November 24, 2021 | Criminal Defense

Find yourself wondering what the word “bar” stands for in the Bar Exam or Bar Association? The Lexington criminal defense lawyers at Suhre & Associates answer your questions here. Our attorneys are fully licensed members of the Kentucky Bar Association.  If you are facing criminal charges, invoke your right to remain silent and contact a… read more

November 18, 2021 | Criminal Defense

The Lexington criminal defense lawyers at Suhre & Associates explain what you should know about KOOL Kentucky Inmate Search: Kentucky State Penitentiary.  Whether for a DUI, burglary, or assault, we understand how scary it can be to have a loved one convicted of a crime. “KOOL” stands for Kentucky Online Offender Lookup.  This website contains… read more

September 29, 2021 | Criminal Defense

There are many things cops do that are illegal in Lexington, Kentucky. In this article, the criminal defense lawyers at Suhre & Associates discuss what a police officer can and cannot do.  Police actions are subject to numerous constraints from the U.S. Constitution, statutes, and courts. These constraints on police action protect your rights and… read more

September 16, 2021 | Criminal Defense

Clemency is a power given to the governor by the Kentucky Constitution. Clemency is an act of mercy that only the governor can exercise. The governor forgives a criminal conviction or lessens a sentence that was imposed by a court.  The source of clemency power is Section 77 of the Kentucky Constitution. That document states… read more

July 17, 2021 | Criminal Defense

Like many states, Kentucky uses minimum sentencing guidelines for misdemeanor charges. The sentences for a misdemeanor conviction are not as harsh as for a felony crime. However, the penalties could still disrupt your life and have collateral consequences beyond the criminal punishment.  If you are convicted of a misdemeanor crime, you would have a permanent… read more

June 25, 2021 | Criminal Defense

Absolutely! You need a criminal defense lawyer whenever you are being investigated or arrested for a crime. While our criminal justice system is founded on the principle of “innocent until proven guilty,” relying on that belief could result in a conviction and significant punishments. Innocent People are Arrested and Convicted  We want to believe that… read more

May 14, 2021 | Criminal Defense

Being an accessory to a crime in Kentucky can result in a serious jail sentence and other penalties. You do not have to commit the crime to be convicted and sentenced to the same punishment as the person who committed the crime. To be an accessory, all you have to do is help the person… read more

April 20, 2021 | Criminal Defense

Being arrested can be a traumatic experience, especially if it’s the first time you’ve had such an encounter with police officers. You never thought you would be handcuffed and taken away in a police vehicle, but it just happened. What do you do now? If you were arrested on drug possession charges in Lexington, KY,… read more

March 31, 2021 | Criminal Defense

Surprisingly, police scanners are legal for some kinds of private use in Kentucky. But Kentucky restricts the equipment that private citizens may use and how they may use it. Here are the things that you should know about Kentucky’s police scanner law and the legal uses of police scanners in Kentucky. Kentucky’s Police Scanner Law… read more

February 8, 2021 | Criminal Defense

There are several ways a person can get an out-of-state warrant for their arrest. Usually, out-of-state warrants for arrest happen during traveling, whether for leisure or business. But just because something happened in a different zip code does not mean you can ignore it.  How Do People End Up With Out-of-State Warrants for Arrest? Maybe… read more