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Maine law contains detailed procedures for the extradition of a person in Maine accused of a crime in another state or who has been convicted of a crime in another state. While the term ‘fugitive from justice’ may conjure up images of Harrison Ford desperately fleeing from the police, it applies to people who may… Read more »

Being charged with Operating Under then Influance (OUI) is undoutedly serious given the potential jail sentence and the fines.  However, perhaps the most devastating consequence is the suspension of your driver’s license. There is, fortunately, a procedure in Maine to continue driving under certain circumstances before the official suspension is completed. This opportunity is called… Read more »

Many people are genuinely concerned about the impact their criminal record may have on their lives moving forward.  Unfortunately, Maine law does not provide for the expungement of criminal records, except under very limited circumstances. Maine law does permit executive pardons (under certain circumstances) by the Governor.  In addition, it provides for expungement sealing of… Read more »

Most of us hope we will never need the services of a criminal defense lawyer since being charged with a crime is overwhelming and extremely stressful.  Moreover, if the need should arise, you face a bit of a quandary since there are numerous criminal defense attorneys and those unfamiliar with the legal system may have… Read more »

In addition to severe penalties, a sexual assault conviction may also carries a serious social stigma; in fact a mere charge of such conduct may adversely affect one’s standing among friends, family, and even complete strangers.  If convicted, there is the likelihood of a term of imprisonment and the duty to register as a sex offender which may have… Read more »

There are several criminal statutes that target false claims and services against the federal government.  They are contained in Chapter 15 of Title 18 of the Federal Criminal Code.  The primary statute is Title 18 United States Code Section 287 which criminalizes any knowingly false claim made upon or against any department of the United… Read more »

When you’ve been accused of a crime, you want ensure that you have a highly-qualified lawyer on your side; someone who with extensive experience with the court system and equally experienced in the type of charge you are facing . Unfortunately, most people are not equipped to determine whether a particular lawyer has the experience and skills to properly… Read more »

Bank robbery is a serious federal offense which may result in harsh penalties including incarceration and a fine.  If you’ve been charged with  bank robbery, you may feel overwhelmed and concerned. Nonetheless, you have every right to contest such charges including insisting on a trial if necessary.  A skilled Maine bank robbery defense attorney can protect your… Read more »

Federal and State Criminal Defense Are you looking for a criminal defense attorney in Portland, Maine who: Is experienced and uniquely qualified to represent criminal defendants effectively? Has represented criminal defendants in a vast range of white collar, drug and general criminal defense cases? Has handled numerous cases in both federal and state courts in Maine, Massachusetts,… Read more »