Did the police knock on your door, search your house and find drugs? If so, they may have arrested you. However, what if those drugs were not yours? Perhaps they belonged to a roommate or family member. Before you can be charged with possession, police will need to...
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Family Law
When Can A Child Support Order Be Modified In Montana?
In Montana family law cases, children come to the forefront. Because they have certain fundamental needs, it is imperative that they are supported financially. Often, this means that the custodial parent will receive payments from the noncustodial parent. This is...
Do I Have To Say Anything If I’m Questioned By Police?
Sometimes being pulled over by the police in Billings while driving comes as a complete surprise. You have no idea why the police are pulling you over. The situation becomes even more intimidating when the police start trying to question you about alleged illegal...
Key Points To Remember About A Divorce (Dissolution) In Montana
In Montana, many couples who find their marriage is no longer working will consider parting ways and ending the marriage. In the state, divorce is legally referred to as a “dissolution.” The case will be impacted by its circumstances. For example, if it is an amicable...
Is Your Child Being Subjected To Parental Alienation?
Child custody disputes are often very personal. When disagreements arise, parents can find themselves attacking the character of the other parent, all in hopes of achieving the kind of child custody and visitation outcome that they think is best for their child. While...
How restraining orders affect the accused in domestic abuse cases
Financial times have been tough for your family in part because of the COVID-19 pandemic. Along with that, the stress and tension at home have come to a boiling point as you spend an increased amount of time with your spouse. During times like these, any situation or...
Eyewitness identification: Seeing is not always believing
Imagine that someone is on trial for murder. There’s not a lot of physical evidence, but the prosecution has a witness who picked the defendant out of a lineup. That witness is confident of the defendant’s guilt. This should be the end of the story, right? How can a...
What to know about how toddlers respond to divorce
While no parent feels like they have the “luxury” of talking to their children about their divorce, those who have teenaged children might not realize how much “good” they have it. While older children might be able to get a far better grasp on what going on, you have...
Financial infidelity could set your share back in divorce
Divorce is hard emotionally, but it’s not without its financial tolls either. Gaining stability once you’re through the process can be difficult. To add to complications, a partner lying about their assets can set you behind where you should rightfully stand. Around...
Common criminal defense strategies
If you are charged with a crime, you could face time in jail or prison, fines and experience long-lasting personal and financial consequences, including having a criminal record. Once you are suspected of a crime, it’s essential to contact an attorney and develop a...