Criminal Law Frequently Asked Questions . . .

This page has links to answers for some common legal questions often asked by clients or their family members. This information is not meant to substitute for actual legal advice or analysis  because no two cases are exactly alike and a single small difference in the facts of a case can make a huge difference in the outcome.

Helpful Answers to General Questions . . .
Can a police officer detain me without arresting me?

What are my rights when a police officer starts to question me?
When am I officially "under arrest?"
Can a police officer arrest me without an arrest warrant?
How much force can a police officer use?
What property of mine can a police officer search?
What happens after I am arrested?
If I am arrested how do I get out of jail?

If a police 0fficer asks me to take a field sobriety test, can I refuse?

I was arrested several years ago. Can the arrest be expunged or removed from my record?