Appeals Court Allows Man to Withdraw Guilty Plea After Lawyer Failed to Explain Immigration Consequences
Appeals Court Allows Man to Withdraw Guilty Plea After Lawyer Failed to Explain Immigration Consequences At Wallin & Klarich, we know how devastating it can be when a guilty plea leads to unexpected immigration consequences. Recently, a man won his appeal after the court found that his original attorney failed to properly advise him about the risk of deportation before pleading guilty to a felony. Our experienced criminal defense attorneys…
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It May Not Be Too Late to Appeal Your Criminal Conviction
It May Not Be Too Late to Appeal Your Criminal Conviction At Wallin & Klarich, we’ve represented thousands of clients who feared their criminal case was over after a conviction. Many of them asked: Is it too late to appeal? The truth is, as the recent reversal in the Etan Patz case shows—sometimes, it’s not too late at all. Our experienced criminal defense attorneys at Wallin & Klarich can guide…
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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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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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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…
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How Newly Discovered Evidence Can Be Raised While Your Case Is On Appeal
How Newly Discovered Evidence Can Be Raised While Your Case Is On Appeal Let’s say you are a defendant in a criminal case. You believe the charges against you are wrong, the allegations are false, and you proceed to a jury trial to prove your innocence. You are hoping for the best, but prepared for the worst. Your attorney presents evidence and you might even choose to testify on your…
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Is it Too Late to Appeal My Conviction?
Is it Too Late to Appeal My Conviction? Being convicted of a crime could be devastating. You could lose your job, your home, and worst of all, your freedom. You could be separated from friends and family for many years. After a conviction, it is easy to think that there is nothing more you can do in your case. However, you should not give up on your case. You have…
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