Being accused of a criminal act requires you to take swift action. Your defense strategy is one of the primary things you should focus on while your case is moving through the criminal justice system. The outcome of the criminal matter can impact every area of your...
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Misdemeanor convictions come with collateral consequences
Misdemeanor criminal charges are often thought of as minor -- and they're certainly not as serious as felonies. However, misdemeanors make up around 80% of the criminal cases that are heard in this country, and the courts do take these seriously. In fact, people can...
Different types of white collar crimes to know about
People often think of white collar crimes as those that higher level executives might commit, but it's possible for people on any level to be accused of these crimes. The reason they're often associated with the wealthy and executives is because these are often the...
Drunk driving and other reasons for driver’s license revocation
Drivers in California are required to have a valid driver's license in order to legally operate a vehicle on the roadways. Driving when your driver's license is suspended is illegal and can lead to criminal charges. There are many reasons why a person's driver's...
Can a drug conviction affect my immigration status?
If there's one thing that most of us know about being arrested for any crime, it's that there are stiff consequences associated with being convicted of one. This is one of the reasons why drug crime defendants often take their cases to trial. They do so to give...
Union boss faces up to 130 years for embezzlement
The former president of a major California union faces up to 130 years behind bars when he is sentenced on April 27 for embezzling almost $800,000 in health care funds. The sentencing hearing was scheduled after a Los Angeles jury returned guilty verdicts on 12 counts...
What’s the federal government’s conviction rate?
Any financial-related federal offense is referred to as a white collar crime. U.S. Attorneys are very aggressive in their prosecution of anyone who commits this type of fraudulent offense. If you're facing such charges and currently weighing your options, then you may...
Shoplifting charges should be taken seriously
Shoplifting is a serious matter that can't be taken lightly. If you're facing charges for this crime, make sure that you take them seriously. There are many nuances that come with this type of theft, so learning about the specifics of the case might be helpful as you...
Mortgage fraud charges must be handled carefully
When a person is working to obtain a mortgage, they must ensure that they're being fully factual. The broker they're working with must also act in an ethical manner. It is possible to face criminal charges for fraud if misstatements are made intentionally on the...
Evaluate your options for a defense against a misdemeanor
Some people mistakenly believe that they aren't facing time in jail when they have a misdemeanor charge. The fact is that many misdemeanors do come with time behind bars, so you should factor this into your defense strategy when you're trying to decide what to do...
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John Patrick Ryan has been practicing law for over 20 years. Experienced in criminal law. U.S. Navy Veteran.
