On behalf of Law Offices of Mark W. Fredrick | Oct 17, 2020 | Criminal Defense
Because of crowded court dockets and limited financial resources, prosecutors often try to induce criminal defendants into accepting plea deals. In fact, about 97% of federal criminal cases end in plea bargains. While accepting a plea may be the right course of...
On behalf of Law Offices of Mark W. Fredrick | Sep 14, 2020 | Criminal Defense
A new bill that the governor of California signed has been creating a lot of controversy. Supporters state that the bill’s intention is to protect the LGBTQ community, while the opposition says it is a way to legalize pedophilia. The Los Angeles Times reports...
On behalf of Law Offices of Mark W. Fredrick | Aug 11, 2020 | Criminal Defense
There are 51 different court systems in the United States of America. Each state has their own court system, and there is also a federal court system as well. Understanding if it is the state or the federal government charging you with a crime is important for your...
On behalf of Law Offices of Mark W. Fredrick | Aug 5, 2020 | Criminal Defense
You maintain certain rights when interacting with authorities, and understanding what these rights are may help you avoid serious legal trouble. The rights you have when authorities pull you over in your vehicle differ to some extent from those you have when they stop...
On behalf of Law Offices of Mark W. Fredrick | Jun 15, 2020 | Criminal Defense
You likely would never anticipate having to face a criminal charge (let alone one as serious as assault, manslaughter or murder). At the same time, you cannot predict not ever finding yourself in a situation where another threatened the immediate your safety (or that...
On behalf of Law Offices of Mark W. Fredrick | May 20, 2020 | Criminal Defense
A California felony charge has the potential to upend your entire life if it leads to a conviction. If you have prior serious felony offenses, you may face even harsher penalties. In 1994, California implemented the “Three Strikes” sentencing law, which heightens the...
On behalf of Law Offices of Mark W. Fredrick | Mar 27, 2020 | Criminal Defense
When it comes to a plea bargain, the first thing you should always keep in mind is that it is optional. You never have to take one, and no one can do anything to force you into accepting a deal. With that in mind, there are some situations in which taking the plea...
On behalf of Law Offices of Mark W. Fredrick | Mar 19, 2020 | Criminal Defense
When working within the criminal justice system, it is important to understand the basics of law. Not all crimes are exactly the same, of course: getting a parking ticket or committing petty vandalism is considerably less serious of an offense than first-degree...
On behalf of Law Offices of Mark W. Fredrick | Feb 3, 2020 | Criminal Defense
Law enforcement may use tactics such as stings or undercover operations in an effort to catch you and others in the act of breaking the law. However, when their efforts rise to the level of manufacturing crime, it may qualify as entrapment, which may serve as a valid...
On behalf of Law Offices of Mark W. Fredrick | Feb 3, 2020 | Criminal Defense
In California, restraining orders are extremely serious. Courts issue these orders when one person fears another. The California courts explain that Domestic violence is a serious allegation and when accused, the penalties are high. If you have accusations against...
