Criminal Defense

Getting arrested for driving under the influence is not an uncommon event. However, that doesn’t mean that the criminal justice system won’t aggressively pursue the charges. Someone convicted of a DUI could face jail time, fines and have his or her license suspended....

When people are charged with a more serious crime, especially one that may involve violence, they may not realize what they’re up against. If they’re found guilty, punishment from the criminal justice system can range from probation to significant time in prison....

Have you faced a misdemeanor drug or alcohol-related charge? If convicted, you could end up spending time behind bars and having to pay hefty fines, among various other penalties. Thankfully, the state understands that some individuals facing these kinds of charges...

Criminal allegations are taken seriously in Anchorage and throughout Alaska. Some of these acts are related to auto theft. While many might be under the impression that these crimes are limited to a person stealing a car or SUV, there are other acts that may sound...

No one in the Anchorage area or who is just visiting Alaska to see the sites should be aware that getting a drunk driving charge, called a DUI in this state, is a serious affair even for a first-time offender. In Alaska, a first-time offender must spend at least 3...

Domestic violence charges can be serious for families and individuals. Because domestic violence impacts individuals, families, communities and society as a whole, the family law system provides resources to help. As a result, those dealing with domestic violence in...

Alaska has some of the strictest DUI penalties in the nation. Even first-time offenders face the prospect of a short sentence. And repeat offenders may receive felony charges depending on the circumstances of their arrest. If you've received a DUI, understanding the...

When arrested for sex offenses in Anchorage and across Alaska, the potential ramifications go beyond jail time and fines. It can negatively impact a person’s family life, professional life and cause untold problems that are difficult if not outright impossible to...

An Alaska grand jury recently indicted a nurse practitioner following the opioid overdose-related death of a 22-year-old woman. The woman faces felony drug distribution charges, and both she and a co-defendant face manslaughter charges. These are some of the most...

Being charged with burglary in Alaska can be cause for alarm on many levels. What are the long and short term implications for one's future? What does it do to one's employment options if one faces jail time? What are one's rights while facing the charges and how...