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WHITE-COLLAR CRIME | White-collar crimes include embezzlement, fraud, identity theft, money laundering, and a number of other non-violent, financial crimes. The most egregious crimes can result in lengthy prison terms for those convicted. MORE: https://jnlawoffices.com/if-you-are-investigated-for-a-whi/

DUI PENALTIES | The penalties for a DUI become more serious with each successive conviction. So, it's important to have a good attorney who can help mitigate the charges you'll face. LEARN MORE: https://jnlawoffices.com/what-kind-of-penalties-can-i-expe/

ELIGIBILITY | If, after being convicted of a felony offense, you've completed probation or have completed county jail time, you’re eligible to file a petition for expungement. MORE: https://jnlawoffices.com/expungement-what-are-my-options/

EXPUNGEMENT | You may be eligible for expungement if you were convicted of a lawbreaker offense, were sentenced to probation, and have successfully completed probation or got an early release. MORE: https://jnlawoffices.com/do-i-qualify-for-expungement/

CONVICTION CONSEQUENCES | People who are working in occupations based on professional licensing or certification, like healthcare professionals and realtors, could have that license or certificate revoked if convicted of a criminal charge. MORE: https://jnlawoffices.com/loss-of-professional-licensing-af/

"Whether you’re the sole breadwinner in your family or part of a dual-income household, you probably are concerned about the possibility of relinquishing quality time with your children as part of a divorce. " - Forbes READ MORE >>> https://www.forbes.com//how-to-maximize-your-custody-rig/

NEW YEAR'S EVE | Billions of people will be looking forward to saying farewell to 2020, but unlike usual year-end celebrations, it will be a subdued affair in most countries. https://www.nbcnews.com//world-rings-2021-muted-celebratio

"In this year’s elections, drug legalization initiatives won in red and blue states and new or revamped police oversight boards were approved in nearly a dozen cities. POLITICO reports that reforms can take years to go into effect, which gives opponents plenty of time to build new leverage block them." - The Crime Report READ MORE >>> https://thecrimereport.org//which-2020-justice-reforms-wi/

The #MeToo campaign exploded in the news media. Hollywood stars, politicians, and CEOs were (and still are) being accused of sexual assaults everything from groping to forcible rape. READ MORE >>> https://jnlawoffices.com/what-to-do-when-you-are-falsely-a/

Most criminal cases end in plea bargains. Learn about the pros and cons of accepting a plea deal:

Theft and burglary are two distinct crimes. Find out how they differ:

"A Cook County, Illinois, judge shown on video forcing a child into a holding cell is only the second judge in the county to lose a retention bid since 1990." - ABA Journal READ MORE >>> https://www.abajournal.com//judge-who-forced-child-into-lo

A SAFE 2021 | "Because of drunk driving, every half an hour someone dies in a car crash. In recent years, an average of 13,000 people have died in drunk driving related car crashes annually. The Fourth of July tends to have the highest number of traffic fatalities, but New Year’s Eve sees the highest increase in drunk driving related fatalities. According to the New York Times blog, Wheels, usually half of the fatal crashes on New Year’s Eve are related to drunk driving, most of which occur after midnight. While you cannot stop other drivers from drinking and driving, there are ways you can help protect yourself and your friends, should you choose to drive somewhere this New Years." - American Safety Council TIPS >>> https://blog.americansafetycouncil.com/drunk-driving-avoid/

If you have been arrested for a crime, you are at the beginning of what could become a long journey through the criminal justice system. Here’s what to expect:

Here's what you need to know about how the bail system works in the state of California:

Sometimes, innocent people are accused of gang membership or gang crimes under the gang enhancement law. Learn more:

Prop 36 substantially changed the original 1994 Three Strikes law in these two important ways:

What you post online could make the difference between a conviction and an acquittal. Find out why:

The breathalyzer devices used by law enforcement agencies often produce inaccurate results. Find out why:

How are bench warrants and arrest warrants cleared or removed in California? Find out:

A criminal defense lawyer may be able to get ahead of an investigation and present evidence that will prevent criminal charges from being filed. Learn more:

When it comes to searching your vehicle, police must adhere to specific rules. Here’s what you should know to protect your rights:

You may be surprised to learn that in some circumstances, you can keep someone else from testifying against you. Here's how:

Breathalyzer test results may be inaccurate for a number of reasons. Here's what you should know: