Driver’s license suspensions are often associated with traffic infractions such as speeding or DUI, but there are numerous reasons why the MVC might suspend your license-and some of them have nothing to do with irresponsible driving. Having your driver’s license suspended can be incredibly inconvenient, so if you are facing...

Even if this is your first time being charged with DWI and there are no aggravating factors, a conviction will still have major repercussions including steep fines and possible jail time. But if there are aggravating factors—for example, if you were driving within 1,000 feet of a school zone or...

Becoming a citizen of the United States is a complicated and time-consuming process. In most cases, an immigrant who wants to become a naturalized U.S. citizen must reside in this country for five years and remain physically present in the U.S. for 30 months within that five-year period; however, there are several...

In the United States, those who face criminal charges have the right to hire a criminal lawyer to construct a proper defense. The defense strategy you use can either help your case or harm it, and as a result, choosing the right defense is critical. The most appropriate strategy will...

A criminal conviction can severely compromise your personal and financial interests. A guilty verdict for a criminal charge may result in a lengthy prison sentence and steep fines. Several factors determine whether you can—or should—appeal your conviction. A prison sentence is motivation enough to initiate the appeals process, especially if...