On behalf of Law Office of P. Zachary Stewart | May 22, 2018 | Criminal Defense
Many couples may experience heated arguments at times, but these incidents rarely escalate into threats of violence or harm. However, in some cases, an altercation can grow out of control and leave one person with injuries and another accused of domestic violence. A...
On behalf of Law Office of P. Zachary Stewart | Sep 5, 2017 | Criminal Defense
When a crime appears to have been committed, authorities may initiate a search for a suspect if he or she is no longer at the scene upon their arrival. Witness descriptions could be a crucial part of this process, and police might use identifying factors such as...
On behalf of Law Office of P. Zachary Stewart | May 11, 2017 | Criminal Defense
Many individuals throughout the years have faced criminal charges following allegations made by an acquaintance. Even without the presence of viable evidence, an accused individual will likely find that the criminal defense process can be stressful and...
On behalf of Law Office of P. Zachary Stewart | Feb 9, 2017 | Criminal Defense
Drug addiction can become all-consuming. Under the influence of drugs, people have been known to commit heinous acts. Additionally, when addicts experience cravings for their drug of choice, they may resort to almost anything to procure the substance. One West...
On behalf of Law Office of P. Zachary Stewart | Jan 9, 2017 | Criminal Defense
When a police officer is accused of a crime, he or she may have a great deal at stake. Not only will the officer’s reputation be damaged whether or not there is a conviction, but his or her career in law enforcement may be compromised. In addition, a conviction...
On behalf of Law Office of P. Zachary Stewart | Oct 24, 2016 | Criminal Defense
If you have been charged with a crime, your future and freedom are on the line. This is especially true for felony charges, as the penalties are steeper and the repercussions can be long-lasting and serious. The time for a strong criminal defense is now, and any delay...
On behalf of Law Office of P. Zachary Stewart | Jun 10, 2016 | Criminal Defense
Attorneys across the United States hear this question time and time again: “If I am innocent, what is the point of having an attorney?” The concept makes sense if everything plays out perfectly. The perfect scenario would look something like this: A man...
On behalf of Law Office of P. Zachary Stewart | Apr 28, 2016 | Criminal Defense
Being accused of a crime in the state of West Virginia can have long-term repercussions. It may tarnish your reputation in the community in addition to preventing you from claiming certain jobs in the future. However, a criminal defense attorney can represent you in...
On behalf of Law Office of P. Zachary Stewart | Apr 15, 2016 | Criminal Defense
There’s a line in the Bible attributed to Pontius Pilate in which he asks, “What is truth?” He is reported to have said that just before declaring publicly that Jesus of Nazareth was not guilty of any crime. Most readers in West Virginia and...
On behalf of Law Office of P. Zachary Stewart | Feb 5, 2016 | Criminal Defense
In baseball it’s one, two, three strikes, you’re out. You can argue with the ump if you want to, but there’s little chance that you are going to win the argument and see the verdict reversed. In West Virginia and Pennsylvania, the state codes...
