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burdens of proof and beyond reasonable doubt in court explained by William Bly at The Maine Criminal Defense Group

You don’t know how you got here. Recently, were are sitting in a cell that you never pictured yourself in, wondering if you really might end up being sentenced to time in prison and what that will cost you. The charge on the paper the lawyer of the day showed

Field Sobriety Tests Used in Maine

You are replaying the stop in your head. The lights, the questions, the officer asking you to walk a line or stand on one leg while cars passed on the shoulder. With your bad back, you can’t stand up straight on your best day, let alone follow directions as quickly

Is Intoxication a Defense Against Maine Sex Crime Allegations?

Sex crime allegations are treated very seriously by law enforcement and the Maine judicial system in general. While several potentially strong defenses may be available against a sex crime charge, intoxication is rarely one of them. For voluntary intoxication, where you consumed drugs or alcohol of your own volition, the

Graham Platner Maine gross sexual assault allegations discussed by William Bly at The Maine Criminal Defense Group

A recent USA TODAY article examined whether Graham Platner, until recently a Democratic candidate for U.S. Senate in Maine, could face criminal charges over a 2021 sexual assault allegation. The outlet turned to William Bly, founder of The Maine Criminal Defense Group, for perspective on how Maine law would treat

Plead Guilty or Go to Trial in Maine explained by William Bly

You were just in your attorney’s office talking about the plea offer the prosecutor sent over. Your attorney explained what it is and the sentence range you would face if a jury convicts you. Nothing about this is easy, because either decision can affect your life. You know you would

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