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09/02/2026

This is Part 7 of “The Fourth Amendment Explained” series. In this video, I’m breaking down the automobile exception and when police may be able to search your car without a warrant.

In this video, you will learn:
👀When the police can search you and your car without a warrant; and
🚨 Whether the police can search your car parked in your home without a warrant

💬 If you have been illegally searched or your Fourth Amendment rights were violated in DC, feel free to contact me. I would be happy to discuss your options with you.📞(202) 221- 2013

08/20/2026

Let’s get back to the basics.

What’s a warrant and how does a warrant protect your Constitutional Rights?

Save this video so that if you or a loved one is ever served with a warrant, you’ll be able to tell if it actually contains the correct level of probable cause required under the law.

08/11/2026

If you are ever searched by law enforcement in violation of your reasonable expectation of privacy, this search could be considered illegal.

Check out the video to understand the definition of a search and what makes a search illegal.
Have you ever been illegally searched or arrested in DC? Feel free to give me a call and I would be happy to discuss your rights with you. (202) 221 - 2013.

07/29/2026

This is part 6 of “ The Fourth Amendment Explained” series. I'm diving into the plain view exception to the warrant requirement and explaining when law enforcement officers may be able to seize evidence without first obtaining a warrant.

In this video, you will learn:
👀 How the plain view exception may allow an officer to seize contraband or evidence that is clearly visible

🚨 Whether an officer can arrest you after discovering contraband in plain view; and
🔍 Reasons why the police do not always have unlimited authority to search or seize any evidence they find.

💬 If you have experienced law enforcement officers illegally seize something from you or detain you in DC, feel free to contact my office. I would be happy to discuss options with you. 📞(202) 221- 2013

07/23/2026

Are you facing criminal charges for the first time? ⚖️👨‍⚖️

Depending on your charges, criminal history, and the specific facts of your case, certain first-offender programs may be offered to you.

These programs usually allow your charges to be lowered or dismissed after completing the program.

First time offender programs are not automatic. Every case is unique; which is why it's important to speak with an experienced criminal defense attorney to determine whether you qualify and what options are available to you.

Watch this video to learn more about the two most common types of first time offender programs.

💬 If you or someone you know has been charged with a crime in Washington, DC, feel free to give me a call. I'd be happy to discuss your options with you. 📞 (202) 221 2013.

Our criminal defense and personal injury law firm is hiring a new litigation paralegal to join our team!We are looking f...
07/16/2026

Our criminal defense and personal injury law firm is hiring a new litigation paralegal to join our team!

We are looking for:

✅Minimum 3 Years Paralegal Experience

✅Experience with Lexis Nexis and/or Westlaw

✅Experience Drafting Litigation Motions, etc.

If you know someone who would be a great fit, please feel free to share the application link below. This position is entirely remote so anyone across the United States is welcome to apply!

For the full job description and application instructions, see below!

📌Application Link: https://forms.gle/3DNR6pUkCfdkT7md6

07/15/2026

🚨🚔 What happens if you consent to a police search because you want to prove you're innocent of a crime?

Are you allowed to change your mind after you consent to the search?

In part 5 of "The Fourth Amendment Explained" series, I am diving into how consenting to searches can be an exception to the warrant requirement for law enforcement officers:

You will learn:
⚖️ What it means to voluntarily consent to a search
🔍 How consenting to a search may allow officers to seize evidence not related to their original investigation; and
✔️ Why it's important to understand your constitutional rights before deciding whether to consent to a search

💬 If you have a DC case where the police searched you and you would like to learn more about your options, feel free to contact me. I would be happy to walk you through your rights. (202) 221-2013.

07/10/2026

Have you or someone you know been charged with a misdemeanor? ⚖️

While misdemeanors are generally considered less severe than felonies, they are still criminal offenses that can result in fines, probation, jail time, and a lasting criminal record.

Watch this video as we break down what a misdemeanor is, and the types of offenses that may qualify as misdemeanors.

💬 If you or someone you know is facing a misdemeanor charge in DC and has questions about what to do next, feel free to give me a call. I’d be happy to walk you through your options and the proactive steps that may help your case. 📞(202) 221-2013

07/02/2026

🚨🚔 Imagine being arrested by the police, and you’re searched immediately after the arrest. Are the police allowed to search you in this way under the law?

This video is part of "The Fourth Amendment Explained" series, where I break down your constitutional rights in simple, easy-to-understand concepts.

In today’s video, I will discuss the principle of a “search incident to an arrest.” You will learn:

⚖️ When the police can conduct a search incident to an arrest

🧾 Why officers are generally allowed to search the area within your immediate reach or control immediately after the arrest; and

✔️ Why officers cannot search the contents of your phone or go beyond the scope of a search incident to arrest without a warrant

💬 Do you believe a warrantless search incident to an arrest is fair under the law? Share your thoughts in the comments below! 👇

06/24/2026

When law enforcement officers respond to a domestic violence dispute, they may have to arrest you if they believe you committed a crime. This applies even if the alleged victim does not want to press charges.

Once an arrest is made, a prosecutor has to decide if formal charges will be filed in court. What most people don’t realize is that even if the prosecutor decides to dismiss the charges in court, you will still have an arrest record.

That is why it is important to take the additional steps to clear your domestic violence arrest record to make sure you are not missing out on potential jobs or other important opportunities.

💬 If you or someone you know is involved in a domestic violence matter in DC ,feel free to give me a call. I’d be happy to talk with you and walk you through your rights and options. 📞(202) 221-2013

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