When I first began practicing criminal defense law in 1980, it was literally a different world. We were a band of brothers1 seeking justice for our clients. We were in it for love, not money,2 and truly believed our efforts mattered. And you know what? They did...
Year: 2013
Immigration Consequences of a Guilty Plea Post-Padilla
In United States v. Padilla, 559 U.S. 356 (2010), the United States Supreme Court held that the Sixth Amendment requires attorneys to inform their non-citizen clients of the immigration consequences of entering a guilty plea in criminal cases. In many situations,...
William Sheppard’s recent pro bono work with returning combat veterans
On February 22, 2013, Bill Sheppard will be lecturing at George Mason University School of Law discussing representation of veterans in state criminal proceedings at a day-long seminar entitled "Representation of Combat Veterans in the Criminal Justice System". This...
Beware of Imposters Posing as Law Enforcement in On-line Pharmacy “Investigations”
If someone calls you claiming to work for a regulatory or law enforcement agency and inquiring as to past online pharmacy purchases or demanding you pay a fine because you made such purchases, please be aware that there is a good chance you are being scammed. Do not...
Consent to search a vehicle
We are frequently asked how to respond when a police officer asks for consent to search your vehicle. Our emphatic response is "Just Say No!" By consenting to the search of your vehicle, you forfeit your right to challenge the search of your vehicle, and anything...
William J. Sheppard Interview on lawcrossing.com
William J. "Bill" Sheppard is a criminal trial attorney based in Jacksonville, Florida. For the past forty-four years, he has built a reputation as an eminent civil rights, criminal defense and appellate attorney. He is well known for handling cases involving police...