If you are stopped by an officer and accused of driving under the influence, you should know that you could face harsh penalties for that offense. At the same time, if you have a history of DUI offenses on your record, there is a chance that those could affect the...
You’ve been arrested – for whatever reason – and you’re understandably anxious about what may come next. You need to know exactly what kind of charges you’re going to face, and what it may take to get released (if possible) until your case is heard. Unfortunately, the...
Assault charges in Montana can lead to prison time. A criminal record can affect your ability to get housing and your employment. Assault charges can also hurt your chances of getting custody of your children or of passing a background check. There are several...
For the most part, law enforcement across Montana does a decent job at preventing and solving crimes. Like all humans though, police officers are not perfect. If you’re unlucky, you may catch a police officer when they’re having a bad day. Or, perhaps they got into...
If you’ve been pulled over by the police and accused of driving while drunk or other crimes, it’s important for you to know if that stop was lawful. If the traffic stop was not lawful, then any evidence collected during it could be thrown out, and you could walk away...
If the police pull you over when driving, they suspect you have broken the law and are looking to charge you. You need to keep your cool and avoid giving them information that could help them charge you. If you want to say nothing, that is your legal right, and as odd...
Montana is a great state to live in, especially if you're a gun enthusiast. The Second Amendment of the United States Constitution guarantees the right of Americans to bear arms, and Montana is one of the most gun-friendly states in the country. However, there are...
You may think the only way you can be charged with DUI in Montana is by having illegal substances or alcohol in your system. If this is the case, you are mistaken. In fact, you can be charged for a DUI after taking prescription medication given to you by your doctor....
Receiving a DUI means having your license suspended, paying heavy fines and possible jail time. This can prove troublesome if you’re looking to rent a car for work or travel since car rental companies require proof you have a driver’s license and some may want to look...
The start of the new year marked the implementation of legal recreational marijuana in Montana. That’s thanks to Montana Initiative 190, which was approved by voters back in the Nov. 2020 elections. However, there are some important limitations that everyone needs to...
