Some people may view theft as a minor offense. However, a theft charge can have a deep impact on people's lives, especially if they receive a conviction. According to the Alaska State Legislature, theft means that someone intended to take another person's property....
Getting a DUI is a scary thing, especially for first-time or young offenders. Some may feel tempted to brush it off or ignore it, thinking that they will get off the hook simply for being young or having no prior offenses. But this is a mistake that can lead to...
Many military service members experience traumatic events that lead to the development of post-traumatic stress disorder. This is a psychiatric disorder that stems from a person’s failure to recover from taking part in a traumatic event or being a witness to one....
A misdemeanor charge or conviction can seem like a minor offense. In Alaska, though, a DUI conviction that does not rise to the felony level still carries a long list of negative consequences. These penalties could impact a person's bank account, his or her vocation...
When an Alaska law enforcement official pulls you over and ends up charging you with driving under the influence, you may face hefty penalties in the aftermath. An Alaska DUI may lead to criminal consequences, such as time behind bars, but it also means considerable...
When Alaska authorities charge you with driving under the influence and that charge leads to a conviction, you may have valid concerns about being able to hold down a job without a driver’s license. However, in some cases, you may be able to get a limited license that...
When an officer pulls you over on suspicion of DUI, you will likely face one or two different types of blood alcohol content (BAC) tests. This will often include breath analysis tests, which may seem invasive. Due to the invasive nature of these tests, you may feel...
If you face a domestic violence charge while you are serving in the military or as a spouse of a military member, there are a couple of ways the reporting may go. Each offers different reporting elements. Military OneSource explains the domestic violence reporting...
The penalties you face for an accusation of driving under the influence in Alaska can be steep. The case against you might even be more severe than the offense warrants. The police report that officers file upon a DUI arrest contains information that can help you...
Motorists in Alaska who face penalties for driving under the influence of alcohol may wonder if their alleged offense constitutes a misdemeanor or a felony. The Alaska Court System website notes that these penalties not only count for alcohol use but controlled...
