IF YOU WANT TO WIN YOUR CASE YOUR LAWYER NEEDS TO KNOW HOW TO GET THE BEST EVIDENCE BEFORE THE JURY OR JUDGE
IF YOU WANT TO WIN YOUR CASE YOUR LAWYER NEEDS TO KNOW HOW TO GET THE BEST EVIDENCE BEFORE THE JURY OR JUDGE Improper Impeachment Improper impeachment occurs when a party attempts to discredit a witness without following legal standards and procedures. This could involve asking questions that are irrelevant to the witness's testimony or attacking the witness's character without legitimate grounds. It might also include the use of inadmissible…
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It May Not Be Too Late To Challenge Your Prior Criminal Conviction and Sentence
It May Not Be Too Late To Challenge Your Prior Criminal Conviction and Sentence If you or a loved one was found guilty by a jury or plead guilty to a serious felony, it may not be too late to challenge that conviction and prison sentence. If you are seeking legal guidance as to whether you or a loved one may be able to challenge the outcome in their criminal…
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You Need An Experienced Criminal Defense Lawyer Fighting For You When The Prosecutor Refuses To Comply With Your Legal Right To Obtain Critical Evidence In Your Favor
You Need An Experienced Criminal Defense Lawyer Fighting For You When The Prosecutor Refuses To Comply With Your Legal Right To Obtain Critical Evidence In Your Favor Picture this scenario—you're standing in court, facing serious accusations, and you discover that crucial evidence has been withheld by the prosecution. This could mean that the game might already be rigged against you. This alarming issue of the prosecution failing to disclose evidence…
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You Could Have Your Conviction Reversed If Your Lawyer Did Not Represent You Adequately
You Could Have Your Conviction Reversed If Your Lawyer Did Not Represent You Adequately Facing a criminal conviction can be a life-altering experience. The stakes are incredibly high, and every detail in the courtroom matters. But what happens if your lawyer wasn't adequately prepared for your case? Imagine the implications. This blog post dives deep into the critical importance of lawyer preparedness, how it affects case outcomes, and what you…
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How We Try To Get Your Conviction Reversed If You Can Show A Key Witness Lied At Your Trial And You Were Found Guilty
How We Try To Get Your Conviction Reversed If You Can Show A Key Witness Lied At Your Trial And You Were Found Guilty Imagine realizing that your future hangs in the balance because a key witness in your trial lied. For accused individuals, this can seem like a nightmare without an end. However, there is hope. If we can prove that a key witness lied at your trial, you…
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Criminal Appeals in Irvine, CA: When and How to Challenge Convictions
Criminal Appeals in Irvine, CA: When and How to Challenge Convictions Have you ever been convicted of a crime in California and wondered if there was any way to challenge or overturn your conviction? You may be surprised to learn that there is a process called criminal appeal specifically for this purpose. Choosing Wallin & Klarich to represent your case puts you in a better position to receive the best…
Read MoreThe Ins and Outs of Criminal Appeals: When and How to Challenge Convictions
The Ins and Outs of Criminal Appeals: When and How to Challenge Convictions Appealing a criminal conviction is a legal process in which a defendant who has been found guilty of a crime in a court of law asks a higher ("appellate") court to review specific aspects of their case. The purpose of an appeal is not to rehear or retry the case, but to evaluate whether legal errors occurred…
Read MoreUnderstanding the California Criminal Justice Process: From Arrest to Trial
Understanding the California Criminal Justice Process: From Arrest to Trial If you or someone you know is facing criminal charges in California, it's important to understand the criminal justice process from start to finish. The legal system can be complex and overwhelming, but having a general understanding of how things work can help ease some of the stress and confusion. Having a skilled and experienced defense attorney on your side…
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Can You Appeal A Conviction Years Later?
How Long Do You Have to Appeal a Conviction? If you or someone you know has been convicted of a crime in the state of California, you only have a limited amount of time to file an appeal. In most cases, you have 60 days from your conviction to file an appeal. However, there are certain requirements that must be met and the appeals process can be complex. It is…
Read MorePeople v. Phillips (2022) | Beware: Your Prior Arrests May Come Back To Haunt You?
People v. Phillips (2022): Beware: Your Prior Arrests May Come Back To Haunt You? The California Court of Appeals reviewed the issue of whether evidence from a defendant’s prior involvement in a similar crime may be used to convict that same defendant for a different crime that has comparable facts. In 2017, a 75-year-old man named James Sheahan was found dead in his own apartment. Two apartment windows were open…
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