Being pulled over by an Alaska police officer for a traffic stop can be stressful. However, a person facing such circumstances may feel less stressed the individual is aware of his or her rights ahead of time. This is especially true if a police officer asks a driver...
Criminal Defense
Alaska man convicted of drug charges
When police in Alaska make an arrest on suspicion of illegal drug activity, it sparks a chain of events that can have a significant impact on an accused individual’s life. No two cases involving drug charges are exactly the same. Even if two people are arrested in...
Alaska drug bust in Juneau prompts 6 arrests
Federal investigators say they have evidence that a group of people were committing drug crimes in Alaska between summer of 2017 and May of this year. The authorities claim that those involved used cellphones to connect with people who wanted to buy illegal drugs....
Alaska investigators suspect drug trafficking
A man from another state has found himself facing serious legal problems in Alaska. The Fairbanks Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) has stated that investigators have been tracking this man since 2019. He was recently arrested and is now facing federal charges...
The power of your right to remain silent
When under criminal investigation in Alaska or elsewhere, you do have rights. Many would say the most powerful of those is your right to remain silent. Invoking this right is not a sign of guilt. It is a way for you to protect yourself. The right to remain silent is...
Alaska police make arrest following a scuffle
On a recent Friday, Alaska police were called to the scene of a confrontation between two neighbors. One of them was a 49-year-old man who was ultimately taken into custody and sent to jail. He is now facing numerous charges, including violating the terms of his...
Auto-brewery syndrome can trigger a DUI arrest
When an Alaska police officer makes a traffic stop, it is often because he or she suspects a driver of intoxication. Any number of issues may be considered a legitimate reason for making a suspected DUI stop, such as if the officer in question witnesses a vehicle...
Man arrested on numerous charges has two outstanding warrants
People convicted of crimes often struggle to get their lives back on track. Sometimes, this even increases their chances of being arrested again, further perpetuating the destructive cycle. Criminal defense gives everyone a chance to prove their innocence or explain...
Robbery and theft charges require careful criminal defense
People accused of crimes often carry that stigma with them their entire lives. Besides the criminal punishment they may have to fulfill if convicted, society tends to harshly judge those with a criminal record. One man here in Alaska could be dealing with that very...
DUI arrests, traffic citations over Thanksgiving on the rise
This festive time of year often means celebrations with family, friends and loved ones. Alcohol is often a part of these celebrations. Police are well aware of this fact and may be watching for signs of what they assume is impaired driving. Alaska’s Department of...
