Property crimes include criminal mischief, arson, trespassing, burglary, theft, and similar offenses. Many require restitution and some carry mandatory minimum penalties. Common defenses include lack of intent, owner consent, mistaken identity, or an alibi. We approach these cases by identifying weaknesses in the State’s case and developing a tailored defense Read more
Sex offenses in Montana typically involve mandatory minimum prison sentences and sexual offender registration for a minimum of 10 years. Deferred sentences are generally prohibited for these charges. Increasingly, these cases are brought with no physical evidence and rest solely on the statements of a single accuser. We have successfully Read more
Under § 46-23-502(13), MCA, violent offenses in Montana include: • Deliberate or mitigated deliberate homicide • Aggravated assault • Partner or family member assault (3rd offense is a felony) • Assault on a peace officer or minor • Assault with a weapon • Strangulation • Kidnapping • Robbery • Arson Read more
CDL holders face harsh consequences for even minor traffic violations, including speeding, careless or reckless driving, logbook issues, permit violations, and weigh station offenses. State and federal antimasking laws often prevent reduced charges or deferred sentences for CDL-related infractions. Additionally, many Montana judges require out-of-state CDL holders to appear in Read more
Even if your case is not dismissible, Montana law presumes a deferred imposition of sentence for first-time drug possession convictions. If you meet all conditions – such as probation and treatment – the charge can eventually be dismissed. We often advise clients to proactively obtain a chemical dependency evaluation and Read more
Search and seizure violations are common in drug cases. One of the first things we examine is whether law enforcement illegally stopped or searched you and your property. We have secured numerous dismissals by successfully challenging unlawful searches.