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December 11, 2018 in Criminal Defense, Domestic ViolenceMan with 2 strikes, looking at 25 years to life, stabs his wife and slices her forearm open requiring 40 stitches. Case dismissed!

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Dec 27, 2017 in Criminal Defense, Domestic Violence

Domestic Violence Case Sealed and Destroyed

In addition to the criminal penalties attached to a domestic violence charge, the social stigma even if you avoid a conviction can be equally terrifying. When a client found himself in such situation, he contacted attorney Silver, fearing the worst. Silver acted fast to have the case dismissed, but to further set his client’s mind at ease, he successfully had the entire record of the incident sealed and destroyed.

The outcome of an individual case depends on a variety of factors unique to that case. Case results do not guarantee or predict a similar result in any similar or future case.

Dec 27, 2017 in Criminal Defense, DUI

Dismissal of DUI Saves Nurse’s License

When a successful and prominent nurse anesthetist was charged with driving under the influence (DUI), attorney Elliot Silver worked diligently to protect his client. What complicated matters was that in addition to any criminal penalties if convicted of a DUI, this nurse’s professional license also hung in the balance. Attorney Silver reviewed the case. By advocating for his client, he successfully obtained a total dismissal of the DUI. This spared his client from any criminal penalties or administrative consequences from the Nursing Board.

The outcome of an individual case depends on a variety of factors unique to that case. Case results do not guarantee or predict a similar result in any similar or future case.

Dec 27, 2017 in Criminal Defense

Felony Evading Reduced to Misdemeanor

Some people falsely believe that if law enforcement is behind them, they simply need to get away. But the hard truth is that the best way to practically deal with the criminal justice system is to find and employ an experienced criminal defense attorney. Not long ago, a man was charged with felony-level evading after a high-speed chase. This left him wide open to significant criminal penalties, including jail time and a strike. Attorney Silver saw the opportunity to help this client and after convincing him to undergo 90 days of in-patient alcohol treatment, he negotiated to reduce the charge from a felony to a misdemeanor and spared his client from time behind bars.

The outcome of an individual case depends on a variety of factors unique to that case. Case results do not guarantee or predict a similar result in any similar or future case.

Dec 27, 2017 in Criminal Defense, Domestic Violence

Domestic Violence Dismissal to Keep Man Free

While a client was awaiting trial on a federal case, he found himself charged with a new crime related to domestic violence . Under the terms of his release, a new charge could result in being locked up for the entirety of his other case. Attorney Silver dealt with the domestic violence case swiftly and obtained a dismissal. This allowed him to remain free on bond so he could continue living his life while he handled his other legal matter.

The outcome of an individual case depends on a variety of factors unique to that case. Case results do not guarantee or predict a similar result in any similar or future case.

Dec 27, 2017 in Criminal Defense

Time Served in Three-Strikes Case

Getting into a fight after a Raiders game is foolish for anyone and it leaves you open to criminal charges. However, if a person has already had run-ins with the law, their prior criminal history will expose them to dreadful ramifications. In these cases, you not only need an attorney who knows what’s at stake, but one that sees you as more than the total points on your record. When this happened to man in Oakland, he was confronted with his possible third strike and a very likely life sentence. He decided to contact Elliot Silver. Attorney Silver set to work and through captivating negotiation and advocacy, it proved to be perhaps the man’s smartest move. In the end, he received time served and instead of life behind bars, he went home in four months.

The outcome of an individual case depends on a variety of factors unique to that case. Case results do not guarantee or predict a similar result in any similar or future case.

Dec 27, 2017 in Criminal Defense, Federal Crimes

Federal Five-Year Probation Reduced

When individuals are convicted of some crimes, they can be afforded the opportunity to pay for their misdeeds through probation rather than incarceration. This provides people the chance to improve their lives and contribute to society while under supervision. The terms and duration of probation are not always set in stone, and if someone shows remarkable growth and remorse for the actions, they may be able to improve their position with help from a highly skilled and articulate attorney. Attorney Silver recently displayed such an ability by arguing to commute a federally imposed five-year sentence to a more manageable two years.

The outcome of an individual case depends on a variety of factors unique to that case. Case results do not guarantee or predict a similar result in any similar or future case.

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