Common Concerns with Hiring an Attorney
When thinking about hiring an attorney, it’s only natural to have concerns – especially...
What to Consider If You’re Accused of a Drug Crime in Oregon
If you’re facing drug charges in Beaverton, Oregon, it’s crucial to understand the specifics of Oregon’s drug laws, the potential for alternative sentencing, the importance of drug treatment, and the various defense strategies that could be used in your case.
Snitching & Plea Bargaining: The Dark Underbelly of the American Justice System
Factually podcast discusses plea bargaining and informant testimony in American justice system, often leading to wrongful convictions and lack of regulation for informant protection and reliability.
In Oregon, Why Would You Need To Register As A Sex Offender?
Sex Crimes are very serious and can have life-long consequences. If you are charged with certain types of sex crimes, you are required by law to register as a Sex Offender in Oregon. The state can charge you with a crime for not registering as a Sex Offender when...
Different Types of Law Enforcement Agents
With so many different types of government law enforcement agents, it can be confusing whichgovernment agent does what and how a citizen should react to each of them. In an emergency, you should always call 911. When reporting a non-emergency you should call your...
You’ve Received a Traffic or Parking Ticket, Now What?
Sure, you could ask the "Facebook Lawyers" how to fight a speeding ticket or how to fight a parking ticket in Oregon, and you will get all kinds of stories. People will tell you what they think the law is and what you can and can't do about tickets. You can ask your...
How To Win A DMV Hearing
There are so many things set in motion when you get arrested for a DUI in the State of Oregon, this is why it is important to get legal representation as soon as possible so you don't miss any deadlines. What is a DMV Hearing? A DMV Hearing, also called an Implied...
Always Follow Police Orders
Knowing what you can and can't do when you are interacting with a police officer is imperative. Stay calm and be courteous to the officer. Whether you are stopped in a car, on a bike, or on foot you must remain calm. Remember that anything you do or say can be used...
Drug Crime Jail Alternatives & Decriminalization
Being convicted of a Drug Crime doesn't always mean a person will be sent to jail or prison but unfortunately, that is usually the case. But it doesn't have to be. Oregon Just Decriminalized All Drugs - Possessing heroin, cocaine, methamphetamine and other drugs for...
New Laws for Portland and Oregon in 2021
(source: KGW News) TLDR; Cigarette and Tobacco tax increaseDriver licenses without Proof of Legal PresenceFacial recognition ban (Portland only)Decriminalization of low-level drug possession (Feb 1)Minimum wage increase (July 1) Cigarette, tobacco tax increase There...
Staying Safe New Year’s Eve in Oregon
Many people are looking forward to being done with 2020 and want to give it a proper send off. However, this New Year's Eve in Oregon will be a lot different than other years. For starters, bars in most of Oregon are only allowed to be open until 11 pm. Secondly,...
The Five Most Dangerous Intersections in Oregon are In or Near Beaverton
Winter driving can be a little more dangerous, but with a little know-how you can reduce the risk of an accident. You need to be especially careful in the spots in and around Beaverton that are 5 of the 10 most dangerous intersections in all of Oregon! Distracted...