Jeremy Widder

After someone is arrested, a criminal defense lawyer is often one of the first people they call. But do you really understand what a criminal defense lawyer does? If you’ve watched any courtroom dramas on television, you may think you know all about how criminal defense lawyers work. The problem is that these television shows … Read more

If you have been found guilty or intend to plead guilty to a crime, one way to show the judge that you are genuinely sorry for your behavior is to write an apology letter. Doing so shows the judge that you understand how serious your actions are, that you are remorseful, and it may help … Read more

If you have been found guilty of a crime, the judge will determine your sentence. Most judges typically limit the number of character witnesses that may appear on your behalf or may not even allow them at all. However, a judge will review almost any number of character letters. A character letter is also known … Read more

If you’ve been arrested, charged with a crime, or are a person of interest in a crime, the first thing you should do is consult a criminal defense attorney. Many believe that having a criminal defense attorney isn’t necessary if they are innocent, but they couldn’t be more wrong. Proving your innocence to law enforcement … Read more

Under the Sixth Amendment of the US Constitution, every person is guaranteed the right to counsel, including the right to represent themselves. However, very few people choose to represent themselves in court, and for good reason. When you decide to represent yourself, you assume full responsibility for all things pertaining to your case, from meeting … Read more

It can be tempting to defend yourself in court when charged with a crime. You can save some money, and if you know that you are innocent, what’s the point of hiring a lawyer? And although there is a cost associated with hiring a defense lawyer, the costs can be even higher by not hiring … Read more