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Jonathan Charles McCardle
DUI & Criminal Defense Attorney in Fairhope, Alabama.
Jonathan C. McCardle, Attorney at Law, LLC
561 Fairhope Ave
Suite 202E
Fairhope, AL 36532
Phone: 251-501-2101
Website: jonathanmccardle.com


About Jonathan Charles McCardle
Jonathan is a dedicated DUI & Criminal Defense Attorney handling cases in Municipal, State, and Federal Courts in Alabama. Jonathan is an alumnus of the National Criminal Defense College, and an active member of the National College of DUI Defense, National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, and the Alabama Criminal Defense Lawyers Association. Jonathan takes great pride in achieving the best possible outcome for each client's case whether in plea negotiations or a jury trial.
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Interview With an Amicus
06/27/2025
Written by Michelle L. Behan Amicus Curiae (Latin for "Friend of the Court") refers to a brief that is filed by an interested, non-party to the matter under consideration. This is often done in cases where organizations and entities wish to provide the reviewing court with their point of view, be it social or public policy implications, or special interest agendas....
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