Crumbley-Blackwell-Price Attorneys

Crumbley-Blackwell-Price Attorneys Crumbley-Blackwell-Price Attorneys has over 100 years' experience handling cases in North Alabama. in Huntsville and Athens, Alabama is hard to beat.

When it comes to providing high-quality legal representation that is always professional and client-focused, Crumbley-Blackwell & Associates, P.C. We have assisted thousands of clients throughout decades of experience serving the legal needs of community members across Huntsville, Athens, Decatur, and surrounding North Alabama areas. We have an extensive background in case research, investigation, analysis, and evaluation. Every member of our team strives to go above and beyond the expectations of our clients. Because each case is different, we always deliver customized results-driven strategies and make ourselves readily available to our clients. Have legal questions? We have answers. Call today to speak with a criminal defense lawyer from our firm. We offer FREE consultations for all cases relating to criminal defense, DUI, and personal injury in Huntsville, Athens, and North Alabama. Contact us today by calling our Huntsville office or Athens office at (256) 539-4464 to schedule your free consultation. To learn more, visit us online at https://crumbleylaw.com.

09/29/2026

Can you Refuse A Field Sobriety Test?

09/28/2026

Never Say These 5 Things to Police

When does alimony end in Alabama?First, it depends on the kind of alimony involved.Rehabilitative or periodic alimony en...
09/24/2026

When does alimony end in Alabama?

First, it depends on the kind of alimony involved.

Rehabilitative or periodic alimony ends when either former spouse dies. If the person receiving alimony remarries or begins cohabiting with someone, the paying spouse can ask the court to terminate the payments.

Cohabitation means more than dating or occasionally spending the night together. Alabama law looks at whether two adults are living together continually and habitually in a private relationship and have taken on the kinds of rights, duties and obligations usually associated with marriage. A sexual relationship is not required.

Alimony may also be increased, reduced or ended when there has been a material change in circumstances. A major change in income, health, employment or financial need could matter, but the court must review the facts.

Do not simply stop paying because you believe your former spouse has remarried or is cohabiting. Until the court changes the order, missed payments can create a separate problem.

Can a DUI be dismissed or reduced in Alabama?It can happen, but not every mistake automatically gets a DUI thrown out.A ...
09/21/2026

Can a DUI be dismissed or reduced in Alabama?

It can happen, but not every mistake automatically gets a DUI thrown out.

A DUI case involves several separate questions. Did the officer have a lawful reason to make the stop? What does the body-camera or dash-camera footage show? Were field sobriety tests explained and administered properly? Was the breath or blood test handled according to the required procedures?

Sometimes the evidence is much weaker than it first appears. A significant problem may lead to evidence being excluded, the charge being dismissed, an acquittal at trial or a negotiated resolution involving a different charge. Other times, the evidence remains admissible despite an officer’s mistake.

The only way to know is to examine the reports, recordings and test records—not assume the arrest tells the whole story.

Contact Crumbley-Blackwell-Price Attorneys at 256-539-4464 or visit crumbleylaw.com.

Can I go to jail for a first-time drug offense in Alabama?Yes, it’s possible. Having no prior record may help, but it do...
09/18/2026

Can I go to jail for a first-time drug offense in Alabama?

Yes, it’s possible. Having no prior record may help, but it doesn’t guarantee probation or a dismissal.

The type of drug, the amount involved and what prosecutors believe you intended to do with it can completely change the case. Someone accused of possessing a small amount for personal use is in a different position from someone charged with distribution or trafficking. Even simple possession of certain controlled substances can be a felony in Alabama.

Some first-time defendants may qualify for drug court, pretrial diversion, treatment or probation. Those options aren’t automatic, and eligibility can depend on the charge, the prosecutor and the court handling the case.

Don’t assume “first offense” means the case isn’t serious. The earlier the charge is reviewed, the more time there is to identify defenses and determine whether an alternative program is available.

A lot of people hear the word “expunged” and assume the record is deleted everywhere. That isn’t quite how it works.If a...
09/14/2026

A lot of people hear the word “expunged” and assume the record is deleted everywhere. That isn’t quite how it works.

If an Alabama court grants an expungement, qualifying records connected to the arrest, charge, or conviction are removed from ordinary public court and law-enforcement searches. For most purposes, the law treats the proceeding as though it never happened.

Some protected records can still be kept by law enforcement, prosecutors, the Department of Human Resources, and other authorized agencies. Old information may also continue to appear on private background-check websites until those companies update their databases.

If an old arrest or case keeps showing up, it’s worth having the actual court record reviewed. Whether it qualifies depends on the charge, how the case ended, and how much time has passed.

09/11/2026

What not to say if you're stopped and charged with DUI. Officers will frequently ask questions like, "Have you had anything to drink tonight?" or "Where are you coming?" or "Where are you going?" Don't tell them you're coming from a bar. Don't tell them you're going to a bar. The odds are if the officer smells alcohol, you're going to jail. The only question is, how much additional evidence beyond the smell of alcohol is he going to get? That's up to you.

09/09/2026

Breathalyzer's Can Be Wrong

The breathalyzer the police use are not perfect. They have to be calibrated and they have to be implemented properly. Additionally, there are time factors involved where blood alcohol concentration is rising and or falling. And the prosecution has to prove that you are at a certain limit at the time you were driving and they don't get to guess about that. We have successfully defended thousands of DUIs where our clients blew over the legal limit.

What does it actually mean to have a criminal record expunged in Alabama?When an expungement is granted, qualifying reco...
09/07/2026

What does it actually mean to have a criminal record expunged in Alabama?

When an expungement is granted, qualifying records connected to an arrest, charge, or conviction are removed from ordinary public court and law-enforcement searches. In most situations, Alabama law treats the proceeding as though it never happened.

That can make a real difference when applying for a job, housing, credit, or other opportunities.

But expungement is not the same as destroying every document. Certain agencies may retain protected records, and private background-check companies may continue showing outdated information until their databases are corrected.

Not every record qualifies. Eligibility depends on the charge, how the case ended, how much time has passed, and whether all court requirements have been completed.

If an old arrest or criminal case is still following you, Crumbley Law can review the record and explain your options under Alabama law.

This post provides general information and is not legal advice.

09/01/2026

Can my ex move our children out of Alabama without my permission?

Your ex cannot simply pack up the children and leave without following Alabama’s relocation laws.

For an out-of-state move, the Alabama Parent-Child Relationship Protection Act generally requires written notice at least 45 days before the planned relocation. Once you receive that notice, you typically have only 30 days to file an objection with the court.

That deadline matters. Simply telling your ex that you disagree with the move may not be enough.

If the children are moved without the required notice, the court can consider that when reviewing custody or visitation and may order the children returned to their former residence.

If you have received a relocation notice—or believe your ex may be preparing to move—speak with a family law attorney promptly.

Every custody situation is different. This post provides general information and is not legal advice.

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