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Assault & Battery

An assault is any unlawful attempt or offer with force or violence to do bodily

harm to another, whether from ill will or extreme carelessness; for example, by

striking at or holding up the fist at a person in a threatening or insulting

manner, or with other circumstances that evidence an intention, coupled with a

present ability, of actual violence against the person, such as by pointing a

weapon at him when he is within reach of it. When the injury is actually

inflicted, it amounts to a battery.

 

Assault and battery is the combination of the crimes of threat (assault) and

actual beating (battery).

 

An assault is:

 

An unlawful attempt, coupled with apparent ability, to commit a violent injury

on the person of another; or

 

An intentional, unlawful threat by word or act to do violence to the person of

another, coupled with an apparent ability to do so, and doing some act which

creates a well-founded fear in such other person that such violence is

imminent.

 

A battery is any:

 

 

 

Willful and unlawful use of force or violence upon the person of

another; or

 

Actual, intentional and unlawful touching or striking of another person against

the will of the other; or

Unlawfully and intentionally causing bodily harm to an individual.

Violent

offenses are overwhelmingly committed by males. There are a number of factors

that are analyzed in studying offender characteristics and different studies

use different characteristics as the basis of the study. Such characteristics

include, among others, age, race, gender, location, parental involvement,

education, past criminal history, drug/alcohol use, and mental illness.

The

assault and battery defense lawyers at Mullen, Schlough & Associates S.C.

excel in representing clients in all aspects of assault and battery cases.

Assault and battery is a serious charge that can have severe consequences. Mullen,

Schlough & Associates S.C.’s assault and battery lawyers have extensive

experience defending clients from assault and battery allegations and are

committed to providing an aggressive defense on the clients behalf. In assault

and battery cases it is essential to have a dedicated attorney that engages

early and strives to get the case either dismissed or settled out of court.

Have Wisconsin’s premier assault and battery attorneys prove their success in

settling cases out of court and preventing charges from ever being filed.

 

 

 

If charges of an assault and battery related crime have been filed or are in process,

an experienced assault and battery defense team will be able to improve the

outcome. Remember, it is easier to prevent an assault and battery charge from

being filed than it is to receive a not guilty verdict in court once it has

already been charged.

It

is extremely important to hire a criminal assault and battery attorney to

represent your best interests. The primary goal is to keep you out of the

criminal court system so you can move on with your life without the danger of a

lengthy prison sentence or a criminal record. Mullen, Schlough & Associates

S.C.’s assault and battery lawyers maintain an extremely high rate of success.

Our determined focus is to:

o   Keep a felony or

misdemeanor assault and battery allegation out of court

o   Use our knowledge base

to settle strategically

o   Fight for the best

outcome our client is facing

In

some situations, it may be difficult for the prosecution to pursue or prove a

assault and battery case. This is due to the fact that the intent of the

defendant is a key part of the charges. To be convicted of committing some type

of assault and battery, the prosecution must prove beyond a reasonable doubt

that the defendant intentionally made the attempt to or actually assaulted and

battered others. If an assault and battery case goes to court, there is often

no recovery of losses for the plaintiff because a judgment is ordered. The

judgment can often include jail time, making recovery of losses very difficult.

Settling out of court is the most beneficial option for both parties; the

plaintiff has a better chance of recovering losses and the accused can avoid

serving time in jail or prison.

 

 

 

Although the evidence may seem substantial, there are many options an attorney

can use to challenge the assault and battery charges. It is important to act

quickly to involve a legal professional who can properly assert rights and act

as a knowledgeable voice inside and outside of the courtroom. Our criminal

defense lawyers have achieved amazing results in assault and battery cases

during the pre-file stage as well as in the courtroom. Our attorneys have the

expertise to have assault and battery cases completely dismissed, or pursue a

lower sentence for the client.

 

 

 

Don’t let an assault and battery charge jeopardize your future, contact us

immediately to find out how an exceptional assault and battery attorney can

help you.

 

 

 

We know you need the best in knowledgeable legal representation from a criminal

law firm that treats your case with consideration and genuine concern. We look

forward to hearing from you when you call (888) 375-3056 for a FREE

confidential consultation.

Assault with a Deadly Weapon

Assault

with a deadly weapon may involve intentional or reckless serious physical

injury to another person, or physical injury to any person by means of a deadly

weapon or a dangerous instrument. It may involve interfering with a police

officer, emergency responder, or teacher, while performing their duties. The

following is an example of a state statute (Connecticut) on assault in the

second degree: Conn. Gen. Stat. § 53a-60. A person is guilty of assault in the

second degree when: a. with intent to cause serious physical injury to another

person, he causes such injury to such person or to a third person; b. with

intent to cause physical injury to another person, he causes such injury to

such person or to a third person by means of a deadly weapon or a dangerous instrument

other than by means of the discharge of a firearm; c. he recklessly causes

serious physical injury to another person by means of a deadly weapon or a

dangerous instrument; d. for a purpose other than lawful medical or therapeutic

treatment, he intentionally causes stupor, unconsciousness or other physical

impairment or injury to another person by administering to such person, without

his consent, a drug, substance or preparation capable of producing the same; or

  1. he is a parolee from a correctional institution and with intent to cause

physical injury to an employee or member of the Extended Supervision Board, he or

she causes physical injury to such employee or member.

The

assault with a deadly weapon defense lawyers at Mullen, Schlough & Associates

S.C. excel in representing clients in all aspects of assault with a deadly

weapon cases. Assault with a deadly weapon is a serious charge that can have

severe consequences. Mullen, Schlough & Associates S.C.’s assault with a

deadly weapon lawyers have extensive experience defending clients from assault

with a deadly weapon allegations and are committed to providing an aggressive

defense on the clients behalf. In a assault with a deadly weapon case it is

essential to have a dedicated attorney that engages early and strives to get

the case either dismissed or settled out of court. Have Wisconsin’s premier

assault with a deadly weapon attorneys prove their success in settling cases

out of court and preventing charges from ever being filed.

 

 

 

If charges of an assault with a deadly weapon related crime have been filed or

are in process, an experienced assault with a deadly weapon defense team will

be able to improve the outcome. Remember, it is easier to prevent an assault

with a deadly weapon charge from being filed than it is to receive a not guilty

verdict in court once it has already been charged.

It

is extremely important to hire a criminal assault with a deadly weapon attorney

to represent your best interests. The primary goal is to keep you out of the criminal

court system so you can move on with your life without the danger of a lengthy

prison sentence or a criminal record. Mullen, Schlough & Associates S.C.’s

assault with a deadly weapon lawyers maintain an extremely high rate of

success. Our determined focus is to:

o   Keep a felony assault

with a deadly weapon allegation out of court

o   Use our knowledge base

to settle strategically

o   Fight for the best

outcome our client is facing

In

some situations, it may be difficult for the prosecution to pursue or prove a

assault with a deadly weapon case. This is due to the fact that the intent of

the defendant is a key part of the charges. To be convicted of committing some

type of assault with a deadly weapon, the prosecution must prove beyond a

reasonable doubt that the defendant intentionally made the attempt to or

actually committed assault with a deadly weapon. If an assault with a deadly

weapon case goes to court, there is often no recovery of losses for the

plaintiff because a judgment has ordered prison or jail time.

 

 

 

Although the evidence may seem substantial, there are many options an attorney

can use to challenge the assault with a deadly weapon charges. It is important

to act quickly to involve a legal professional who can properly assert rights

and act as a knowledgeable voice inside and outside of the courtroom. Our

criminal defense lawyers have achieved amazing results in assault with a deadly

weapon cases during the pre-file stage as well as in the courtroom. Our

attorneys have the expertise to have assault with a deadly weapon cases

completely dismissed, or pursue a lower sentence for the client.

 

 

 

Don’t let a assault with a deadly weapon charge jeopardize your future, contact

us immediately to find out how an exceptional assault with a deadly weapon

attorney can help you.

 

 

 

We know you need the best in knowledgeable legal representation from a criminal

law firm that treats your case with consideration and genuine concern. We look

forward to hearing from you when you call (888) 375-3056 for a FREE

confidential consultation.

Child Abuse

Child

abuse encompasses physical child abuse, sexual child abuse, emotional abuse,

neglect, Shaken Baby Syndrome, and Fetal Alcohol Syndrome. Although the

statutes governing juvenile or family court and the mandatory reporting of

child maltreatment are the primary laws that protect abused and neglected

children, the majority of States are moving toward greater protection of

children by specifically including child victims in their domestic violence

definitions. The majority of states require that a special relationship exist

between the child victim and the abuser. For example, some states include a

minor child of a household member when the defendant is an adult household

member, while others include a child of a spouse, a child of a respondent, or

any child of a party. A few states extend protection to any child residing in

the household. Certain jurisdictions also specifically include foster children,

stepchildren, and grandchildren. Many jurisdictions just specify that children

are covered. Although not explicitly listing children as persons intended to be

protected, some additional states cover household members related by blood or

marriage, persons residing in the same household, and persons living in the

same domicile.

 

 

Domestic violence definitions also identify the prohibited abusive conduct

committed toward children. Such behavior usually includes physical, sexual, and

emotional attacks against a child. It may also involve stalking, threatening,

harassing and placing a child in fear of physical harm. Many states, however,

do not specify the amount or extent of violence required by the perpetrator.

Some state statutes provide that a single act of domestic violence can suffice.

A few states also provide exemptions for certain acts or omissions in their

definitions of domestic violence. For example, in several jurisdictions,

corporal discipline of a child by a parent or guardian for disciplinary

purposes does not constitute domestic violence when the discipline is reasonable.

 

 

Federal legislation provides a foundation for states by identifying a minimum

set of acts or behaviors that define child abuse and neglect. The Federal Child

Abuse Prevention and Treatment Act (CAPTA), (42 U.S.C.A. §5106g), as amended by

the Keeping Children and Families Safe Act of 2003, defines child abuse and

neglect as, at minimum:

Any recent act or failure to act on the part of a parent or

caretaker which results in death, serious physical or emotional harm, sexual

abuse or exploitation; or

An act or failure to act which presents an imminent risk of

serious harm.

 

Within the minimum standards set by CAPTA, each state is responsible for

providing its own definitions of child abuse and neglect. Most states recognize

four major types of maltreatment: neglect, physical abuse, sexual abuse, and

emotional abuse.

 

 

The following is an example of a Federal Statute defining Child Abuse:

 

According to 42 USCS § 5119c(3) [Title 42. The Public Health and Welfare;

Chapter 67. Child Abuse Prevention and Treatment and Adoption Reform; Child

Abuse Crime Information and Background Checks] the term “child abuse

crime” means “a crime committed under any law of a State that involves the

physical or mental injury, sexual abuse or exploitation, negligent treatment,

or maltreatment of a child by any person.”

The

child abuse defense lawyers at Mullen, Schlough & Associates S.C. excel in

representing clients in all aspects of child abuse cases. Child abuse is a

serious charge that can have severe consequences. Mullen, Schlough &

Associates S.C.’s child abuse lawyers have extensive experience defending

clients from child abuse allegations and are committed to providing an

aggressive defense on the clients behalf. In a child abuse case it is essential

to have a dedicated attorney that engages early and strives to get the case

either dismissed or settled out of court. Have Wisconsin’s premier child abuse

attorneys prove their success in settling cases out of court and preventing

charges from ever being filed.

 

 

 

If charges of a child abuse related crime have been filed or are in process, an

experienced child abuse defense team will be able to improve the outcome.

Remember, it is easier to prevent a child abuse charge from being filed than it

is to receive a not guilty verdict in court once it has already been charged.

It

is extremely important to hire a criminal child abuse attorney to represent

your best interests. The primary goal is to keep you out of the criminal court

system so you can move on with your life without the danger of a lengthy prison

sentence or a criminal record. Mullen, Schlough & Associates S.C.’s child

abuse lawyers maintain an extremely high rate of success. Our determined focus

is to:

o   Keep a felony child

abuse allegation out of court

o   Use our knowledge base

to settle strategically

o   Fight for the best

outcome our client is facing

In

some situations, it may be difficult for the prosecution to pursue or prove a

child abuse case. This is due to the fact that the intent of the defendant is a

key part of the charges. To be convicted of committing some type of child

abuse, the prosecution must prove beyond a reasonable doubt that the defendant

intentionally made the attempt to or actually child abuse. If a child abuse

case goes to court, there is often no recovery of losses for the plaintiff

because a judgment has ordered prison or jail time.

 

 

 

Although the evidence may seem substantial, there are many options an attorney

can use to challenge the child abuse charges. It is important to act quickly to

involve a legal professional who can properly assert rights and act as a

knowledgeable voice inside and outside of the courtroom. Our criminal defense

lawyers have achieved amazing results in child abuse cases during the pre-file

stage as well as in the courtroom. Our attorneys have the expertise to have

child abuse cases completely dismissed, or pursue a lower sentence for the

client.

 

 

 

Don’t let a child abuse charge jeopardize your future, contact us immediately

to find out how an exceptional child abuse attorney can help you.

 

 

 

We know you need the best in knowledgeable legal representation from a criminal

law firm that treats your case with consideration and genuine concern. We look

forward to hearing from you when you call (888) 375-3056 for a FREE

confidential consultation.

Child

Endangerment

:Child

Endangerment refers to an act or omission that renders a child to

psychological, emotional or physical abuse. Child abuse based on the offense of

child endangerment is normally a misdemeanor, but endangerment that results in

mental illness or serious physical illness or injury is a felony. The child who

is subjected to child endangerment is called an abused child or a neglected

child.

The

child endangerment defense lawyers at Mullen, Schlough & Associates S.C.

excel in representing clients in all aspects of child endangerment cases. Child

endangerment is a serious charge that can have severe consequences. Mullen,

Schlough & Associates S.C.’s child endangerment lawyers have extensive

experience defending clients from child endangerment allegations and are

committed to providing an aggressive defense on the clients behalf. In a child

endangerment case it is essential to have a dedicated attorney that engages

early and strives to get the case either dismissed or settled out of court.

Have Wisconsin’s premier child endangerment attorneys prove their success in

settling cases out of court and preventing charges from ever being filed.

 

 

 

If charges of a child endangerment related crime have been filed or are in

process, an experienced child endangerment defense team will be able to improve

the outcome. Remember, it is easier to prevent a child endangerment charge from

being filed than it is to receive a not guilty verdict in court once it has

already been charged.

It

is extremely important to hire a criminal child endangerment attorney to

represent your best interests. The primary goal is to keep you out of the

criminal court system so you can move on with your life without the danger of a

lengthy prison sentence or a criminal record. Mullen, Schlough & Associates

S.C.’s child endangerment lawyers maintain an extremely high rate of success.

Our determined focus is to:

o   Keep a felony child endangerment

allegation out of court

o   Use our knowledge base

to settle strategically

o   Fight for the best

outcome our client is facing

In

some situations, it may be difficult for the prosecution to pursue or prove a

child endangerment case. This is due to the fact that the intent of the

defendant is a key part of the charges. To be convicted of committing some type

of child endangerment, the prosecution must prove beyond a reasonable doubt

that the defendant intentionally made the attempt to or actually child

endangerment. If a child endangerment case goes to court, there is often no

recovery of losses for the plaintiff because a judgment has ordered prison or

jail time.

 

 

 

Although the evidence may seem substantial, there are many options an attorney

can use to challenge the child endangerment charges. It is important to act

quickly to involve a legal professional who can properly assert rights and act

as a knowledgeable voice inside and outside of the courtroom. Our criminal

defense lawyers have achieved amazing results in child endangerment cases

during the pre-file stage as well as in the courtroom. Our attorneys have the

expertise to have child endangerment cases completely dismissed, or pursue a

lower sentence for the client.

 

 

 

Don’t let a child endangerment charge jeopardize your future, contact us

immediately to find out how an exceptional child endangerment attorney can help

you.

 

 

 

We know you need the best in knowledgeable legal representation from a criminal

law firm that treats your case with consideration and genuine concern. We look

forward to hearing from you when you call (888) 375-3056 for a FREE

confidential consultation.

Domestic

Violence

1:

Domestic violence is generally defined the crime of assault where the victim is

a current or former spouse, parent, child, any person with whom the defendant

has a child in common, a present or former household member, or a person who

has or had a dating or engagement relationship with the defendant. A person may

often be arrested for domestic violence without a warrant.

 

 

If a person abused by domestic violence decides not to have the abuser

arrested, they may ask for a civil protective order that may order the abuser

to stay away from and stop assaulting the person. Injunctions may also be

issued to prevent the abuser from trespassing on certain property. The order is

only effective if it has been served on the abuser.

The

domestic violence defense lawyers at Mullen, Schlough & Associates S.C.

excel in representing clients in all aspects of domestic violence cases.

Domestic violence is a serious charge that can have severe consequences. Mullen,

Schlough & Associates S.C.’s domestic violence lawyers have extensive

experience defending clients from domestic violence allegations and are

committed to providing an aggressive defense on the clients behalf. In a domestic

violence case it is essential to have a dedicated attorney that engages early

and strives to get the case either dismissed or settled out of court. Have

Wisconsin’s premier domestic violence attorneys prove their success in settling

cases out of court and preventing charges from ever being filed.

 

 

 

If charges of a domestic violence related crime have been filed or are in

process, an experienced domestic violence defense team will be able to improve

the outcome. Remember, it is easier to prevent a domestic violence charge from

being filed than it is to receive a not guilty verdict in court once it has

already been charged.

It

is extremely important to hire a criminal domestic violence attorney to

represent your best interests. The primary goal is to keep you out of the

criminal court system so you can move on with your life without the danger of a

lengthy prison sentence or a criminal record. Mullen, Schlough & Associates

S.C.’s domestic violence lawyers maintain an extremely high rate of success.

Our determined focus is to:

o   Keep a felony or

misdemeanor domestic violence allegation out of court

o   Use our knowledge base

to settle strategically

o   Fight for the best

outcome our client is facing

In

some situations, it may be difficult for the prosecution to pursue or prove a

domestic violence case. This is due to the fact that the intent of the

defendant is a key part of the charges. To be convicted of committing some type

of domestic violence, the prosecution must prove beyond a reasonable doubt that

the defendant intentionally made the attempt to or actually committed domestic

violence. If a domestic violence case goes to court, there is often no recovery

of losses for the plaintiff because a judgment has ordered prison or jail time.

 

 

 

 

Although the evidence may seem substantial, there are many options an attorney

can use to challenge the domestic violence charges. It is important to act

quickly to involve a legal professional who can properly assert rights and act

as a knowledgeable voice inside and outside of the courtroom. Our criminal

defense lawyers have achieved amazing results in domestic violence cases during

the pre-file stage as well as in the courtroom. Our attorneys have the

expertise to have domestic violence cases completely dismissed, or pursue a

lower sentence for the client.

 

 

 

Don’t let an domestic violence charge jeopardize your future, contact us

immediately to find out how an exceptional domestic violence attorney can help

you.

 

 

 

We know you need the best in knowledgeable legal representation from a criminal

law firm that treats your case with consideration and genuine concern. We look

forward to hearing from you when you call (888) 375-3056 for a FREE

confidential consultation.

Elder

Abuse

1:

According to 42 USCS § 13925 (9), the term elder abuse means “any action

against a person who is 50 years of age or older that constitutes the willful–

 

(A) infliction of injury, unreasonable confinement, intimidation, or cruel

punishment with resulting physical harm, pain, or mental anguish; or

 

(B) deprivation by a person, including a caregiver, of goods or services with

intent to cause physical harm, mental anguish, or mental illness.”

The

elder abuse defense lawyers at Mullen, Schlough & Associates S.C. excel in

representing clients in all aspects of elder abuse cases. A elder abuse is a

serious charge that can have severe consequences. Mullen, Schlough & Associates

S.C.’s elder abuse lawyers have extensive experience defending clients from

elder abuse allegations and are committed to providing an aggressive defense on

the clients behalf. In a elder abuse case it is essential to have a dedicated

attorney that engages early and strives to get the case either dismissed or

settled out of court. Have Wisconsin’s premier elder abuse attorneys prove

their success in settling cases out of court and preventing charges from ever

being filed.

 

 

 

If charges of an elder abuse related crime have been filed or are in process,

an experienced elder abuse defense team will be able to improve the outcome.

Remember, it is easier to prevent a elder abuse charge from being filed than it

is to receive a not guilty verdict in court once it has already been charged.

It

is extremely important to hire a criminal elder abuse attorney to represent

your best interests. The primary goal is to keep you out of the criminal court

system so you can move on with your life without the danger of a lengthy prison

sentence or a criminal record. Mullen, Schlough & Associates S.C.’s elder

abuse lawyers maintain an extremely high rate of success. Our determined focus

is to:

o   Keep a felony or

misdemeanor elder abuse allegation out of court

o   Use our knowledge base

to settle strategically

o   Fight for the best

outcome our client is facing

In

some situations, it may be difficult for the prosecution to pursue or prove a

elder abuse case. This is due to the fact that the intent of the defendant is a

key part of the charges. To be convicted of committing some type of elder

abuse, the prosecution must prove beyond a reasonable doubt that the defendant

intentionally made the attempt to or actually committed elder abuse. If a elder

abuse case goes to court, there is often no recovery of losses for the

plaintiff because a judgment has ordered prison or jail time.

 

 

 

Although the evidence may seem substantial, there are many options an attorney

can use to challenge the elder abuse charges. It is important to act quickly to

involve a legal professional who can properly assert rights and act as a

knowledgeable voice inside and outside of the courtroom. Our criminal defense

lawyers have achieved amazing results in elder abuse cases during the pre-file

stage as well as in the courtroom. Our attorneys have the expertise to have

elder abuse cases completely dismissed, or pursue a lower sentence for the

client.

 

 

 

Don’t let an elder abuse charge jeopardize your future, contact us immediately

to find out how an exceptional elder abuse attorney can help you.

 

 

 

We know you need the best in knowledgeable legal representation from a criminal

law firm that treats your case with consideration and genuine concern. We look

forward to hearing from you when you call (888) 375-3056 for a FREE

confidential consultation.

Hate

Crime

1:

A hate crime is usually defined by state law as one that involves threats,

harassment, or physical harm and is motivated by prejudice against someone’s

race, color, religion, national origin, ethnicity, sexual orientation or

physical or mental disability. Laws vary by state and if hate crimes are

provided for by statute, the definitions of hate crimes and penalties imposed

vary. States that have hate crime statutes provide harsher penalties for such

offenses. The underlying criminal offenses that are designated in hate crime

laws include, but are not limited to, crimes against persons like harassment,

terroristic threats, assault and crimes against property like criminal

trespass, criminal mischief and arson. It may also include vandalism causing

damage to a church, synagogue, cemetery, mortuary, memorial to the dead,

school, educational facility, community center, municipal building, courthouse,

juvenile detention center, grounds surrounding such places or personal property

located within such places.

 

 

The current federal law regarding hate crimes deals with crimes where the

offender is motivated by bias against a race, religion, disability, sexual

orientation, or ethnicity/national origin and only applies if the crime happens

when a person is attending a public school or is at work or participating in

one of four other “federally protected activities.”

 

The following is an example of a state statute governing hate crimes: The

Legislature finds and declares the following:

 

 

 

It is the right of every person, regardless of race, color, religion, national

origin, ethnicity, or physical or mental disability, to be secure and protected

from threats of reasonable fear, intimidation, harassment, and physical harm

caused by activities of groups and individuals.

 

It is not the intent, by enactment of this section, to interfere with the

exercise of rights protected by the Constitution of the State of Alabama or the

United States.

 

The intentional advocacy of unlawful acts by groups or individuals against

other persons or groups and bodily injury or death to persons is not

constitutionally protected when violence or civil disorder is imminent, and poses

a threat to public order and safety, and such conduct should be subjected to

criminal sanctions. The purpose of this section is to impose additional

penalties where it is shown that a perpetrator committing the underlying

offense was motivated by the victim’s actual or perceived race, color,

religion, national origin, ethnicity, or physical or mental disability. A

person who has been found guilty of a crime, the commission of which was shown

beyond a reasonable doubt to have been motivated by the victim’s actual or

perceived race, color, religion, national origin, ethnicity, or physical or

mental disability, shall be punished as follows:

Felonies:

On conviction of a Class A felony that was found to have been

motivated by the victim’s actual or perceived race, color, religion, national

origin, ethnicity, or physical or mental disability, the sentence shall not be

less than 15 years.

On conviction of a Class B felony that was found to have been

motivated by the victim’s actual or perceived race, color, religion, national

origin, ethnicity, or physical or mental disability, the sentence shall not be

less than 10 years.

On conviction of a Class C felony that was found to have been

motivated by the victim’s actual or perceived race, color, religion, national

origin, ethnicity, or physical or mental disability, the sentence shall not be

less than two year

  1. For purposes of this

subdivision, a criminal defendant who has been previously convicted of any

felony and receives an enhanced sentence pursuant to this section is also

subject to enhanced punishment under the Alabama Habitual Felony Offender Act,

Section 13A-5-9.

 

Misdemeanors:

On conviction of a misdemeanor which was found beyond a reasonable

doubt to have been motivated by the victim’s actual or perceived race, color,

religion, national origin, ethnicity, or physical or mental disability, the

defendant shall be sentenced for a Class A misdemeanor, except that the

defendant shall be sentenced to a minimum of three months.

The

hate crime defense lawyers at Mullen, Schlough & Associates S.C. excel in

representing clients in all aspects of hate crime cases. A hate crime is a

serious charge that can have severe consequences. Mullen, Schlough &

Associates S.C.’s hate crime lawyers have extensive experience defending

clients from hate crime allegations and are committed to providing an

aggressive defense on the clients behalf. In a hate crime case it is essential

to have a dedicated attorney that engages early and strives to get the case

either dismissed or settled out of court. Have Wisconsin’s premier hate crime

attorneys prove their success in settling cases out of court and preventing

charges from ever being filed.

 

 

 

If charges of a hate crime related crime have been filed or are in process, an

experienced hate crime defense team will be able to improve the outcome.

Remember, it is easier to prevent a hate crime charge from being filed than it

is to receive a not guilty verdict in court once it has already been charged.

It

is extremely important to hire a criminal hate crime attorney to represent your

best interests. The primary goal is to keep you out of the criminal court

system so you can move on with your life without the danger of a lengthy prison

sentence or a criminal record. Mullen, Schlough & Associates S.C.’s hate

crime lawyers maintain an extremely high rate of success. Our determined focus

is to:

o   Keep a felony or

misdemeanor hate crime allegation out of court

o   Use our knowledge base

to settle strategically

o   Fight for the best

outcome our client is facing

In

some situations, it may be difficult for the prosecution to pursue or prove a

hate crime case. This is due to the fact that the intent of the defendant is a

key part of the charges. To be convicted of committing some type of hate crime,

the prosecution must prove beyond a reasonable doubt that the defendant

intentionally made the attempt to or actually committed a hate crime. If a hate

crime case goes to court, there is often no recovery of losses for the

plaintiff because a judgment has ordered prison or jail time.

 

 

 

Although the evidence may seem substantial, there are many options an attorney

can use to challenge the hate crime charges. It is important to act quickly to

involve a legal professional who can properly assert rights and act as a

knowledgeable voice inside and outside of the courtroom. Our criminal defense

lawyers have achieved amazing results in hate crime cases during the pre-file

stage as well as in the courtroom. Our attorneys have the expertise to have

hate crime cases completely dismissed, or pursue a lower sentence for the

client.

 

 

 

Don’t let a hate crime charge jeopardize your future, contact us immediately to

find out how an exceptional hate crime attorney can help you.

 

 

 

We know you need the best in knowledgeable legal representation from a criminal

law firm that treats your case with consideration and genuine concern. We look

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Homicide

1:

Homicide is the killing of a human being due to the act or failure to act of

another. Criminal homicides include murder and manslaughter. Non-criminal

homicides include killing in self-defense, a misadventure like a hunting

accident or automobile wreck without a violation of law like reckless driving,

or legal (government) execution. Suicide is a homicide, but is rarely

prosecuted. Assisting or attempting suicide can be a crime.

 

Homicides can be classified as follows;

 

 

 

  1. Justifiable Homicides —

these are “no fault” homicides. They ordinarily involve the death of

someone under circumstances of necessity or duty (commanded or authorized by

law). Examples would be self-defense, capital punishment, and police shootings.

  1. Excusable Homicides —

these are misadventures, accidents, or acts of insanity. They ordinarily

involve acts of civil fault, error, or omission.

 

 

 

  1. 1st Degree Criminal

Homicide – These are acts involving the death of someone in

“cold-blood” or by “lying in wait”. Also, the crime of

felony murder (someone dies during commission of a felony) is automatically 1st

degree homicide.

  1. 2nd Degree Criminal

Homicide – These are acts involving the death of someone in the “heat of

passion”. Heat of passion murder doesn’t require provocation, but it still

requires proof of intent. Voluntary Manslaughter — Manslaughter, in general,

involves acts involving the death of someone without premeditation, but acting

in “sudden passion”.

  1. Involuntary Manslaughter

– This is the crime of Criminal Negligence, sometimes called misdemeanor

manslaughter. It typically involves the careless use of firearms, explosives,

animals, medicine, trains, planes, ships, and automobiles. Many states have

created out a separate category called Vehicular Manslaughter for cases

involving automobiles.

The

homicide defense lawyers at Mullen, Schlough & Associates S.C. excel in

representing clients in all aspects of homicide cases. Homicide is a serious

charge that can have severe consequences. Mullen, Schlough & Associates

S.C.’s homicide lawyers have extensive experience defending clients from

homicide allegations and are committed to providing an aggressive defense on

the clients behalf. In a homicide case it is essential to have a dedicated

attorney that engages early and strives to get the case either dismissed or

settled out of court. Have Wisconsin’s premier homicide attorneys prove their

success in settling cases out of court and preventing charges from ever being

filed.

 

 

 

If charges of a homicide related crime have been filed or are in process, an

experienced homicide defense team will be able to improve the outcome. Remember,

it is easier to prevent a homicide charge from being filed than it is to

receive a not guilty verdict in court once it has already been charged.

It

is extremely important to hire a criminal homicide attorney to represent your

best interests. The primary goal is to keep you out of the criminal court

system so you can move on with your life without the danger of a lengthy prison

sentence or a criminal record. Mullen, Schlough & Associates S.C.’s

homicide lawyers maintain an extremely high rate of success. Our determined

focus is to:

o   Keep a felony homicide

allegation out of court

o   Use our knowledge base

to settle strategically

o   Fight for the best

outcome our client is facing

In

some situations, it may be difficult for the prosecution to pursue or prove a

homicide case. This is due to the fact that the intent of the defendant is a

key part of the charges. To be convicted of committing some type of homicide,

the prosecution must prove beyond a reasonable doubt that the defendant

intentionally made the attempt to or actually committed homicide. If a homicide

case goes to court, there is often no recovery of losses for the plaintiff

because a judgment has ordered prison time.

 

 

 

Although the evidence may seem substantial, there are many options an attorney

can use to challenge the homicide charges. It is important to act quickly to

involve a legal professional who can properly assert rights and act as a

knowledgeable voice inside and outside of the courtroom. Our criminal defense

lawyers have achieved amazing results in homicide cases during the pre-file

stage as well as in the courtroom. Our attorneys have the expertise to have

homicide cases completely dismissed, or pursue a lower sentence for the client.

 

 

 

Don’t let an homicide charge jeopardize your future, contact us immediately to

find out how an exceptional homicide attorney can help you.

 

 

 

We know you need the best in knowledgeable legal representation from a criminal

law firm that treats your case with consideration and genuine concern. We look

forward to hearing from you when you call (888) 375-3056 for a FREE

confidential consultation.

Terroristic

Threat

1:

A terroristic threat is a crime generally involving a threat to commit violence

communicated with the intent to terrorize another or to cause evacuation of a

building, or to cause serious public inconvenience, in reckless disregard of

the risk of causing such terror or inconvenience.

It

may mean an offense against property or involving danger to another person that

may include but is not limited to recklessly endangering another person,

harassment, stalking, ethnic intimidation, and criminal mischief.

The

terroristic threat defense lawyers at Mullen, Schlough & Associates S.C.

excel in representing clients in all aspects of terroristic threat cases. A

terroristic threat is a serious charge that can have severe consequences. Mullen,

Schlough & Associates S.C.’s terroristic threat lawyers have extensive

experience defending clients from terroristic threat allegations and are

committed to providing an aggressive defense on the clients behalf. In a

terroristic threat case it is essential to have a dedicated attorney that

engages early and strives to get the case either dismissed or settled out of

court. Have Wisconsin’s premier terroristic threat attorneys prove their

success in settling cases out of court and preventing charges from ever being

filed.

 

 

 

If charges of a terroristic threat related crime have been filed or are in

process, an experienced terroristic threat defense team will be able to improve

the outcome. Remember, it is easier to prevent a terroristic threat charge from

being filed than it is to receive a not guilty verdict in court once it has

already been charged.

It

is extremely important to hire a criminal terroristic threat attorney to

represent your best interests. The primary goal is to keep you out of the

criminal court system so you can move on with your life without the danger of a

lengthy prison sentence or a criminal record. Mullen, Schlough & Associates

S.C.’s terroristic threat lawyers maintain an extremely high rate of success.

Our determined focus is to:

o   Keep a felony

terroristic threat allegation out of court

o   Use our knowledge base

to settle strategically

o   Fight for the best

outcome our client is facing

In

some situations, it may be difficult for the prosecution to pursue or prove a

terroristic threat case. This is due to the fact that the intent of the

defendant is a key part of the charges. To be convicted of committing some type

of terroristic threat, the prosecution must prove beyond a reasonable doubt

that the defendant intentionally made the attempt to or actually committed a

terroristic threat. If a terroristic threat case goes to court, there is often

no recovery of losses for the plaintiff because a judgment has ordered prison

or jail time.

 

 

 

Although the evidence may seem substantial, there are many options an attorney

can use to challenge the terroristic threat charges. It is important to act

quickly to involve a legal professional who can properly assert rights and act

as a knowledgeable voice inside and outside of the courtroom. Our criminal

defense lawyers have achieved amazing results in terroristic threat cases

during the pre-file stage as well as in the courtroom. Our attorneys have the

expertise to have terroristic threat cases completely dismissed, or pursue a

lower sentence for the client.

 

 

 

Don’t let a terroristic threat charge jeopardize your future, contact us

immediately to find out how an exceptional terroristic threat attorney can help

you.

 

 

 

We know you need the best in knowledgeable legal representation from a criminal

law firm that treats your case with consideration and genuine concern. We look

forward to hearing from you when you call (888) 375-3056 for a FREE

confidential consultation.

Concealing A Deadly Weapon

1:

A weapon is defined under various federal, state, and local laws, which vary by

jurisdiction. A weapon is generally something used to injure, defeat, or

destroy and may cover many types of instruments, such as a blackjack,

slingshot, billy, metal knuckles, dagger, knife, pistol, revolver, or any other

firearm, razor with an unguarded blade, and any metal pipe or bar used or

intended to be used in a club, among others.

Do I need a lawyer?

You do not have to hire an attorney for every legal problem you face. If you are facing criminal charges, it is important that you speak with a lawyer before speaking with the police because most things you tell them can and will be used to against you.

If you are charged with a criminal offense, it is important to contact a lawyer right away.. The sooner you talk to a lawyer the better because your memory of what happened will be clearer. You will also have a better idea of what defenses you may have to the charges against you.

 

What do criminal defense lawyers do?

Criminal lawyers represent defendants facing criminal charges in state, federal and appellate courts. A criminal lawyer helps you to present your side of the trails in a case not harmful for your defense. It’s important to act quickly when you are charged with a criminal offense. The longer you wait, the easier it is for evidence and opportunities to disappear. But it is especially important to take action early with a criminal charge. You need a professional. Their scope of practice includes:

  • Bail Hearings,
  • Plea Bargains,
  • Trials,
  • Revocation Hearings (Extended Supervision aka Parole or Probation),
  • Appeals and Post-Conviction Remedies like Sentence Modifications.
  • Draft, File and Argue Appeals,
  • Screening,
  • Law Enforcement Officers make arrests, but they are not the entity that actually brings charges against suspects.
  • Discovery Phase, The discovery phase is a time period in which your attorney will investigate the prosecution’s case to find out what evidence they may or may not have against you, which witnesses they might bring in to testify, and other information.
  • Pre-Trial Conference: Before your official trial, the judge in charge of your case will check with the attorneys of both sides to assess the progress of the case. Parties will meet before the judge to expedite and improve the quality of the trial.

Their scope of practice includes bail bond hearings, plea bargains, trial, revocation hearings (parole or probation), appeals and post-conviction remedies.

Parties will meet before the judge to expedite and improve the quality of the trial.

A private criminal attorney (who charge the most per hour but have the most time to dedicate to your case), court appointed attorney (those attorneys who takes a combination of private cases, county appointed cases that pay less per hour and are appointed by each county and public defender cases which pay less per hour) or public defender cases (those cases which pay the least per hour.  You as a defendant are allowed one of these attorneys based on what you make.

 

How much will a criminal lawyer cost me?

The cost of a criminal lawyer depends on many factors, including the type and severity of charges filed against you. The amount of money charged by a lawyer for his or her services is called a “fee.” The fee can vary depending on the type of case and the amount of time spent working on it.

The fee for your initial consultation will vary depending on your location. However, a good criminal lawyer will offer you an initial consultation for free. If you are charged with a misdemeanor, the cost of retaining a lawyer will be significantly less than if you are facing felony.

A criminal lawyer is an attorney who specializes in the defense of people accused of crimes. A criminal lawyer may represent a person charged with any kind of crime, but most commonly represents clients facing murder charges, drug charges, and other felony charges. Criminal lawyers may also represent people who have been charged with misdemeanors in some states, but not all states allow criminal defense attorneys to handle misdemeanor cases.

 

What is the difference between a public defender and a private criminal lawyer?

Public defenders are available for those individuals without a job or very limited assets and much debt. Court appointed lawyers are available for those individual with more income and assets (but actually not much more) and private attorneys are available for those people making more than the state poverty level.

A public defender unfortunately has the obligation of representing all people who are arrested and charge with a crime (by the way an OWI 1st in Wisconsin without aggravating enhancing facts is NOT a criminal charge), meet the income and asset thresh hold and have no conflict of issue problems with other clients of that particular lawyer.

That includes quite a number of people and cause the lawyer to represent a lot of people at any given moment. A Private Criminal Lawyer has more control of his or her case-load resulting in more time to address customer’s concerns.

 

What if I cannot afford or have enough money to pay a lawyer?

If you do not have enough money to hire a lawyer, the court will appoint an attorney to re The court may also pay for a lawyer if you do not have enough money. Call your county bar association to find out more about free legal services. We offer and encourage payment plans.

 

What can a lawyer do to help me (even if I’m guilty)?

A criminal lawyer can provide advice about your legal situation and help you with the following:

  • Understand court procedures. A good attorney will explain how the law applies to your case and help you understand the court process.
  • Talk with law enforcement officers. A lawyer can talk to police about your case and negotiate for leniency on your behalf.
  • Help you prepare for trial. A good attorney will help you understand the evidence against you and how to present your side of the story in court.
  • Negotiate with prosecutors on your behalf.

 

How can I find out what my options are if I’m facing criminal charges?

There are several ways to find out what your options are. First, you can talk with an attorney who practices criminal law in the county where you were charged or the county where you live. You can also contact the court where you were charged and ask to speak with a public defender. An attorney who practices criminal law will be able to tell you what your options are,

 

When should I talk to a lawyer?

If you are accused of a crime, you should talk to a lawyer right away. If you cannot afford a lawyer, one will be appointed for you free of charge. Before saying something that can be used against you, talk to a lawyer. The best way to make sure you are treated fairly is to know your rights. The following information can help you understand what the police must do when making an arrest and what to do if you are arrested. You have the right to remain silent. Anything you say or do can be used against you in a court of law.

 

How can you find a good lawyer?

Research the lawyers in your area on the Internet and ask friends and family for recommendations. What is the best way to get in touch with an attorney after hours? Send a text message or email. The best way to find the right lawyer is to ask friends and family for recommendations. You can also research the lawyers in your area on the Internet and ask friends and family for recommendations.

 

What should I expect when working with a lawyer for people accused of crimes?

During the early stages of your case, you will meet with a lawyer to discuss what happened and how we might be able to help. The lawyer may ask you questions about the incident that led to your arrest, the evidence against you and what witnesses might testify on your behalf. The lawyer will also tell you about possible defenses that may be available to help you avoid conviction.

 

How will I know what to do about my case?

Your lawyer can help you with this. He or she will explain the court process to you and help you understand what is going on.

 

How should I prepare for my first meeting with an attorney?

You should be prepared to answer questions about the charges you face, your financial situation and any prior criminal record. Typically the first consultation or meeting is free.

 

Can I get in trouble for something I say or do if I do not have a lawyer?

You should always be careful about what you say to the police or anyone else. You should always talk with your attorney before you make any decisions or take any action that could affect your case.

 

Can I be arrested if I have an attorney?

Yes

 

I am afraid to talk to the police. What should I do?

You should call a lawyer.

 

What should I do if the police stop me in my car?

You should roll down your window and turn off the car. Then you should put both hands on the steering wheel. If there is a passenger in the car, they should remain calm and follow the driver’s example.

If you are not under arrest, the police should tell you why they stopped you and let you go. If the police say that they want to talk to you, ask if you are free to go. If the police answer any questions and should tell them that you want to leave. If the police say that you are not under arrest, but they are detaining you and asking questions, then you do not have to answer any questions and should tell them that you want to leave. If the police say that you are not under arrest, but they intend to search your home or car, then you do not have to let them in unless they have a warrant. If they have a warrant, you should ask to see it and make sure that the name on the warrant is your name.

 

When can the police make an arrest?

In general, police can make an arrest without a warrant if they have probable cause to believe that the person to be arrested has committed or is committing a crime. If you are not sure about the law in your state, consult an attorney.

 

What is a warrant?

A warrant is an order for someone’s arrest signed by a judge.

 

What can I do if I have a warrant?

If you know there is a warrant for your arrest, you should turn yourself in to the police as soon as possible and ask if you can arrange to be taken before a judge. If you have an attorney, he or she should accompany you to your first appearance in court. Courts have “bail” hearings from Monday through Friday every day at a specific time.

 

What should I do if I’m arrested?

If you’re arrested, you should first ask for a lawyer. You have the right to remain silent. You do not have to say anything about why you were stopped or what happened unless your attorney is present The police are required to give you this information: Your right to remain silent. This means that anything you say can and will be used against you in a court of law. Your right to talk with an attorney before speaking with the police or anyone else, and to have an attorney present during any questioning.

 

What should I do if someone has been arrested?

If someone you know has been arrested, the first thing you should do is tell them that they have a right to remain silent. This means that they don’t have to say anything to police officers or the prosecutor. They also have a right to talk with an attorney before they are questioned. The police may try to get them to answer questions without talking with an attorney first, but the person arrested should tell the police they wish to remain silent until after they speak to a lawyer. The police should end their questioning at this point and most will. Some won’t and unfortunately it will be up to you to remind them you are exercising your 5th Amendment right to remain silent.

 

What should I do if I am subpoenaed to testify in court?

If you are subpoenaed to testify in court, you must go. You may be held in contempt of court if you do not show up as ordered.

 

What is the difference between an arrest and an indictment?

An arrest is when a police officer takes you into custody, but has not yet charged you with any crime. An indictment is when a grand jury decides that there is enough evidence to charge you with a crime.

 

What does it mean if I am charged with “attempted” murder?

It means that you tried to kill someone, but did not actually succeed.

 

What happens if I am arrested for a crime and the charges are dropped?

If your case is dismissed without prejudice it may be charge again upon new evidence by the prosecutor or if the case is dismissed with prejudice you are not guilty of the crime and cannot be charged again.

 

What is the difference between a misdemeanor and a felony charge?

The difference between a misdemeanor and felony charge is the severity of the crime. Misdemeanors are usually less severe crimes such as petty theft, vandalism or assault. Felonies are more serious crimes such as murder, rape or drug trafficking.

 

What should I do if I am facing felony charges?

If you are facing felony charges, we highly recommend that you retain an attorney. A good criminal lawyer will be able to advise you of your rights and what can happen if the case goes to trial.

 

What should I do if I am facing misdemeanor charges?

If you are facing misdemeanor charges, we recommend that you contact the court and see what your options are for resolving the case. In some cases, you may be able to attend a class or community service in order to resolve the charges.

 

What is bail and how does it work?

Bail is money that you pay to the court so that you can be released from jail until your trial date. It is money that you pay the court to be released from jail and given to the court by a person accused of a crime in order to guarantee that he or she will appear for trial.. It can also mean a promise made by someone else, such as a family member or friend, to pay the court if you fail to appear for your trial. If someone else makes that promise and then fails to keep it, they may also be charged with a crime.

If you are accused of a crime, and have no criminal record, chances are that you will be released on your own recognizance. This means that you do not have to pay bail or bond, and the court will release you without requiring any money from you. If you have a criminal record, you may be required to pay bail or bond. If I am released on my own recognizance, what do I need to do? You should check in with the court on a regular basis to let them know of your current address or other demographic-type inform. If you are required to pay bail or bond, you will be given a date when you must appear in court and report back to the jail. You should make sure to appear on time and report back to the jail. If you fail to appear in court on your appointed date, a warrant will be issued for your arrest and you may be required to pay additional bail and sign a new bond.

 

What is bail bond?

A bail bond is money paid directly to the court by a bail bondsman in exchange for a defendant’s promise to appear for trial. Some states don’t allow bail bonds such as Wisconsin.

 

What is the difference between bail and bond?

Bail is money given directly to the court, while a bail bond is money given to a bondsman who then puts up the money for you.

 

What if I am not eligible for release on bail?

The judge will decide whether you should be released or held in custody until your next court date. If the judge decides that you should be held in custody, you may ask to have a bail hearing. The judge will decide whether or not you can be released on bail after the hearing.

 

What happens if I am not able to pay the bail?

If you cannot afford bail, you may be eligible for a court-appointed attorney who will work with you and your family to try to get you released from custody before your trial. Your attorney will also help you prepare a written request asking the judge to lower the amount of bail that is set for you. The judge will decide whether to lower your bail based on information in the request and other factors, such as how long you have lived in the community.

 

What happens if I miss my court date?

The judge will issue an order to have you arrested. If I am arrested, can I be released on bail? Yes. The judge will decide whether you are eligible for release and what conditions must be met before you are released.

You may be released on bail if you: have a job or are in school; have family who will take care of your kids while you are out on bail; and/or, have a place to live.

 

If my case has been dismissed, do I have to pay back the bail or the bond?

No.

 

How can I find out what is going on with my case?

You can ask to speak with your attorney or you can write a letter to him/her. The address is on the website, on his or her card or on any letters they may have sent you.

 

What is a pre-trial conference and why does it matter?

The pre-trial conference is an opportunity for you to tell the judge what happened and why you are not guilty of the crime. You can also ask your attorney questions about your case at this time.

 

What happens at a trial?

At the trial, you will have a chance to tell your side of the story. Your attorney will be there to help you and advise you about what is going

 

What is a trial date and how long will it take for my case to go to trial?

A trial date is when your case will be heard by a judge or jury. It can take anywhere from 6-20 months to get a trial date, depending on the court schedule and how busy they are.

 

How much time will I have to wait before my case is heard?

You should not have to wait more than a few days, but it could take weeks

 

What does it take to get on trial date in criminal court?

If you don’t have an attorney, you will probably be asked to come back for another hearing after your arrest. The following are some of the things that may delay your trial date: Your lawyer can’t get ready on time. The prosecutor needs more time to prepare for trial. Your lawyer and the prosecutor need more time to work out a plea agreement.

 

How long will I have to wait for trial?

You will have to wait until the judge sets a trial date. The prosecutor’s office and defense lawyer may agree on a trial date, or the judge could set one at your first court appearance. If you and the prosecutor agree on a trial date, be sure to get it in writing. If your case is not resolved by the trial date, either side can ask for more time or a new trial date.

 

Who decides if I’m guilty or not, judge or jury?

The judge decides whether you are guilty or not If you accept a plea offer. If the case goes to trial, a jury will decide if you are guilty. The prosecutor will present evidence and witnesses on his/her behalf. You will have the opportunity to present evidence and witnesses on your behalf. The jury decides whether you are guilty or not.

 

What happens if I’m found guilty?

If you are found guilty, the judge will decide your sentence. The prosecutor and defense lawyer can make recommendations to the judge about what kind of punishment you should get. A judge cannot give you a harsher sentence than the prosecutor or defense lawyer recommended. The judge can give you a lighter sentence than the prosecutor or defense lawyer recommends, but cannot give you a harsher one. If you are found guilty of a misdemeanor, the judge could sentence you to a fine and up to one year in jail. If you are found guilty of a felony, the judge could sentence you to a fine and between two years and life in prison. The judge could also give you a combination of these sentences, such as a fine and probation or a fine and community service. Judges are not required to follow the recommendations of the prosecutor or defense lawyer. Judges are free to sentence you to a different punishment than they recommend, or to no punishment at all.

 

What happens if you don’t get a trial date within 30 days?

If your case is not set for trial within the next 30 days, you should contact an attorney or go to the courthouse and talk to the prosecutor if you are not being represented by an attorney. If you are being represented by an attorney, everyone in the courthouse will tell you to talk to them. They have to because of ethical rules. If you don’t get a trial date within 30 days, your case may be dismissed.

 

What is a “no contest” plea?

It means that you are admitting guilt without admitting fault or liability. In other words, you are pleading guilty without admitting that you did anything wrong.

 

What is a “diversion” program?

It means that instead of being charged with a crime, you are placed in a special program to help you. You must complete the program and any other special conditions that the court gives you. If you complete the program, your case will be dismissed (meaning it never happened).

If I am arrested for a crime and then released on bail, will I have to go back to jail if I do not show up for my court date? No. If you are arrested and released on bail, you must return to court when your case is called. If you do not show up, the court will issue a warrant for your arrest.

 

What if I cannot afford to pay my court fines and costs?

If you do not have enough money to pay your court fines and costs, the judge may allow you a payment plan or community service. The judge may also lower the fines and costs if you cannot pay them all at once.

 

Can a lawyer help me with an appeal if I am convicted?

Yes, a lawyer can help you with an appeal.

 

How much time will I have at the sentencing hearing after I am convicted of a crime?

The judge will tell you the sentence at your sentencing hearing. The law sets a range of sentences for each crime and the judge decides what sentence to give based on the facts of your case, how you plead, and the judge’s opinion.

 

What if I am not happy with my sentence?

If you are not happy with your sentence, you can ask for a new trial. If the judge does not agree to give you another trial, then after one year from your sentencing hearing date or from the date you are released from prison, whichever is later, you can ask the court to reduce your sentence. You have a right to appeal your case. An appellate court will review your trial record and decide if the judge made any mistakes. If you are not happy with the appellate court’s decision, you can ask for a new trial in front of another jury.

 

What if I am not happy with my probation or parole officer?

You can write a letter to the judge who sentenced you. The court will send your complaint to the probation or parole officer’s supervisor. If you are not happy with the response, you can ask for a hearing before a judge.

 

If I am released from prison, can I get a job?

You will have to find a job before you are released from prison. The state or county where you live may have rules about what jobs you can do and

 

 

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Flexible Payment Plans

  • We realize you’re not sitting on tons of cash just waiting to give it to an attorney. Incidents pop up in life just at the wrong time inevitably.  You’ve got better places and causes to put your money.  Check out our easy payment plan terms first to help you get the attorney you want at a price you can afford.

 

Local Court and District Attorney Familiarity

  • Your attorney will stick to representing clients in one or two counties.  Knowing the undisclosed “pet peeves” of the judges and district attorneys is critical to a successful outcome in your case.  Was the judge, district attorney and/or their family or friends personally touched by a similar crime recently?  Your attorney better know. Also your attorney better know the local rules and procedures of the court.  I don’t care how well he or she did a couple years ago on that crime on TV, whatever they do (or don’t do) on your case right now is the only thing that matters.

 

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  • When you have a quick question, don’t go with a law firm employing paralegals.  We take pride in the fact that all of us our licensed attorneys with knowledge and experience in criminal law. If your attorney is busy and you have a general question Attorney Mark Mullen can probably help you out.

 

We Offer Criminal Defense Services In The Following Areas:

– Drug Crimes

– Sexual Assault

– Disorderly Crimes

– Theft & Property Crimes

– Violence Crimes

– Probation & Parole Revocations

– Criminal Appeals

AREAS CURRENTLY SERVED:

* Chippewa Falls and All Locations in Chippewa County, Wisconsin

* Eau Claire and All Locations in Eau Claire County, Wisconsin

* Menomonie and All Locations in Dunn County, Wisconsin

* Rice Lake and All Locations in Barron County, Wisconsin

 

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