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Scott Brown

Probation is not an ‘easy’ sentence, part I

by Scott Brown | Aug 3, 2015 | Criminal Defense

Some people believe that probation is a “slap on the wrist” and insufficient punishment for breaking the law in all cases. And indeed, being sentenced to probation, or agreeing to probation as part of a plea bargain, is preferable to jail or prison for...

After brief investigation, 2 men found not guilty of armed robbery

by Scott Brown | Jul 20, 2015 | Felonies

What does it mean to prove something “beyond a reasonable doubt?” Judges and juries in a criminal case are supposed to hold prosecutors to a high standard. If, at the trial’s conclusion, jurors have a reasonable doubt that the defendant did what the...

What is the difference between a misdemeanor and a felony?

by Scott Brown | Jun 23, 2015 | Felonies

The West Virginia government punishes people for a wide variety of crimes. Of course, some types of criminal activity are more serious than others. We do not expect someone convicted of stealing candy to receive the same level of punishment as someone found guilty of...

Supreme Court takes on traffic stops, police shooting

by Scott Brown | Jun 17, 2015 | Criminal Defense

The U.S. Supreme Court is nearing the end of its term, with some major decisions yet to be issued. However, the Court has already issued three decisions related to police powers that could affect your rights if you ever have an encounter with a West Virginia police...