It’s not easy walking into a courtroom or navigating the legal system under any circumstances. If this is the first time you’ve made a court appearance, there might be a million thoughts racing through your mind, anxiety is on overdrive and your nerves are on high alert. The combination of not knowing what to expect [...]
Being arrested for a crime can definitely be one of the most traumatic events someone may face in their life. It can also be devastating for loved ones. In the blink of an eye, everything could change for the person being arrested and their family and friends. An arrest is extremely frightening for all involved. [...]
In 2017, the number of arrests in the United States amounted to 10,554,985. That equates to 3,251.5 arrests per 100,000 inhabitants. Every 20 seconds, someone is arrested for a drug law violation in the U.S. At Schulze Law, our criminal defense team is here for you or anyone you know who has been charged with [...]
Important tips for city safety. There are many great things about visiting or living in a city. Large metropolitan areas are buzzing with energy and excitement. In a big city you are surrounded by endless sources of entertainment, culture, activity, stimulation and diversity. Cities have a lot to offer and tons of amazing features that [...]
One of the wonderful things about The United States is the right to privacy. In order to protect this right, the Forth Amendment of the U.S. Constitution protects citizens from unreasonable searches and seizures. The amendment reads: “The right of the people to be secure in their persons, houses, papers, and effects, against unreasonable searches [...]
Have you been arrested and now have a criminal record? Being arrested for a crime can be one of the most traumatic events someone may face in their life. In the blink of an eye, everything could change. An arrest is extremely frightening regardless of if it's your first encounter with the criminal justice system [...]
Have you ever had the feeling someone was listening in on your personal conversations or your privacy was being infringed upon? Have you ever had the suspicion there were an extra set of eyes or ears on you? Many of us have grown accustomed to the idea that information we exchange with others and our [...]
In America, you are innocent until proven guilty and you have the right to a fair trail. These are things that not all countries give their citizens. Even if you are arrested and charged with a crime, you won't necessarily be convicted. Sometimes defendants can be challenging to find or they attempt to avoid a [...]
Immigration is definitely a hot topic. Immigration is also complex, and often confusing process. Federal immigration law determines if a person is an alien and the rights, duties, and obligations associated with being an alien in the United States. They also establish how aliens gain residence or citizenship within the United States. The U.S. Congress [...]
Being arrested for a crime can definitely be one of the most traumatic events someone may face in their life. In the blink of an eye, everything could change. An arrest is extremely frightening regardless of if it's your first encounter with the criminal justice system or if you have a record. In a flash, [...]