Criminal Law – How to Sue a Person in Civil Court for Crimes Against You
The field of Criminal Law involves a government’s response to an action that has been deemed by society to warrant arrest, incarceration, fines, or any other form of punishment. Unfortunate for many, the Criminal Justice system is not a perfect tool for punishing guilty individuals. Many innocent individuals fall through the cracks of the criminal justice system and are unjustly punished for criminal acts they did not commit. One can be arrest and charged for, drug possession, DUI drinking and driving, assault and battery, robbery, burglary, aggravated assault, fraud crimes and white collar crimes, and forgery.
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If you or a loved one has been arrest for a crime in Los Angeles you are in need of answers, legal guidance and a valiant defense of your constitutionally protected individual rights. When you need a trusted criminal law lawyer our crime defense lawyer network is her to help. Being convicted for a Felony Crime or a Misdemeanor Crime you did not commit is a tragedy for all. Don’t let it happen to you. If you have been charged force a criminal act we encourage you to seek guidance and set up a free consultation; we can discuss the merits of your case and inform you what may happen in a criminal case similar to yours.DUI defense:
Arrested for Driving under the Influence is a serious matter. If you have been charged there are numerous defenses which can absolve you of serving prison time, and or having your DMV Driving License suspended. Field Sobriety tests and blood alcohol tests are often an imprecise indicator of your true blood alcohol level.Felony DUI:
Usually there are three situations in which a person can be charged and convicted for a felony DUI in the State of California.- Drunk Driving Accident leading to death or injury also referred to as vehicular manslaughter: Accident: A charge of “Driving Under the Influence” and the DUI is determined to be the cause of Death or Injury to another person.
- You have had three or more DUI convictions within a 10 year span
- You have had a prior DIU felony Conviction and have been arrested and charged for another DUI.
Fraud Crimes:
There are many defenses available to fight a fraud conviction. Some of these are if (1) you did not intend to commit a fraudulent act (2)you were the victim of mistaken identity (2) you deserve to be acquitted on the basis of entrapment; under California law, you are eligible for an acquittal if you can prove that the police coerced you into committing the fraudulent act.Gun Offenses – Firearm Crimes:
Don’t let a criminal conviction for a firearm crime destroy your life. Below is a list of different firearm offense you may be charged with.- Unlicensed illegal sale of firearms
- Felon with a firearm
- Carrying a concealed weapon without a permit
- Carrying a loaded firearm in public
- Brandishing a Weapon
- Assault with a firearm
Conspiracy Charge:
You may be charged for conspiracy to commit a crime if- Two or more people get together and form a plan to commit a crime
- An act has to be completed that would be for that crime
- The intent and decision of committing the crime must be present among those involved
Assault and Battery Charge:
Anytime a person tries or actually inflicts harm to another person, besides the fact that it is illegal, it’s a serious problem. There are punishments for these crimes depending on the severity of what occurred. Simple assault is a misdemeanor with punishment of up to 6 months in jail and up to a $1,000 fine, while assault with any type of weapon can elevate the crime to a felony with much harsher punishments.Expungments:
Anyone who was convicted of a felony or misdemeanor offense is eligible for expungement. This is true providing the following conditions have been met:- the individual successfully completed probation
- the individual is not currently charged with any crimes
- the individual is not serving a sentence for a criminal offense
- the individual is not on probation for having committed a crime
Drug Crimes:
You can be arrested and charges for numerous drug crimes including , (1) unlawful possession (2) trafficking (2) distribution (3) importation (4) sale (5) manufacturing (5) and transportation of drugs If you’re facing drug charges in California then you will need an aggressive and experienced defense attorney fighting for you. The war on drugs has been going on for quite some time and has the support of numerous political groups, federal and state agencies, and law enforcement.Facing the criminal justice system
Facing the Criminal Justice system is a horrific and daunting task; no person should ever go through it alone. All individuals should have adequate and proper legal representation throughout the legal process. However, at Downtown LA Law, we believe that adequate and proper legal representation does not go far enough. We believe in fighting for our clients and seeking every possible defense allowable in judicial process.Contact us and speak to an aggressive and relentless criminal defense lawyer in Los Angeles
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If charged with a crime, you should contact our downtown Los Angeles Criminal Defense Lawyers as soon as possible. You should not wait until the last minute to report this case to our downtown LA law firm as it might hurt your chances of succeeding in court. Give us a call today, or visit our offices to talk with one of our highly skilled or experienced lawyers.![](/wp-content/themes/yootheme/cache/43/zero-fee-guarantee1-1-437b89c3.png)
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