. You know you have the right to...

Sexual intimacy comes with a host of risks for the people involved in an encounter. The possibility of pregnancy and the risk of sexually transmitted illness make consent or voluntary participation in sexual acts important. Individual states across the country have...

The U.S. Constitution contains a variety of legal standards and protections in place to safeguard individuals from improper law enforcement actions. Everyone in the U.S. has rights under the Constitution, and police officers must follow protocols and laws to protect...

Robbery is the crime of taking or attempting to take anything of value from another person by force or threat of force. Technically speaking, robbery is larceny accomplished through an assault. While it’s possible to commit robbery unarmed, armed robbery is usually...

When you and your ex were together, you liked to exchange explicit photos. Maybe it was a way for you to keep that spark in the relationship when you couldn’t be close to one another, such as when traveling for work. But now that you’ve broken up, what happens?...

Outhouses are separate structures from the main building that house toilets. While largely out of use and considered illegal off-grid modifications in several states, West Virginia is one of the few where the structures are still legal. You might think it funny to...

In the realm of intimate relationships, seeking consent is most important. It is not just about saying yes to engaging in sexual activity but is an ongoing agreement to respect each other’s boundaries. Having said that, it can become hazy at times. To have healthier...

Manufacturing illicit drugs is dangerous in many ways. Apart from the fact that it’s illegal in West Virginia, most controlled substances are produced in crude and unsafe homemade “labs” which can be dangerous for both the drug makers and anyone else nearby. One of...