by jwilliamslaw15 | Oct 10, 2025 | Criminal Defense, DUI Defense
Driving under the influence in Alabama is already a serious offense—but when an accident causes injury, the situation becomes far more severe. In some cases, what starts as a DUI can quickly escalate into a felony for assault with a DUI in Alabama. Prosecutors treat...
by jwilliamslaw15 | Oct 4, 2025 | Criminal Defense
Understanding theft charges in Alabama and the potential consequences. Facing a theft charge in Alabama can be overwhelming. Whether it’s a shoplifting accusation, taking property from someone you know, or being accused of a larger financial theft, the consequences...
by jwilliamslaw15 | Sep 29, 2025 | Criminal Defense
Being arrested for public intoxication in Alabama can still lead to fines, jail time, and a record. What Is Public Intoxication in Alabama? Public intoxication in Alabama is often misunderstood. Under Alabama Code §13A-11-10, it is a violation, not a misdemeanor. That...
by jwilliamslaw15 | Sep 25, 2025 | Criminal Defense
When someone is arrested for assault in Alabama, one of the first questions they and their family usually ask is: “What degree of assault am I charged with—and what does that mean for me?” Alabama law divides assault into several degrees, each carrying very different...
by jwilliamslaw15 | Sep 19, 2025 | Criminal Defense
Being accused of possession of a controlled substance with intent to distribute in Alabama is one of the most serious charges a person can face under state drug laws. Unlike simple possession, which prosecutors may treat as a personal-use offense, intent-to-distribute...
by jwilliamslaw15 | Sep 15, 2025 | Criminal Defense
Drug trafficking charges in Birmingham and surrounding counties like Jefferson, Shelby, and Tuscaloosa are prosecuted as Class A felonies with severe mandatory penalties. Drug Trafficking in Alabama Is a Class A Felony In Alabama, drug trafficking is always classified...
