Paul Schuder

A restraining order is a legal order issued by a state court which requires one person to stop harming or harassing another. Violating a restraining order is a crime in itself, and can result in a number of serious consequences.  If you have been arrested for violating a restraining order, it is important to understand […]

If you or a loved one has been arrested on the weekend, you may be wondering what your options are for getting bail. The good news is that this is the 21st Century, and life no longer operates on the 8-5, Monday-Friday schedule for every little thing.  The courts system has protections in place that

There’s nothing quite so traumatizing than waking up in a jail cell. For anyone who’s self-aware, it’s a wake-up call that all isn’t as it should be in your life. You might feel like you have no control over what happens next. However, becoming eligible for bail and then posting it and gaining your freedom

Being arrested and put in jail can be a harrowing experience. Once you’ve been granted bail and allowed to return to the outside world, it’s natural to want to put the whole ordeal behind you as quickly as possible. However, there are certain restrictions that come with being out on bail, and it’s important to

Being arrested is scary for both the accused and their loved ones. Perhaps you never envisioned that your child or spouse would end up on the wrong side of the law. Maybe it’s a case of mistaken identity, and your loved one is incarcerated under false pretense. No matter what, If you find yourself in

No one wants to spend more time in jail than they have to. A big part of that is that nothing changes when you’re incarcerated. You still have to help earn a living, assist with parenting decisions, and tend to personal obligations. Your place of business has you on the schedule. Your family needs you.

When a loved one is in jail, the last thing you want to worry about is how you’re going to come up with the money to post bail. But unfortunately, that’s often the reality of the situation. Bail can be expensive, and if you’re not prepared, it can leave you scrambling to come up with

Being arrested and having to post bail can be a confusing and stressful experience. This is especially true when it’s your first time, and you’re not sure what your rights are, who to call, or when you’ll have a moment’s peace. It’s only natural that you might not know how bail works or what your

An active warrant is a document issued by a judge that orders law enforcement to arrest and bring an individual to jail. Warrants are usually issued when an individual fails to appear for a scheduled court date, but they may also be issued if the individual is suspected of committing a crime.  Individuals with active