Main Office
Consultations by Appointment Only
While the Fourth Amendment prohibits searches or seizures that are “unreasonable,” first, there has to be a search or seizure. Unfortunately, when it comes to seizures, this is not always clear. Granted, there are a few hard and set rules, like: It’s a seizure when police use deadly force, It’s
Many of our recent blog posts have dealt with when, exactly, you’ve been “seized” by police. While this issue is not always clear, in large part because there’s a huge spectrum of police detentions, there have been a small set of bright-line rules that have come up over the years:
Lately, we’ve been delving into the law that deals with whether you’ve been “seized” by police, thereby invoking your constitutional rights under the Fourth Amendment. Because there is a huge spectrum of police detentions, the exact moment that you were arrested is not always clear. Unfortunately, it can make a
In several recent blog posts, we’ve dealt with the issue of what police have to do in order to initiate a “seizure” that triggers your Fourth Amendment rights. While the broad spectrum of possible police detentions means that it’s not always clear whether you’ve been seized by police, there are
In recent blog posts, we’ve been discussing what constitutes a “seizure” under the Fourth Amendment. If police “seize” you and that seizure turns out to be unreasonable, then the exclusionary rule applies and any evidence obtained from that seizure can’t be used against you at trial. Unfortunately, whether there has
Contact our office to speak with
one of our team members who will set up a confidential consultation to discuss your case.
Great group of people. Managed to get me a favorable outcome from a very bad situation. I would highly recommend this firm if you have legal troubles. Top notch performance!!
So thankful I chose this team to represent me. They’re the best, hands down. Nathan Hitchcock proved my innocence not once but TWICE, including a trial by jury. I have a family in law enforcement who told me “Bill Bly and his team are the best. If I would recommend anyone, it would be them.”
If you are facing criminal charges or an OUI, DUI, DWI offense in Maine, the attorneys at The Maine Criminal Defense Group are here to help. Call our office to speak with one of our team members, who will discuss your case with you and set up a consultation with one of our attorneys.
We are a boutique law firm, and we stand out by prioritizing our clients’ well-being. At The Maine Legal Group, our experienced team offers personalized attention in both criminal defense and divorce cases.
The Maine Criminal Defense Group adeptly handles all areas of criminal defense practice, including experienced and skilled legal representation for state and federal charges.
The Maine Divorce Group empowers individuals skillfully navigating divorce with compassionate guidance, ensuring a brighter future through the challenges of the process.