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Are the Punishments for an Ambien DUI Considered a Felony or a Misdemeanor: Five Possibilities to Consider

What’s are the Difference Between a Bivens Lawsuit and a Section 1983 Claim?

Both kinds of claims cover civil rights violations that occur under the color of law. Life and/or liberty are usually the civil right(s) at issue in these cases. Furthermore, both kinds of claims originate in federal court, at least in most situations. Additionally, the controversial qualified immunity defense is usually available in both kinds of cases.

Can You Get a Felony DUI Down to a Misdemeanor by Using an Ambien Defense?

Seven Pretrial Release Factors in Federal Criminal Cases

A presumptive bail amount is usually the biggest factor in Federal jail release matters. A Los Angeles criminal defense attorney may be able to lower this amount. Federal bail is set differently. Since judges always determine federal bond matters, these determinations usually involve a number of factors, as outlined below.

What Exactly Constitutes Unlawful Detention?

Officer misconduct can have many different colors and it’s important to know the different ways it can look. Among more common officer misconduct are unlawful search and seizure, brutal force in arrests, and racial profiling. Unlawful Detention is just one violation of civil rights by an officer and you should know what it is before pursuing a claim.