FAQ: Criminal Defense - Page 4

You have a professional license to work in your industry. Perhaps you’re a nurse, a doctor, a lawyer, electrician, accountant, contractor, teacher, commercial driver, counselor, or cosmetologist. Recently, you were arrested for an alleged crime and now, not only are you afraid of being sent to jail or prison, but you’re also worried about how …

The words jail and prison are used interchangeably. However, this is a difference between the two. And if you’re facing criminal charges, it’s important to know about each one. Then, you can prepare yourself and try to fight back against the charges with the help of an experienced Oakland criminal defense attorney. What Is Jail? …

When you’re behind the wheel of a car, it’s your duty to your fellow drivers, as well as pedestrians, bikers, and anyone else on the road, to drive as safely as possible. This means that you aren’t driving under the influence, speeding, weaving in and out of lanes, using your phone, or otherwise driving recklessly. …

Evading the police when they are pursuing you is illegal, and it can land you behind bars if you’re found guilty of this crime. With an attorney representing you, however, you can defend yourself against these charges and hopefully achieve a better outcome. Whether you’re facing misdemeanor or felony charges for evading a police officer, …

If you have been charged with stalking, you’re likely worried about what could happen to you in court. Are you going to have to go to jail? Will you be ordered to pay fines? This could really set you back, and you aren’t sure what to do from here. Thankfully, with representation on your side, …

When you’ve been arrested, you need to go through the criminal court process all the way up until your charges are dropped or you’re actually convicted of a crime. Everyone’s process is different depending on the alleged crime they committed, their past record, and other specific circumstances surrounding their arrest. Despite this, it’s very helpful …

Driving today can be quite stressful, especially if you live in a high-traffic city like Oakland, in the notoriously densely populated state of California. Heavy traffic may cause you to be late to an appointment and put wear and tear on your car. Once there’s a break in traffic, you might speed up to make …

You were recently arrested and charged with a crime in Oakland. Now, you have to decide if you want to use the court-appointed lawyer or hire your own representation. By figuring out the difference between the two, you will feel more empowered in your decision and know that you’re making the right choice for your …

If you were recently charged with a crime, you’re understandably stressed out about what could happen. Are you going to go to county jail or state prison? Are you going to have to pay big fines, or go to classes for several months? How about parole – are you even eligible? You likely have a …

You recently got charged with a felony crime, and now you’re wondering how long that felony is going to stay on your record if you are convicted. And, of course, you want to do everything in your power to try to fight the charges… you just don’t know where to start. By finding out all …