If facing criminal charges, you need to address the legal aspects of the situation. However, people often overlook the emotional toll of facing criminal charges.  Not only does facing criminal charges cause you stress, but it can also greatly impact your loved ones....

If you are driving and see an officer pull up behind you, you may immediately start to move over so they can get around you or so you can stop. Do you have to stop, though, if you haven’t done anything wrong? Even if you have, is it a requirement that you stop...

Anyone who drinks and drives can be arrested on DUI charges, regardless of their age and other factors. However, the laws in the state make it easier for young people to face arrest. Specifically, Montana uses zero-tolerance laws in regard to underage drinking. For...

While the majority of Americans are extended the right to own firearms under the Second Amendment, at least once they reach an appropriate and legal age, this right can be lost by certain individuals. For instance, many people who are convicted of felonies are...

Being pulled over while driving can be a stressful experience for anyone, even if you believe that you have done nothing wrong. Yet, if you drive long enough, it is likely that the police will pull you over at some point.  Understanding how to stay calm during a...

Driving under influence (DUI) is a serious offense. If you have been arrested and charged with DUI – especially if it is your first arrest – you may be scared and confused, but it’s important to keep your wits about you. What you do, or fail to do, following your DUI...

When a police officer pulls you over for a traffic stop, they likely hope to write a citation or otherwise catch you in a criminal act. If your conduct during the traffic stop disappoints those expectations, the officer might start fishing for a reason to detain or...

Frequently, eyewitness testimony is produced as key evidence in a criminal case. Witnesses are typically called forward to give their account of what they have seen as well as who they have seen. However, research suggests that eyewitness testimony may not always be...

Citizens across Montana rely on their driving privileges for a variety of reasons each day. Often, driving is the only way that individuals can earn money through employment. Additionally, people commonly rely on using the road to visit loved ones and make social...

To err is human, but some mistakes tend to carry more severe consequences than others. If you are facing DUI charges, then you know the penalties that come with a guilty verdict, such as fines, the suspension of your driver’s license and even a possible jail term. ...