If you’re charged with a crime – either a misdemeanor or a felony – having the words “crime of moral turpitude” attached to it can mean serious consequences. Although they’re not easily understood, crimes of moral turpitude can have long-lasting impacts on a person’s life. This is especially true if you hold a professional license or are an immigrant. What is a Crime Of Moral Turpitude? The phrase “moral turpitude” describes an offense or crime that is vile or an insult to morality. Such a … [Read more...]

Things can appear very grim if you’re facing criminal charges and police have evidence against you. It’s important to remember though, that under the U.S. Constitution and Kentucky law, you have rights protecting you against evidence collected illegally by police. Police must follow rules when questioning or arresting someone – regardless of the charges. Some police departments even go so far as to add extra rules of their own. A good criminal defense lawyer will be able to study your case … [Read more...]

As we enter the fall season, football and holiday parties will become more frequent. If a guest you served alcohol to injures someone in a drunk driving accident, you could be opening yourself up to legal trouble. The legal term is social host responsibility, and the consequences are serious. Kentucky Bar Fined for Overserving Guest Earlier this year, a Lexington bar reached a plea deal for serving too much alcohol to a man who later caused a wrong-way crash – tragically killing a family of … [Read more...]