Effective Assistance of Counsel
A criminal defendant’s right to an attorney is found in the Sixth Amendment to the U.S. Constitution, which requires the “assistance of counsel” for the ...
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Oldest Profession in the world: Prostitution
SQ Attorneys represents people charged with all sorts of criminal charges. From DUI’s, to assault charges, to sex crimes like prostitution. Sometimes called “the oldest ...
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Do I Qualify for a Court-Appointed Lawyer?
If you have been charged with a criminal offense and you lack the financial means to hire legal representation, you may be entitled to a ...
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I Am About To Be Sentenced
The sentencing phase in a criminal case usually occurs soon after a defendant pleads guilty to a crime or is convicted after a jury trial ...
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Criminal Trial Process
This past week, SQ Attorneys prepared for trial on a criminal assault 4th degree domestic violence charge. The Constitution guarantees a right to a trial ...
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Drug Charges in the Criminal Justice System
Drug offenses are some of the most common criminal charges filed within the criminal justice system. The Federal and State drug possession laws make it ...
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Pretrial Procedure
Every day, the media reports on big high profile criminal trials that make for great TV drama. We watch movies and TV shows depicting intense, ...
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Sentencing After Guilty Conviction
Judge will decide on the appropriate punishment during the sentencing phase of a criminal case after a defendant has pled guilty or has been found ...
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What is Probation??
Probation is the suspension of a jail sentence that allows a person convicted of a crime a chance to remain in the community, instead of ...
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Going to Trial
Coming up with a defense strategy is not as simple as telling the truth in a way that shows the defendant’s innocence. Instead, it will ...
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