What is Domestic Violence in General? "Domestic violence" (Alaska's term for domestic abuse) has been defined by some as a pattern of coercive, controlling behavior that is pervasive and [...]
Has a Marijuana Breathalyzer Been Invented, Yet? As legalization of recreational and medical marijuana expands across the country, police and communities they cover are worried about "stoned" drivers taking [...]
What are "Points" on a Driver's License? For the purpose of identifying habitually reckless, or negligent, drivers and habitual violators of traffic laws, Alaska adopted regulations and laws establishing [...]
What Can I Do If a Warrant is Out for My Arrest in Alaska? So you've heard there's a bench warrant out for your arrest. Simply put, a bench [...]
How Does Alaska Law Protect My Right to Keep and Bear Arms? Alaskans' Right to Keep and Bear Arms is enshrined in the Alaska Constitution, Article I, Section 19: [...]
Does Alaska Law Protect My Constitutional Right to Possess a Gun? Once someone learns I'm a criminal defense lawyer, they ask me about gun rights more than nearly any [...]
Over the 25 years I have been helping others with lawsuits, I am frequently asked: "What is the statute of limitations for X ?" Consider this article a primer on [...]
A / Accessory — a person that helps someone else commit a crime, either before or after the crime. Accomplice — a person who knowingly and voluntarily participates with [...]
Should I Ask for a Suspended Imposition of Sentence in Alaska? Having a criminal record may result in struggling to get good employment and a nice place to live. [...]
Should I Care About an Alaska Pardon? A pardon is a decision by the governor of a particular state to allow a person to be absolved of guilt for [...]
