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...
by jwilliamslaw15 | Sep 8, 2025 | Criminal Defense
Organized retail theft in the Birmingham metro area is on the rise, and prosecutors across Jefferson, Shelby, St. Clair, Blount, Chilton, and Walker counties are cracking down hard. These cases are very different from simple shoplifting—they often involve multiple...
by jwilliamslaw15 | Aug 26, 2025 | Criminal Defense
Facing a burglary charge in Birmingham or the surrounding counties of Jefferson, Shelby, and St. Clair is a frightening experience. Alabama takes burglary very seriously, and a conviction can carry life-changing consequences—including lengthy prison time and a...
