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Criminal Defense Experience
Sometimes, law enforcement professionals try to investigate alleged wrongdoing in secrecy. They might even approach a suspect and convince them that they have information that could implicate other people. Other times, law enforcement professionals let someone know...
In California, the legal system categorizes crimes into two primary classifications: misdemeanors and felonies. This distinction is both broadly important and consequential for individual cases, as it influences the severity of the punishments a defendant may face,...
Having a criminal record can lead to a range of secondary consequences that extend far beyond any formal initial legal penalties handed down by the courts. These consequences can affect various aspects of a person's life, often for years after the completion of their...
As the defendant in a criminal case, you can ask the judge to exclude specific evidence from being used against you at trial by filing a motion to suppress. If granted, the evidence will essentially be excluded from your case, and the prosecution will not present it...
Thefts of catalytic converters from vehicles have increased in recent years. California has the unfortunate distinction of leading the country in these thefts, with about 30% of the total converters stolen, according to State Farm. The value of a catalytic converter...
Medical insurance fraud is a billion-dollar industry in the U.S. Medicare and Medicaid fraud alone is estimated to cost taxpayers around $100 billion a year, so it’s often aggressively prosecuted. What, exactly, is health insurance fraud? The answers may surprise you....
Money laundering is a criminal act that obfuscates the origins of capital. By filtering money through a business or certain financial accounts, people can make funds with illegal origins appear legitimate. Oftentimes, those involved in money laundering operations are...
Social media platforms now serve as a primary means of communication and expression. However, for individuals facing criminal charges, social media can become a minefield of potential risks. As a result, criminal defendants should be cautious about their social media...
While it is always wise to consider what you are about to say, there are few times when this is as imperative as when you are under criminal investigation. Many a person has hastened their own demise by allowing their words to flow too freely. The police, other...
The sport of boxing is probably the closest modern man will get to recreating the violent gladiatorial fights of ancient Rome. It’s a sport with two fighters trading blows with their fists until one knocks out the other – and it can get visceral quickly. While boxing...
