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November 10, 2023
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Felony & Misdemeanor Charges in Kentucky

Not all crimes are created equal, and how they are charged and prosecuted is certainly not the same. Most States and the Federal system divide crimes into several categories depending on the seriousness of the crime involved
June 10, 2023
Criminal Appeal in Kentucky

Criminal Appeal

Appeals are a right for any defendant. Learn when and how you can access your right to appeal during a criminal court proceeding.
May 10, 2023
Criminal Sentencing in Kentucky

Criminal Sentencing

After entry of a plea or conviction at trial, a criminal case moves to sentencing. Sentencing is the specific sanctions or punishments that are ordered for […]
April 10, 2023
Pretrial and trial on criminal charges in Kentucky

Pretrial & Trial

This is the period after an indictment by the grand jury and before a hearing or plea takes place. Pretrial discovery and pretrial motions happen during […]
July 11, 2014
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Guilty Mind

Most crimes in Kentucky require a prosecutor to prove the Defendant had the correct mental state to commit the crime, which is commonly intentional, wanton, reckless, and negligent. There are crimes that do not require a mental state, those are call strict liability. Strict Liability means that if you do the required guilty act them you have completed the crime in Kentucky
July 3, 2014
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Elements Of A Crime In KY

If you have been charged with a crime in Kentucky, it is important to understand the elements of that crime. Basically what the prosecutor has to show to convict a person of the crime.