by Eric Ray | Jun 9, 2023 | Uncategorized
The Kentucky Supreme Court addressed this issue last year in Commonwealth v. Reed. The Defendant was accused of robbing the victim at gunpoint and then leaving as a passenger in a car. The victim provided the police with the defendant’s cell phone number, which police... by Eric Ray | Nov 8, 2022 | Uncategorized
Chances are you have heard about or watched portions of the recent trial of Darrell Brooks, who was convicted of killing six people and injuring numerous others when he drove his vehicle into a Waukesha, Wisconsin Christmas parade in 2021. Mr. Brooks, who represented... by Eric Ray | Oct 3, 2022 | Uncategorized
“What is a DUI?” When faced with this question, most people think “driving under the influence” (DUI) relates only to driving while impaired by alcohol. However, that’s not the case. In Kentucky, the laws related to driving under the influence (DUI)... by Eric Ray | Jul 29, 2020 | Uncategorized
As everyone knows, COVID-19 has changed how almost everything in our society works. So, I thought I would address what changes I have seen to the criminal justice system. First, you should check with your local courthouse before showing up, because every county is... by Eric Ray | Mar 25, 2020 | Uncategorized
It’s hard for me to believe, but seven years ago today, I opened my solo law practice. Needless to say, I was quite scared taking the leap, but I was also excited about the prospect of building a reputation as a hard-working, honest and effective criminal defense... by Eric Ray | Jan 29, 2020 | Uncategorized
When you are dealing with a legal issue, it is important to find an attorney familiar with that area of the law, because experience can save you from a lot of headaches down the road. This is especially true with criminal law. Most people do not understand that any... by Eric Ray | Jan 14, 2020 | Uncategorized
The police did not read me my rights, so they have to dismiss my case – right? Actually, there is no requirement that the police read you your rights when they arrest you. Yes, you read that correctly. When a police officer forgets or chooses not to read you... by Eric Ray | Dec 3, 2019 | Uncategorized
It’s always gratifying to see the reviews people leave about the way I represented them. As a criminal defense attorney, there is a balance between promising clients too much: That we can eliminate charges or mount a totally successful defense; and promising... by Eric Ray | Aug 5, 2019 | Uncategorized
I must admit up front, I’ve never watched an episode of CSI: Crime Scene Investigation. So I am only picking on this show because everyone seems to talk about it. CSI and other shows like it are full of amazing crime scene investigators who always find some forensic... by Eric Ray | Jun 17, 2019 | Uncategorized
As a Kentucky criminal defense attorney based in Lexington, I’ve learned that the general public typically favors high bail unless it applies to them or to a loved one. When it’s personal, they don’t want to be stuck – or have a loved one stuck – in jail...
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