A traffic stop after a night out can be a highly stressful situation, especially if it is your first encounter with law enforcement. You probably would not even know what to do or say when the officer begins asking you questions. To protect yourself from unfair...
Month: February 2024
What prosecutors look for on a defendant’s social media accounts
Nowadays, social media platforms generally serve as extensions of people’s personal and public lives, cataloging the thoughts, activities and interactions of individuals of virtually all ages. Most of the time, this kind of engagement can help people to connect,...
How does the ‘lookback period’ affect a DUI charge?
Montana, like other U.S. states, takes driving under the influence (DUI) offenses very seriously. A conviction for the offense leads to imprisonment, fines, the suspension of the driver’s license and even a requirement to attend a chemical dependency treatment...
Marijuana possession in vehicles: Is it a crime?
Marijuana legislation varies widely across the United States; not all states have legalized the substance for recreational purposes. And while Montana may have approved cannabis for personal non-medical consumption in 2021, the state still has strict laws on when and...