On behalf of Stevenson Law Office | Jun 29, 2020 | Criminal Law
Most people’s lives and actions are detailed on their smartphones, and they become a hot commodity for the police if they suspect you have committed a crime. That’s especially true in the wake of protests that erupted after the killing of George Floyd while he was in...
On behalf of Stevenson Law Office | Jun 20, 2020 | Criminal Law
Across the country, there are many proposals that could reduce your Second Amendment rights, but in Montana, there is a bill trying to strengthen them. According to MontanaRight Now.com, the Firearm Owners Protection Act aims to help protect the carry rights of those...
On behalf of Stevenson Law Office | Jun 18, 2020 | Criminal Law, Federal Crimes
While the penalties for a federal criminal conviction will vary based on the offense and the related federal statutes, a federal crime should never be taken lightly. A conviction may mean your very livelihood is compromised. For an offense to take on a “federal”...
On behalf of Stevenson Law Office | Jun 8, 2020 | Criminal Law
You have a prescription for anxiety medication, and you sometimes bring a few pills with you when you leave the house, just in case. During a traffic stop, the police officer notices the loose pills, maybe in an unmarked bottle. Can you receive a drug charge for...
On behalf of Stevenson Law Office | May 21, 2020 | Criminal Law
What do police in Montana do when they pull someone over that they suspect of DUI? They have many tools in their arsenal. Today, we will discuss just one of them. We will take a look into field sobriety testing. In specific, we will look at standardized field sobriety...
On behalf of Stevenson Law Office | May 19, 2020 | Criminal Law
In Montana, according to the Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services, it is illegal for you to operate a vehicle with a blood alcohol concentration level at or above 0.08%. If you are under the age of 21, a law enforcement officer can arrest you for...
On behalf of Stevenson Law Office | May 8, 2020 | Criminal Law
Under Montana law, there are strict penalties for individuals convicted of driving while under the influence of drugs or alcohol. Even a first offense may lead to jail time, significant fines and a license suspension. A judge also has the authority to require an...
On behalf of Stevenson Law Office | Apr 23, 2020 | Criminal Law
If you want to invite a friend from another state to go on a hunting trip somewhere in Montana, you might wonder if your friend can legally possess a concealed gun while visiting. Since states may choose to not recognize the gun permits of other states, you might want...
On behalf of Stevenson Law Office | Mar 12, 2020 | Criminal Law
Seeing Montana squad car lights in your rearview mirror for no apparent reason can be terrifying. The dread goes a step further when the police search your vehicle per a warrant that you have no cause to suspect exists. Law enforcement officers can get information...
On behalf of Stevenson Law Office | Mar 12, 2020 | Criminal Law
It is rarely a good thing to see flashing lights in your rearview mirror and have to pull over. Regardless of the reason, you probably will feel uncomfortable and nervous. You may not understand your rights or even be clear on why the officer stopped you. In addition,...
