Criminal Law

Many people assume that if there are no witnesses to an alleged crime, the case cannot move forward. In reality, criminal cases in Arkansas are often prosecuted without independent eyewitnesses. While the absence of witnesses can affect the strength of a case, it does...

If you have been charged with DWI in Arkansas, one of the first questions you may ask is whether the case can be dismissed. The answer is: yes, but not in the way most people expect. Arkansas treats DWI charges differently than many other criminal offenses....

Many people believe that fingerprint evidence is one of the most reliable forms of proof in a criminal case. After all, fingerprints are unique. If your fingerprints are found at a scene, it must mean you were involved — right? In reality, fingerprint evidence is...

Residential burglary is one of the more serious property-related criminal charges in Arkansas. Unlike simple theft offenses, burglary charges focus not just on taking property, but on unlawfully entering a place with the intent to commit a crime. If you have been...

One of the first questions people ask after a DWI arrest in Arkansas is whether they immediately lose their driver’s license. The answer is more complicated than many people expect. In most cases, your license is not permanently suspended at the moment of arrest, but...

Domestic violence allegations are among the most common criminal charges filed in Arkansas courts. In many cases, these accusations arise from emotionally charged situations involving spouses, dating partners, or family members. If you have been arrested or...

Many people walk away from a police interview feeling confused about the questions they were asked. Officers sometimes ask things that seem obvious, repetitive, or already known. In some situations, investigators already know the answer before they ask the question....

Many people assume that if someone pleads guilty to a crime, they must actually be guilty. It seems like a simple equation: innocent people fight the charges, guilty people plead guilty. In reality, the criminal justice system is far more complicated. In some...

Many people charged with a crime ask the same question: can the charges simply be dropped? In Arkansas, criminal charges can sometimes be dismissed before trial. However, the decision to drop charges generally belongs to the prosecutor, not the alleged victim....

One of the first questions many clients ask after an arrest is simple: how long will this case take? The answer depends on many factors, including the type of charge, the complexity of the evidence, and the court’s schedule. Some cases resolve within a few months....