- Child SupportNews for Alabama, Orange Beach, and Gulf Shore DUIs. A bill in the Alabama House would require people convicted of driving under the influence to pay child support if that act led to the death of a child’s parent or … Read More
- Criminal DefenseIf you are facing a drug distribution charge in Alabama then you need a Alabama drug distribution lawyer on your side. This charge is a very serious matter and a conviction of drug distribution triggers very serious consequences. Contact Ketcham Law and speak with a criminal defense lawyer today.
- DUI/DWIThe latest breaking DUI news in Alabama during the first month of 2022. Birmingham police start an ongoing effort to stop exhibition driving and illegal street racing. Following the op on January 21, 2022 around 2nd Avenue South and 23rd … Read More
- Traffic ViolationsOne can be charged with a wide variety of criminal offenses in a city court. Charges such as Driving Under the Influence (DUI), Possession of Marijuana, Theft of Property, Minor in Possession, Speeding Tickets, and various drug charges are common criminal charges in a city court and can cause substantial and long-lasting harm to one’s driving record and personal life. You need a lawyer who has experience in Alabama court representation.
- Sex CrimesA sexual assault charge must be handled carefully and aggressively. In this day and age just being accused of some type of sex crime can result in a loss of job and a life time of being alienated. If you are accused of a sexual assault do not meet with or speak with anyone prior to hiring an Alabama sexual assault defense lawyer. In addition to any potential criminal penalties, a conviction can trigger a requirement to register as a sex offender and subject you to community notification.
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- MisdemeanorsPossession of marijuana is a criminal offense in Alabama. If you are charged with possession for personal use only, it is considered a Class A misdemeanor. Possession for “personal use” means that you are found with less than one kilogram, or 2.2 pounds of marijuana. If you have no prior convictions under this same statute, then the maximum penalty is one year in jail and a fine of no more than $6,000.
- Drug CrimesIf you are facing a marijuana charge for possession, it is important to know the possible penalties in Alabama. Criminal charges for, not only marijuana possession, but also for the sale and distribution of marijuana, are established by both state and federal law, depending on the nature of the charge.
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- MurderReckless murder charge in DUI case on Birmingham’s Five Mile Road. Charging documents state man was under the in... » More
- ShopliftingTheft crimes: We offer detailed defense representation to individuals charged with a range of theft crimes, including theft of property, as well as shoplifting.
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- ManslaughterReckless murder charge in DUI case on Birmingham’s Five Mile Road. Charging documents state man was under the influence of alcohol and/or fentanyl. Man pleads guilty to 2018 arrest of reckless manslaughter and first-degree assault in Blount County DUI. Judget … Read More