Criminal Defense

White collar crimes are commonly referred to any type of criminal crimes that do not involve physical violence and that relate largely to financial matters. People charged with white collar crimes have the same rights and protections as defendants accused of other crimes because white collar crime involve mostly the same legal principles. What sets …

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Have you ever heard about the driver who was arrested for drunk driving because he had taken cough medication? Or what about the state legislator who successfully argued that the breath spray caused a false positive on the Breathalyzer test that was administered? Although police offers and courts generally accept the result of breathalyzer tests …

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Collecting the right evidence is key in getting acquitted of criminal charges. The type of evidence you collect and the sources you consult with to get the evidence will depend on the specific facts of your case and the specific offenses you have been charged with. The most important step you need to take before …

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If your child has been charged with a criminal offense, he or she may be tried in either adult court or juvenile court, depending on various factors. There are many differences between these two courts. The most common differences that you should know when dealing with a juvenile case in California are discussed below. The …

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You made a mistake that turned out to be against the law. It was your first time. And now you are facing criminal charges. A diversion may be offered to help you avoid a criminal conviction. Diversion is generally available for defendants who are first-time offenders or are facing drug charges. There are two types …

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