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
Criminal Defense
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.
How Does Parole Work in Kentucky?
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
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