Needing a criminal defense attorney? When I get a call from someone in trouble with the law a common question is: "Can I just go do it myself?"
If you're charged with a crime in Manhattan Municipal Court or Riley County District Court getting a favorable resolution is not your typical do-it-yourself projects.
There are a number of steps that must be taken in order to fully prepare for defending a criminal case. It won't be enough to just go in front of the judge and explain what happened and why you shouldn't be convicted of the crime charged. If you want a chance to do that, you will have to have a trial and you will have to testify. Unfortunately you will likely be testifying against a police officer who made a report of the alleged crime shortly after the arrest or citation was made. This means that the Riley County Police Department officer will have things in front of him or her that will refresh their recollection of the event and their testimony will likely carry more weight than yours.
It's not always right, but that's often the way it is. Luckily, there are ways to prepare your case so that you will have a fighting chance.
Of the things you can do in order to fully prepare for a criminal defense trial, many are not obvious. A criminal defense attorney with experience evaluating, trying, and defending criminal charges in Riley County and Manhattan, KS will give you your best shot. Contact our Manhattan, KS law office for a no-cost consultation. At our new downtown Manhattan location, our staff will give you the personalized representation you deserve. When you call, you'll talk directly to a Manhattan, KS attorney who regularly practices in Manhattan, KS, Junction City, KS, and Pottawatomie County.
This is not legal advice but simply a blog written by the folks over at Blake Robinson Attorney at Law in Manhattan, KS for information purposes only.
Tuesday, March 19, 2013
Friday, March 8, 2013
Fake Patty's Day 2013
Tomorrow is the hallowed Fake Patty's Day celebration here in Manhattan, KS! While a boon to many bars in the Aggieville area, it's also an event that requires additional police presence and EMT workers. Part of the effort to keep Fake Patty's attendees safe is making a medical pavilion in the City Park just South of Aggieville.
If you intend to participate in Fake Patty's festivities and you want to stay out of both the medical pavilion and the custody of RCPD, here's a short list of dos and don'ts:
1. Don't take an open container out in public. This includes the sidewalk right outside your (or your friends) house. All sidewalks are public property. So are alleyways.
2. If you're a minor, don't take an open container (or closed container) of alcohol ANYWHERE. That's Minor in Possession (MIP).
3. Drink some water. Eat some food. Personally, I recommend Hunam Express or Aggie Station.
4. Don't take shots. (Seriously don't, though Jell-O shots hardly count, still watch their number)
5. Have a designated driver. Getting a DUI is costly and can change your life. On Fake Patty's 2013, Safe Ride will also be running during extended hours starting at Noon (12:00 p.m.) on Saturday and running until 3:00 a.m. on Sunday morning.
6. Finally, a bit of advice that is applicable always, if you must break the law, don't break two laws at once. If you want to know why, you'll have to pay me a visit.
Manhattan, KS Criminal Defense Attorney
Hiring an attorney is a complex and important decision and should not be based solely on advertisements (or a blog entry, for that matter) and you should consider your options carefully to find an attorney right for you. This is not legal advice but simply a blog written by Blake Robinson Attorney at Law in Manhattan, KS for information purposes only.
If you intend to participate in Fake Patty's festivities and you want to stay out of both the medical pavilion and the custody of RCPD, here's a short list of dos and don'ts:
1. Don't take an open container out in public. This includes the sidewalk right outside your (or your friends) house. All sidewalks are public property. So are alleyways.
2. If you're a minor, don't take an open container (or closed container) of alcohol ANYWHERE. That's Minor in Possession (MIP).
3. Drink some water. Eat some food. Personally, I recommend Hunam Express or Aggie Station.
4. Don't take shots. (Seriously don't, though Jell-O shots hardly count, still watch their number)
5. Have a designated driver. Getting a DUI is costly and can change your life. On Fake Patty's 2013, Safe Ride will also be running during extended hours starting at Noon (12:00 p.m.) on Saturday and running until 3:00 a.m. on Sunday morning.
6. Finally, a bit of advice that is applicable always, if you must break the law, don't break two laws at once. If you want to know why, you'll have to pay me a visit.
Manhattan, KS Criminal Defense Attorney
Hiring an attorney is a complex and important decision and should not be based solely on advertisements (or a blog entry, for that matter) and you should consider your options carefully to find an attorney right for you. This is not legal advice but simply a blog written by Blake Robinson Attorney at Law in Manhattan, KS for information purposes only.
Tuesday, March 5, 2013
Fake Patty's Day - March 9, 2013
Fake Patty's day is almost here and the City of Manhattan, KS has some things to mention for those partaking of the FPD 2013 celebration. One important item to be aware of is the safe ride program available all day for Fake Paddy's participants. Safe ride will run from Noon on Saturday till 3:00 a.m. Sunday morning. Getting a DUI in Kansas is expensive and can dramatically change your life for the worse.
The RCPD will also be out in force canvassing the area in and around Aggieville. This means underage drinkers should be careful. Even if you are not at a bar, the likelihood of getting a Minor in Possession (MIP) or Minor in Consumption (MIC) will be high. Those home owners/renters around the Aggieville area also should be careful. If a member of your party is an under age drinker you may be subject to a hosting ticket and fine which could be as much as $1,000.00.
So in short, try not to drink in excess this weekend and obey the law. Be careful out there, but if you do find yourself in trouble, contact a Manhattan, KS criminal defense attorney. We can help.
Hiring an attorney is a complex and important decision and should not be based solely on advertisements (or a blog entry, for that matter) and you should consider your options carefully to find an attorney right for you. This is not legal advice but simply a blog written by Blake Robinson Attorney at Law in Manhattan, KS for information purposes only.
The RCPD will also be out in force canvassing the area in and around Aggieville. This means underage drinkers should be careful. Even if you are not at a bar, the likelihood of getting a Minor in Possession (MIP) or Minor in Consumption (MIC) will be high. Those home owners/renters around the Aggieville area also should be careful. If a member of your party is an under age drinker you may be subject to a hosting ticket and fine which could be as much as $1,000.00.
So in short, try not to drink in excess this weekend and obey the law. Be careful out there, but if you do find yourself in trouble, contact a Manhattan, KS criminal defense attorney. We can help.
Hiring an attorney is a complex and important decision and should not be based solely on advertisements (or a blog entry, for that matter) and you should consider your options carefully to find an attorney right for you. This is not legal advice but simply a blog written by Blake Robinson Attorney at Law in Manhattan, KS for information purposes only.
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