Today, consumers are making more and more purchases on the Internet; their personal information has also become more vulnerable. Incidents of identity theft have become more common. Identity theft happens when someone fraudulently uses your personal information, such as a credit card or your social security number for financial gain or criminal purposes.
In most cases, the victim doesn’t find out that this has happened until he or she receives their credit card statement showing unauthorized charges. It gets worse – the victim could be denied a loan or lose out on a job opportunity because of negative information on their credit report. Finally, there is always the chance they can be arrested for a crime they did not commit.
Identity theft is treated as a serious charge and can have severe consequences. If you are being investigated for or have been charged with identity theft, contact a qualified Riverside Criminal Law attorney who will discuss the criminal penalties you face following your arrest and will fight to protect your rights throughout the course of your white collar criminal case.
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Fans in Riverside County gathered around televisions yesterday to watch the Superbowl. Close by were friends, food and alcohol. Some watched at home or a friend’s home, while others watched at the local bar.
Superbowl Sunday is supposed to be an exciting day for football fans, but unfortunately there are a high number of arrests made for drunk driving that day. It is okay to have a drink with your friends, but if you must, let someone who is not drinking drive you home.
California Vehicle Code Section 23152 (a) states, “It is unlawful for any person who is under the influence of any alcoholic beverage or drug, or under the combined influence of any alcoholic beverage and drug, to drive a vehicle.”
If you have been arrested on a DUI charge in Riverside County, you are probably concerned about the criminal consequences your case might have on your life. Contact a Riverside Criminal Law attorney who has handled and been successful in DUI cases – an attorney who will work hard for you every step of the way to deliver the best results in your case.
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A 30-year old man, suspected of driving under the influence in Menifee the other morning, crashed head-on into a woman’s vehicle, killing the 55-year old woman.
Reports indicate that the man, driving with his wife, drifted into oncoming traffic and then collided with the other vehicle. The man was taken to a nearby hospital where he is listed in critical condition. The wife suffered moderate injuries. Once he recovers, he will be charged with DUI and vehicular manslaughter.
I also wish the man and his wife a speedy and complete recovery. If you have been arrested for injuring or killing another person while driving under the influence, you need an experienced Riverside Criminal Law attorney to handle your case with confidence, competence and great care. Criminal convictions can derail your life and these charges must be taken seriously and acted upon promptly.
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Did you receive a traffic ticket that you feel you do not deserve? Are you wondering whether it is worth your time to go to court and just pay the fine? The decisions that you make will have consequences beyond the payment of the traffic ticket.
If you are concerned about your driving record and your insurance rates going up, think over your decision carefully. The wrong choice could stay with you for years. While you probably won’t face jail for most types of traffic violations, the consequences can be painful and expensive. Examples include:
· You can lose your driver’s license temporarily or permanently depending on the offense
· Your automobile insurance rates will definitely increase
· You will most likely have to pay a fine in addition to attending traffic school
· It will impact your job
· You could end up with a criminal record for life
When you are facing a California criminal charge, no matter the severity, your freedom is on the line. Contact an experienced Riverside Criminal Law attorney who will listen to your story and plan an aggressive defense strategy on your behalf.
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As Internet use has increased, so has there been an increase in Internet crimes. It wasn’t that long ago when words, such as cybersex and cyber-chats were unheard of. Today, those words are all too common. Computer crimes have become one of the greatest challenges that face law enforcement.
Prosecutors are constantly confronting all types of computer crimes, including child pornography, sex crimes, cyber-stalking, computer fraud, and Internet theft. Statistics show that approximately 10% of all Internet and computer crimes in the United States are committed in California. They have even created special cyber-crime units to decrease computer crime in Southern California.
Conviction of Internet crimes comes with severe consequences, such as State, local or Federal prison, heavy fines, and loss of employment for those with security clearances, restitution and probation.
If you are arrested for an Internet crime of any type, contact a Riverside Criminal Law attorney who has experience in Internet crime cases and will work to negotiate reduced charges, if this is in your best interests.
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Driving in California is not a right – it is a privilege. Therefore, if you have gotten certain infractions behind the wheel, it is most probable that your driver’s license will be taken away or suspended for a long period of time.
And, if you are caught driving a vehicle with a suspended license, the consequences could be severe. Consequences for such actions include longer suspension, fines, and jail time.
If you are caught driving with a suspended license, don’t make a bad situation even worse - you need the legal representation of an experienced Riverside Criminal Law attorney who will represent your legal interests.
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Sobriety checkpoints are temporary roadblocks that are used by Riverside law enforcement to catch drivers who are under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs.
There are times when the officers stop every vehicle going through the roadblock or stop just certain vehicles to determine if the driver is impaired. The checkpoints are usually set up late at night or in the early morning hours when most drunk drivers are on the road.
If an officer asks to search your car, you can refuse because technically they do not have legal grounds to do so. You may be asked to leave your car and perform a field sobriety test or take a breath alcohol test. This, too, can be refused, but the consequences are almost as severe as a DUI charge.
If you are arrested for drunk driving, contact an experienced Riverside Criminal Law attorney who will review the evidence against you and fight for your legal options.
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If you are convicted of possession or distribution of heroin you will be subjected to severe penalties that include a prison sentence, probation, and loss of your driver’s license, heavy fines, community service, and a permanent criminal record.
Because heroin is a highly addictive drug, police are quick to arrest anyone accused of committing a heroin crime and charge them with a felony offense. Heroin is considered a Schedule I drug under California Health and Safety Code Section 11054 and is illegal to possess, sell or distribute.
In California, if you are convicted of possession of heroin, you are facing a felony, which is punishable by 16 months to 3 years in State prison and a maximum $20,000 fine.
California also has a drug diversion program that, if you complete, your heroin charges will be dismissed.
If you have been charged with heroin possession, you are facing serious penalties and need to contact an experienced and aggressive Riverside Criminal Law attorney who will protect your legal rights, discuss all of your options and fight for the best possible results.
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A 53-year old Desert Hot Springs woman was arrested on fraud charges recently.
Reports indicate that she reported that her ATM card was stolen and used to withdraw money from a casino in Palm Springs. She has been accused of withdrawing money from her bank account and then reporting it was stolen – in an attempt to be repaid by her bank for money she herself has.
An investigation determined that she was attempting to commit fraud; she was arrested and jailed in Banning.
If you are facing fraud charges, you are facing a white collar crime, which in many cases is considered a Federal crime. Being charged with fraud is a serious legal problem and it is crucial you have legal representation. It is strongly advised that you contact an experienced Riverside Criminal Law attorney who has been successful in defending fraud charges.
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Gang-related crimes are a high priority in Riverside County and the Coachella Valley.
If the District Attorney discovers that a crime is tied to gang activity, the accused may face life in prison. A conviction can be used against a minor child in the event of any other serious or violent felony charges he or she receives in the future, according to California’s ‘Three Strikes Law’. This includes a theft, drug offense or assault.
It is important to keep a gang crime conviction off your child’s record even if it is his or her first offense. If your child has been arrested because of a gang-related crime, contact a Riverside Criminal Law attorney who has been successful in defending other gang-related cases – who will fight aggressively to protect your rights and prevent a conviction – who will fight for the best possible outcome.
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