I’ve moved

I have left Brady, Platt & Ledbetter to open my own shop. Along with my partner Courtney Cline I have opened Ledbetter Cline, PLLC in downtown Fayetteville. We are located at 112 S. Ease Ave which is just one-half block off the Fayetteville square. New phone is...

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Synthetic Marijuana Arrests in Fayetteville

Synthetic Marijuana is on the forefront of the currently changing drug laws in Arkansas.  K2, or Synthetic Marijuana has been outlawed in Arkansas but questions remain about how the substance is tested and identified. http://www.4029tv.com/news/28894757/detail.html...

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What happens if I don’t show up for court?

What happens if I don't show up for court?  I was given notice of what date to appear when I bonded out of the jail.  Now I can't find that paper and I can't remember when my court date was.  It may have already passed." -Question submitted by "James" in Centerton. If...

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Will this be on my record?

I'm often asked the question "will this be on my record?"  In order to answer the question, one first has to understand exactly where your "record" exists and what it means to have a "record". When most people think of their "record" they are thinking about what...

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Do I really need a lawyer for a DWI?

You don't have to have a lawyer to represent you on a DWI charge.  You can always represent yourself, however you do so at your own peril.  There are several good reasons why hiring a lawyer is a good idea. 1.  An attorney can make the process much easier.  You will...

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Can you get me a bond reduction?

Bond is set within 48 hours of arrest.  One of the most frequent questions I encounter in my practice is "can you get me a bond reduction?" Rule 9.2 of the Arkansas Rules of Criminal Procedure address factors that the judge should take into consideration when setting...

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