Law Office of Warren D Price

06/08/2026

The terms “bail” and “bond” are frequently misused - so what's the difference?

BAIL is the amount of money that the individual must pay the court to secure their release until their trial date. The money is returned to the individual if they show up for the hearing date.

A BOND is different. If the arrested individual does not have enough money to pay their bail, they contact a bond company. The bail bond company agrees to vouch for their client. The client pays the bond company about ten percent of the bail. This is proof that the individual will not flee before the hearing and appear in court. However, the bond fee is not refundable.

06/04/2026

Insider trading is a white-collar crime that many know of but few are familiar with. Understanding the ins-and-outs of this crime can help you recognize and avoid it.

Insider trading is using material nonpublic information to trade stocks and is illegal unless that information is public or not material.

06/01/2026

Do you know the difference between assault and battery? Respectively, "assault" and "battery" are separate offenses. However, they often occur together, and that occurrence is referred to as "assault and battery."

What's the difference between Assault and Battery? Assault and battery are a combination of threat and physical harm. The severity of harm caused decides the charge of an assault and battery case. It could either be a misdemeanor or a felony according to common law. The scales of justice Definition....

05/28/2026

Ma*****na laws may be relaxing in some states, but that doesn't mean DUI enforcement is. Even if you feel like you can drive high, the law doesn't see it that way. 🚨 Whether it's for impairment or blood THC levels, driving high still puts you at risk. Read more here

Alcohol is not the only substance that leads to a DUI. The penalties for a DUI for Driving High on Ma*****na are the same as those for an alcohol-related DUI.

05/25/2026

Driving without a license or a suspended or revoked license, is illegal in all 50 states and the consequences can be dire. In most cases, the first offense is not a simple traffic infraction, but a misdemeanor that carries much heavier penalties than a traffic ticket. Once you move on to a second offense and beyond, it can end up being a felony.

In all 50 states, there are penalties for getting behind the wheel without a driver’s license — whether your license is expired, suspended, or non-existent.

05/21/2026

Myth Busted: No, a coffee or shower will not sober you up.

A sure-fire way to get out of a DUI? Don't drink and drive.

05/18/2026

What is a "moving violation"?

A moving violation occurs whenever a traffic law is violated by a vehicle in motion. Some examples of moving violations are speeding, running a stop sign or red light, and drunk driving. A non-moving violation, by contrast, is usually related to parking or faulty equipment.

05/14/2026

Did you know the contents of your cell phone generally fall under 5th Amendment protections against self-incrimination?

Even if you film an officer during an interaction, they cannot compel you to release the footage or other content without a warrant.

05/11/2026

Criminal Defense Terms: Extenuating Circumstances

Extenuating Circumstances refer to facts that may lessen the severity of the crime or punishment in a case, such as age, mental illness, or addiction. These facts make the defendant's conduct more understandable.

05/07/2026

When you receive a ticket, the stress and emotion of the situation can leave your mind foggy.

However, it's important to keep a cool head, a clear mind, and to keep records of what happened - this helps when recalling the details in court.