Criminal Defense

If the police do not have clear evidence that a driver is drunk, they may ask the driver to perform a field sobriety test. A field sobriety test is a physical examination of the driver. The police can judge the driver during a field sobriety test and decide whether a...

Accepting a plea deal when facing criminal charges may seem an attractive option to resolve your case. You can avoid the uncertainties of a trial and potentially get reduced charges or a lenient sentence. However, the allure of a plea deal should not blind you to its...

Young people who face arrest may claim that they didn’t want to break the law in the first place. Instead, they were influenced by peer pressure. What they did was out of character. For example, one young man told a story of being arrested in a carjacking. He said he...

It’s now officially the holiday season and it’s an exciting time. People are looking forward to a break from work and spending time with friends and family. For many, the holiday season involves having a few drinks. Nonetheless, for law enforcement, the holidays mean...

Going into stores and seeing all the merchandise available can instill desire in shoppers. It’s up to the shoppers to ensure they’re only walking out with what they can afford. For some people, the desire is great and they try to find ways to bring things home. This...

Iowa has criminal laws against all of the common forms of theft. From fraud and embezzlement to burglary and robbery, there are laws imposing specific penalties for various different kinds of theft offenses. Of all the forms of theft possible, shoplifting may be the...

Drivers convicted of a high blood-alcohol concentration (BAC) drunk driving offense or those with prior impaired driving convictions may need to install an ignition interlock device (IID) if they want to keep their license. In recent years, Iowa has changed its...

Spring is here and Summer’s on the way. That means it’s time for barbecues, graduation parties and weddings. When you attend a celebration, chances are you may indulge in an alcoholic beverage or two. If you drove yourself to the party, you may have a problem. If you...

There is much more to a drunk driving conviction than fines and possible jail time. The collateral damage may stretch beyond the obvious, and the quality of your life may be affected. If you are facing operating while intoxicated (OWI) charges, here is what you need...

It’s no secret that the winter holidays are heavily fueled by alcohol. From spiked eggnog and mulled wine to bourbon-filled chocolates, this is just a “boozy” time of year for many. It’s also no secret that Iowa’s authorities are planning a serious crackdown on...