Tag: probable cause

“Speak Now or Forever Hold Your Peace”: Appellate Advocacy Basics in the World of Criminal Procedure

Defendant’s constitutional claims abandoned because he “failed to adequately brief” the issues.

Warrantless Blood Test Requires a Remand

State v. Chavez-Majors, No. 115,286 (Kan. Dec. 20, 2019). Issue: Was there probable cause to administer a warrantless blood test on an unconscious driver suspect of a drunk-driving offense? Answer:  Yes, there was probable cause to administer a warrantless blood test …

Marijuana Odor Can Justify Probable Cause

State v. Hubbard, No. 113,888 (Kan. Dec. 7, 2018) Issue: Can marijuana odor supply probable cause? Answer: Yes, based on the totality of the circumstances including: proximity, strength of odor, the investigating officer’s experience, etc.