Legal Articles, Misdemeanor
White Collar Crime FAQs
The majority of my practice focuses on federal white collar crimes, which can be a confusing area of law for people who are unfamiliar with the system. In that vein, I've compiled some basic questions and answers regarding white collar criminal defense to help shed some light on the process.
Right to a Fair Trial
Some defendants think that they can "beat the system" on their own. Those who have been through the criminal system know better: having an experienced criminal defense attorney on your side is the best way to prevent becoming another statistic.
Constitutional Right to Counsel
The Sixth Amendment of the US Constitution guarantees the right to an attorney to anyone facing federal criminal charges. The 14th Amendment and some state constitutions also afford this right to anyone facing state felony charges.
Defenses to Crimes
Generally speaking, there are 2 basic components to every crime: the criminal act (actus reus) and the criminal intent (mens rea). The prosecution must prove not only that the defendant committed an act prohibited by the law, but also the intent to commit the criminal act beyond a reasonable doubt.
Are There Times When a Police Officer Needs a Search Warrant?
Yes, there are times when a police officer must have a search warrant to search you or your belongings but in some cases, the officer can obtain verbal permission to search.
Finding a Job After a Criminal Conviction
If you have been convicted of a crime, you may wonder if you will be able to find employment. Employers are becoming increasingly concerned about knowing whether applicants have criminal records.
Criminal Defense Basics
Our criminal justice system is complex, both conceptually and procedurally. To ensure the fairness of the proceedings, each court system has its own rules of criminal procedure that govern the actions of all players: police, defense lawyers, prosecutors, judges and juries.
If I'm a Medical Marijuana User in Michigan, Can I Drive My Vehicle Legally?
On April 18th, 2012 the Court of Appeals decided that no motorist can have any THC in their system while driving and this includes patients of the Medical Marijuana act in Michigan.
High Court’s Decision to Limit GPS Monitoring Is a Mixed Bag
This article discusses law enforcement's use of GPS technology as a means of surveillance to gather information against criminal defendants. Key Words: Constitutional Law, GPS, Search and Seizure
The Dangers of Sexting by Teenagers and Tweens
The case result for this case is as follows: Juvenile Prosecution Hillsborough County January 2012: 2012-CJ-XXX 14 year old Juvenile was referred for prosecution for felony transmission of pornography over the internet