Northern Kentucky Law Blog
Did your officer have a probable cause to arrest?
Kentucky residents like you should know as much about state law as possible when dealing with a DUI arrest. This could make all the difference when facing a conviction. One thing you should focus on is the manner in which an officer arrested you. They may claim to...
What is the Kentucky joint custody law?
Parents in Kentucky who decide to separate may have fewer choices to make when it comes to child custody decisions, which are often difficult and painful. WFPL 89.3 reported on the joint custody bill when it first passed in 2018. If you and your spouse only recently...
What happens when you face criminal charges
Having prosecutors file criminal charges against you in Kentucky can be overwhelming. Whether the alleged activities involve drugs and alcohol, robbery or white-collar crimes, the process can move quickly. We often fight for the rights of clients facing misdemeanor or...
Parallel parenting may help when co-parenting is unrealistic
Divorce, under even the best circumstances, is challenging. If you have separated from your spouse because of a toxic or negative environment and cannot remain civil, sharing custody of your children is difficult. We often help Kentucky clients find a solution where...
Misdemeanor and felony theft under Kentucky law
Kentucky law distinguishes theft laws between theft by deception and theft by unlawful taking. Both are, by default, a Class A misdemeanor, but either can become a felony under certain conditions. Generally, the greater the value of the property, the more severe the...
Divorce and the family business: What are your options?
You and your spouse started the family business when your relationship was solid, but now that you are divorcing, the source of your income could unravel along with your relationship. Typically, spouses have three ways of dealing with a business in a divorce,...
Rolling retests with ignition interlock devices
Across the country, the use of ignition interlock devices has increased over the last several years. These devices may be presented as one element of the overall set of penalties for a person convicted of a driving under the influence offense. At the same time, an IID...
Comparing the divorce rate in different states
When it comes to the end of a marriage, there are many factors that affect the divorce rate. For example, economic hardships brought on by unemployment cause many marriages to fail, while some married couples stay together during difficult times because of the costs...
How can custodial interference harm you?
Dealing with an ex-spouse that is deliberately attempting to drive a wedge between you and your child can cause pain and frustration. Finding a healthy way to deal with this custody issue is imperative to maintaining a healthy bond. Definition According to FindLaw,...
What if you fail a field sobriety test?
In Kentucky, officers check sobriety levels with field sobriety tests. If pulled over on suspicion of DUI, these tests may end up as the first thing you have to take. You may thus worry about what happens if you fail a field sobriety test. Understanding what happens...
