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Apr
03
Fresno Criminal Attorney Discusses the Costs of Wrongful Conviction
A research group examined known wrongful felony convictions in California over the course of 20 years and estimated that taxpayers lost roughly $282 million as a result.
Categories: Criminal Defense
Dec
30
A Drunk Driving Attorney in Fresno Explains How a Lawyer Can Help You With a DUI
It is common to see news reports of incidents in which drivers are charged with driving under the influence of alcohol (DUI). Because of the relative ubiquity of these offenses compared to others, many drivers charged may believe that defending themselves is comparatively simple. However, consulting with an attorney can be beneficial in many ways.
Categories: DUI Defense
Nov
29
Fresno Criminal Attorney Explains Bail and the Courts
“Bail” is one of the most commonly used terms in legal proceedings. One hears it in every courtroom drama. However, what is bail and what is its purpose?
Categories: Criminal Cases
Nov
29
Fresno Domestic Violence Lawyer Reveals 4 Reasons Male Victims May Not Report
Despite the overwhelming societal belief that men cannot be or are rarely victims of domestic violence, the actual statistics are overwhelming. Approximately 40 percent of severe physical domestic violence victims are men. Unfortunately, the percentage of men as domestic violence victims does not translate into the same level of support and legal options.
Categories: Domestic Violence
Nov
29
3 Things That You Should Not Do When You Have a Pending DUI
Do you have a pending DUI? If so, your drinking and driving charge is probably always on your mind. You might not think that there is anything that you can do about it until your court date, but this actually isn't true.
Categories: DUI Defense
Nov
29
Drunk Driving Attorney in Fresno Explains Mitigating Factors in a DUI
If you are arrested and convicted for driving under the influence (DUI) in California, your sentence can be influenced by a variety of mitigating factors. Fines, prison terms, and other penalties are often specified by ranges, and the amount, length, and other factors can be affected by what the court sees as mitigating factors.
Categories: DUI Defense
Sep
30
Types of Domestic Violence
Domestic violence is a rising issue in our country today. What is domestic violence? According to the National Domestic Violence Hotline, "Domestic violence is a repetitive pattern of behaviors to maintain power and control over an intimate partner." There are 5 main ways abuse occurs.
Categories: Domestic Violence
Sep
29
Arraignment under California Law: Five Facts You Should Know
An arraignment is one of the first steps to follow an arrest on criminal charges. If you have been arrested, here are five facts about the arraignment procedure in California that you should know.
Categories: Criminal Cases
Apr
29
Criminal Defense Tip: Do Not Agree To A Polygraph Without The Representation Of An Attorney
In criminal cases, there always seems to be some confusion about the use of lie detector tests, also referred to as a polygraph. These tests are given as an attempt to show when someone is giving a deceptive answer to a question. Criminal investigators and attorneys may administer this test for various reasons.
Categories: Criminal Cases
Feb
27
Your Fresno Domestic Violence Lawyer: Gathering Evidence if You're Wrongly Accused
When you hire a domestic violence lawyer, they'll work on different levels to assure that when you're falsely accused, it's proven as definitively as possible. Here at Mitchell Law Group, we're here to work with you as your legal advocate in finding evidence proving you were not the aggressor when arrested for abusing your spouse.
Categories: Domestic Violence
