On Friday, May 17, 2024, Scottie Scheffler, World No. 1 golfer, was arrested after trying to drive into the entrance of the Valhalla Golf Club, which is hosting the PGA Championship. Louisville Metro Police Department arrested Scheffler charging him with second-degree assault of a police officer, third-degree criminal mischief, reckless driving, and disregarding traffic signals
Criminal Defense
The Men to See
Every year, the Kentucky Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers (KACDL) gives out several awards. The undisputed highest honor is the Frank E. Haddad Award, which is presented to “a criminal defense lawyer in recognition of exceptional professional achievement which has had a profound effect and sustained impact on the protection of the constitutional rights of
The Jennifer Crumbley Verdict – a Warning Sign for Parents
by Brandi Lewis This past Tuesday, February 6, 2024, a Michigan jury issued a ground-breaking verdict when it sided with prosecutors and convicted the mother of a school shooter of four counts of involuntary manslaughter. Prosecutors charged the mother, Jennifer Crumbley, with involuntary manslaughter because she failed to take steps to prevent her son, Ethan,
Can Convicted Felons Own A Gun In Kentucky?
Gun laws in Kentucky are fairly liberal. In fact, they are among the most liberal in the entire country. No state permit is required for Kentucky residents to purchase guns including rifles, shotguns, and handguns. It’s also completely legal to carry a gun, either openly or concealed, without a permit. There are, however, some restrictions
How Many Innocent People are Jailed Each Year?
More than 2.3 million Americans are currently incarcerated within the U.S. prison system. The reality of their everyday life is isolation; days, months, and years spent in what amounts to a small cage. There is almost no variety in food, activity, or social interaction. Visits with family members are restricted to certain days and times.