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An arraignment is an early court hearing where you learn the formal criminal charges against you and enter a plea of guilty or not guilty. In Johnson County, the arraignment also moves your case into its next stage of the criminal justice process, which could involve plea negotiations and eventually […]

Being charged with a crime is always uncomfortable, but it’s also not a guarantee that you’ll ultimately be convicted. You have the right to fight the charges at trial, but your best-case scenario could be having the case dropped entirely. If you have been arrested, it is important to understand […]

Facing a criminal charge can leave you feeling like the government already has the case figured out. Even if you never gave a statement to the police, the government has enormous resources to investigate your case and pursue your conviction in court. This might feel overwhelming, but the good news […]

Facing criminal charges in Kansas can be intimidating, especially if you aren’t sure whether you’ve been charged with a misdemeanor or a felony. Although either charge could negatively affect your life, felony charges can pose a much greater risk to your freedom, finances, career, and future. If you have been […]