One of the most difficult aspects of being charged with domestic violence is understanding the process of being charged, being booked, getting the mandatory protection order, and then posting a bond. In any domestic violence charge, you will have to go into custody before you… Read More
Federal criminal defense is different than state criminal defense. The law is different. The types of charges are different. The scope of the investigations is usually wider. The amount of resources devoted by the government are significantly greater in federal cases than in state cases…. Read More
The COVID-19 pandemic has been challenging for everyone. One way the United States government attempted to help out businesses was by offering CARES Act loans. Now many people and companies are finding themselves being investigated for CARES Act fraud. And I anticipate that these cases… Read More
Are you a crime victim? Are you the victim of a crime? Do you need help understanding the criminal justice system? Despite your attempts, do you find it difficult to get the District Attorney to listen to you? And do you want to hold your… Read More
Hiring an attorney can be stressful and full of uncertainties. Added to that uncertainty is a lack of transparency in the pricing of services. First, each case is unique. So there is no one fits all size. That said, there are two options when hiring… Read More
Just as the internet changed so much of society it also changed the criminal code. Common sex offense charges that involve the internet are Internet Luring, Enticement of a Minor, and Internet Sexual Exploitation of a Child. If you find yourself or a loved one… Read More
Federal criminal charges are frightening. The federal government has enormous resources that they are able to use in any criminal case. Unlike state court, bond is not always given in federal court. In fact, in federal court, it is not uncommon for people to be… Read More
There is a tendency to want to answer a question when asked. But in the world of criminal defense, to do so can be very costly. Why is this the case? Why do lawyers tell their clients to not talk to law enforcement or other… Read More
The statistics tell us that the overwhelming majority of cases end up as a guilty plea before a Judge. A small minority of cases go to trial. A small percentage of cases end up in an outright acquittal. So in every criminal case it is… Read More
Do I need a lawyer? That is a question I am often asked. And it is an understandable question. Hiring a lawyer is expensive. It takes time. It is one more thing to deal with on top of the criminal charge. First, let’s back up…. Read More