Criminal Law: Crime During The Holidays in Montgomery Alabama

As the holiday season is upon us in 2020, most of us are looking forward to decorating, enjoying some good food, giving gifts, and spending time with loved ones. However, there are some people who have their holiday season disrupted by problems with the law. Unfortunately, there can be an uptick in crime over the holidays, and some people might find themselves arrested and facing criminal charges - whether they did anything wrong or not. 

The following are some common offenses during the holiday season. To discuss your specific case, contact a Montgomery criminal defense attorney directly.

Theft and Burglary

Money can be tight around the holidays, and this is especially true in 2020. With many households dealing with unemployment and other financial struggles, some people might be tempted to shoplift gifts or fraudulently obtain money to fund the holidays. Others might break into homes that already have gifts under the tree.

Theft and burglary are two separate offenses - that sometimes go hand-in-hand - and both can come with harsh consequences if you are convicted. It is important to seek help from a defense lawyer immediately if you are accused of either offense.

Driving Under the Influence (DUI)

The holidays are a time for celebrating, and this often involves raising a glass of mulled wine, spiked eggnog, or champagne. Many people attend gatherings and indulge in alcoholic drinks, and then they make the poor decision to try to drive home. This can result in an arrest for driving under the influence (DUI).

Police are on the lookout for drunk drivers over the holidays, which often means they make illegal stops or arrests of drivers who were not intoxicated. No matter what the circumstances of your arrest may be, you need an experienced defense attorney on your side. Even a first-time DUI conviction can result in license suspension, fines, probation, or even jail time in some cases.

Domestic Violence

While the holidays are often associated with positive family memories, this is not the case for everyone. Domestic violence increased sharply in 2020 with pandemic-related lockdowns, and reports indicate that homicides from domestic violence are twice what they were in 2019 in the United States. Domestic violence can also be a problem during stressful times like the holiday season.

If you are accused of domestic violence, you might face both criminal assault charges as well as a separate case for a restraining order against you. It is important to have a defense attorney who can defend your rights in both cases.

Seek Help from a Montgomery Criminal Defense Lawyer Right Away

While certain crimes are more common during the holiday season, this does not mean that other offenses cease to happen. Police will continue to make arrests, and prosecutors will issue charges for a wide variety of crimes in the Montgomery area. Anyone arrested should get the legal defense help they need immediately following an arrest. Luck Law LLC is ready to assist you, so please contact us online or call 334-262-5455 to discuss your situation today.

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