Many people who find themselves in criminal court undergo enormous stress, especially if it is the first time they have been in trouble. The fear of losing your job or fear of your current employer finding out about your charges. The fear of jail time or having a conviction on your clean record. Thankfully, judicial […]
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Police Interrogations are not to be taken lightly if you are approached by any type of law enforcement officer who wants to talk to you. Before agreeing to any questioning, it is imperative that you contact an attorney first. Otherwise, you may fall victim to the tricks the police use during police interrogations, which are
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Getting out on a federal bond in court is a complicated process. Indeed, it is not as simple as it is in many state court cases. Thus, it is important to hire a qualified federal criminal lawyer as soon as possible. The federal criminal lawyer can ensure that all of the necessary steps are taken
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Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) has a significant impact on an individual’s behavior and decision-making processes. Unfortunately, this is something that many judges hearing criminal cases fail to understand or take into account when issuing sentences in cases involving defendants with ADHD and criminal behavior. It is important for attorneys representing clients with ADHD to
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Fraud charges arise when someone uses deception to gain an unfair or unlawful advantage. Civil fraud lawsuits are filed by private individuals or entities who believe they have been harmed by another party’s fraudulent behavior. But, if the plaintiff in a civil fraud lawsuit wins, does that mean the defendant will also face criminal fraud
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You may have heard the term money mule before, but what does it mean? It is a relatively new phenomenon but one that carries severe consequences. In this article, we’ll define what it is, explore the consequences of being a money mule, and highlight some of the risks you take by agreeing to participate in
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Colleges and universities aggressively pursue Title IX charges against students, and the stakes are extremely high. Many students and parents fail to recognize the short-term and long-term stakes involved. Thus, they do not take the necessary steps and precautions to obtain the most favorable outcome when accused of Title IX sexual misconduct. However, students and
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Celebrity mugshots are highly searched on the internet. Most people only focus on celebrity mugshots in general. Did you know some of the most talented musicians of all time have been arrested and booked for a variety of criminal offenses? This article focuses on some of our favorite and most talented, influential musicians of all
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The Good Samaritan law has been around in California since 2007. It was enacted to encourage people to help others in danger and prevent fear of legal consequences. The California statute protects rescuers in medical and non-medical emergencies. The Good Samaritan law states that if a person renders medical or non-medical help to a person
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Relevant conduct in a federal criminal case comes into play when it’s time for the federal judge to determine the sentence that is appropriate. In federal criminal cases, judges determine sentences based on the United States Sentencing Guidelines. After the conclusion of a trial or plea agreement, a judge will examine the federal sentencing guidelines
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