Laws regarding the parole work in Kentucky are set forth in the Kentucky Revised Statutes, (KRS) Chapter 439. KRS § 439.320, specifically, establishes the creation of the state Parole Board and lays out general rules for how the board shall be filled out. The Kentucky Parole Board is made up of nine members, all of
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Kentucky Sentencing Guidelines
The first question that comes to most people’s minds when they’re charged with a crime is, “What can happen to me if I’m found guilty?” It’s a natural first thought. If there’s a chance we’re going to be punished for something, we want to know what that punishment will be. Kentucky, like other states, has
A Criminal Defense Attorney’s Guide to Criminal Courts in Kentucky
In the Commonwealth of Kentucky there are four courts that hear criminal trial matters: State District Court, State Circuit Court, State Juvenile Court, and Federal District Court. Which court the case will be in depends upon the type of case, and potentially, how far along the case is. This artcle focuses on defending adult criminal
Does An Undercover Police Officer Have To Tell The Truth?
We’ve all seen that scene that pops up every so often in the TV crime dramas or those action-packed cop buddy movies. The detective is undercover, following leads, trying to get clues from anyone he can that will help him locate the criminal he’s after. Eventually, our hero runs into someone who suspects that he’s
Will A DUI Show Up On A Criminal Background Check?
When looking for a job these days, it’s common to either be asked about your background or be informed that your potential employer may run a background check on you if you’re to be considered for the job. There are various state and federal regulations in place that are supposed to prevent any sort of