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what to seek in Houston criminal attorneys

13th October 2010
It can be said that a lawyer is like a good pair of hiking boots: when the fit is wrong, it is a long rocky road to walk; if the fit is right, it isn’t quite as hard. When you or someone you know has been charged or foresee charges, the first thing yo...
Author: dennissmith
Law

An Attorney in Sin City Provides you with Assistance on Traffic Tickets in Las Vegas

08th April 2010
As an attorney in Las Vegas,I am frequently questioned how come my buddy pays $140 for just a traffic ticket whilst I payed $190. The reason regarding this it all is dependent on in places you received your tickets along with what Las Vegas NV Traffic Co...
Author: Jon Martin
Criminal Law

Getting Away from a Felony: Expunge Your Criminal Record

08th April 2010
If you have a criminal past, no one needs to tell you the number of ways it can negatively affect you. Job openings, career advancement and educational opportunities are now limited. It is both unfair and a truism that one indiscretion in one's youth can ...
Author: Nathan Moore
Criminal Law

What Is the Difference between a Felony and a Misdemeanor

25th March 2010
Felonies are the most serious crimes a person can commit. For example, killing someone else is a felony. A person who has been convicted of a felony and sentenced to prison will spend more than a year in jail. For some crimes, such as murder, the person m...
Author: Penelope Stone
Criminal Law

HAVE YOU BEEN CHARGED WITH CRIMINAL OFFENSES IN COLORADO?

24th March 2010
There are many criminal offenses in Colorado that are recorded by the Colorado Springs justice department. They fall under the broad heads of felony, sexual offense, misdemeanor, drug offense, traffic, petty offenses and others. A felony assault is ty...
Author: Amit
Criminal Law

What to Do After a Felony Arrest

03rd February 2010
After you are arrested for a serious crime, the police office will get in touch with the State Attorney's office so they can decide what to charge you with. The police do not have the authority to file felony charges against an arrested individual. Thus, ...
Author: SmithSEO
Legal

Being Accused of a Misdemeanor Crime can Have Lasting Repercussions

02nd December 2009
In our society we are faced with the unfortunate reality that some people commit crimes against other people and society. Depending on the crime it may be considered a misdemeanor. A misdemeanor is considered a lesser crime. There are offenses that are no...
Author: Daniel Berry
Legal

Is Adultery Illegal in California?

20th August 2009
Recently, I have learned that it still is against the law to cheat in twenty-two (22) states! What about California?My research unveiled the unfortunate answer of NO. However, it USED to be. In 1872, the California Penal Code read, § 269a. Adu...
Author: Kelly Chang Rickert
Legal

5 Types of Theft Sentencing for Theft Crimes

09th August 2009
Are you familiar with the sentencing of theft crimes? There are a variety of theft crimes out there from fraud to embezzlement, robbery, identity theft, and etc. There are many different types of theft sentencing for these theft crimes also.To begin with,...
Author: Romel Whiteside
Legal

7 Types of Identity Theft Penalties

05th August 2009
Do you want to know more about theft penalties? Whenever a theft crime is committed, theft penalties for the crime, varies depending on where you live. Also, different states and jurisdictions have their own laws for theft crimes. It also depends on wheth...
Author: Romel Whiteside
Legal

Just in Case You Were Wondering; Here is the Identity Punishment Theft List

05th August 2009
So you are probably wondering what the rules behind identity theft punishment are. There have been many laws that have been passed on identity punishment theft. In 2004, Bush passed a bill that made it tougher on criminals. With identity theft being o...
Author: Romel Whiteside
Legal

How to Stop Drinking and Driving – DUI Arrests Not Enough

02nd December 2006
The simple answer is to not drink and drive, and for simple people that is fine. But having worked with persons convicted of drinking and driving offenses for over 20 years, I know the answer is not that straightforward. The true answer is more complic...
Author: Ed Reither
Legal

Indecent Exposure

08th June 2006
Indecent Exposure California Penal Code Section 314 defines indecent exposure and the punishment. Section 314 reads in part: "Every person who willfully and lewdly, either: 1. Exposes his person, or the private parts thereof, in any public place, or...
Author: Darren Kavinoky
Legal

Petty Theft, and Petty Theft with Prior

08th June 2006
Petty Theft, and Petty Theft with Prior Theft is the act of stealing goods. Petty theft involves stealing goods or services worth $400 or less and is charged as a misdemeanor for first time offenses. Where the value of goods stolen is less than $50, ...
Author: Darren Kavinoky
Legal

Misdemeanors vs. Felonies

07th June 2006
Misdemeanors vs. Felonies Most states break their crimes into two major groups, felonies and misdemeanors. The difference between the two types of crime is the punishment involved. Where a crime can be punished with a year of more of imprisonment in st...
Author: Darren Kavinoky
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