Criminal Defense
Criminal Trespassing Charges in Kentucky
October 20, 2023 | Criminal Defense
If you have been charged with criminal trespass, the government must prove beyond a reasonable doubt that you entered onto another’s property without legal authority, with knowledge that you were not permitted to do so, and remained there without permission. A trespass charge is a criminal offense under Kentucky law, and it may carry severe… read more
What You Need To Know About Expungement in Kentucky
September 15, 2023 | Criminal Defense
Expungement is a legal process that allows you to have certain convictions or arrests removed from your criminal record. Once expunged, the information is sealed and, in most circumstances, cannot be accessed by regular background checks and will not be disclosed to potential employers. In essence, an expungement acts as though the conviction or arrest… read more
What Are the Safest and Most Dangerous Neighborhoods in Lexington, KY?
September 5, 2023 | Criminal Defense
If you live or work in the Lexington area, you may question how safe your community actually is. According to the FBI’s 2019 statistics, Lexington experienced 967 incidents of violent crime, including 26 homicides that year. There were also 175 reported rapes and 404 incidents of aggravated assault. These numbers are in addition to the… read more
Suhre & Associates, LLC, Helps Rwandan Client Avoid Deportation and Lengthy Prison Sentence
August 9, 2023 | Criminal Defense
Bradley Clark of Suhre & Associates, LLC, recently secured an adjusted sentence that kept a client from being deported back to Rwanda after being involved in a DUI case. Axel Ndagijimana, 24, was charged with second-degree manslaughter in June 2021 after he was involved in a deadly crash. Ndagijimana was driving more than 80 miles… read more
What is Criminal Trespass?
January 16, 2023 | Criminal Defense
Criminal trespassing is a serious offense that can lead to legal repercussions. Being charged with criminal trespass in Kentucky can be overwhelming and stressful, and it’s important to understand the different trespass charges and possible penalties. If you need help with a criminal trespass charge, you should speak with a criminal defense lawyer right away…. read more
Three of the Most Frequently Violated Rights of the Accused
October 8, 2022 | Criminal Defense
Have you been accused of a crime? If so, you might believe that the police officers treated you unfairly or violated your rights. You could be correct. Law enforcement officers violate suspects’ civil rights during investigations and arrests. Violating your rights could lead to one or more defenses in your criminal case. However, the police… read more
The 5 Easiest Ways To Get Your Criminal Case Dismissed in Lexington, KY
July 27, 2022 | Criminal Defense
On TV, it seems that all criminal charges lead to full-blown trials. In real life, however, the process often works quite differently. Criminal law is incredibly complicated, and there are many ways you could obtain a dismissal of criminal charges against you. Enter into a Diversion Program Diversion programs are designed to keep people out… read more
Attorney-Client Privilege: What It Is and How It Can Impact Your Case
June 15, 2022 | Criminal Defense
Attorney-client privilege binds your attorney not to testify about any oral or written communication between you and them. It also prevents any third party from forcing either you or your attorney to testify about such communications (by questioning you or your attorney under oath, for example). Strictly speaking, the attorney-client privilege is a rule of… read more
Exigent Circumstances: What They Are and How They Allow Police in Kentucky to Search and Seize Without a Warrant
June 1, 2022 | Criminal Defense
Exigent circumstances are exceptions to the requirement under the Fourth Amendment for law enforcement officers to obtain a warrant for searches and seizures. The United States Supreme Court defined situations that qualify as exigent circumstances. The circumstances allow law enforcement to act quickly to respond to emergencies. However, exigent circumstances can be used as an… read more
5 Tips to Choose the Best Criminal Defense Lawyer
May 23, 2022 | Criminal Defense
When you are faced with criminal charges, there is a lot at stake. Lifelong consequences that negatively affect your world may be on the table. You need an advocate fighting for you — one who will represent you vigorously in order to get a favorable outcome for your case. But how do you find the… read more