If you or a loved one is facing a legal issue, understanding the differences between felonies and misdemeanors is crucial. The largest being the lesser charge of misdemeanor is oftentimes much easier to successfully defend against or get dismissed altogether. More can be learned by visiting the Spodek Law Group.
Here are 5 typical misdemeanors that a qualified, experienced legal representative can usually help you with:
Theft of Services
The most common examples of this category include failing to pay for a cab and skipping out on a restaurant or bar tab. This doesn’t have to be intentional, either.
You may have misplaced your money and/or credit card before you got in the cab. You might have received poor service or low-quality food at a restaurant and felt justified in not paying. Regardless, if the police are called, it often ends up with you being arrested.
Domestic Violence or Assault
This type of crime has to include certain criteria, as well as have some form of credible documentation. Having a proper investigation into said documents is a key part of the defense strategy at firms like the Spodek Law Group. You may be charged with domestic violence or assault if you have allegedly committed any of the following:
- Physical attacks
- Ongoing verbal abuse
- Threats against minors
- Rape
- Participated in a non-consensual open, adulterous relationship
Theft and Larceny
This term misdemeanor has a broad definition and can be something minor such as stealing a wallet or purse, as well as something as large as an automobile. Obviously, there is an equally wide range of punishments for theft/larceny.
Bench Arrest Warrants
These are the most common types of tickets that the legal professionals at Spodek Law Group deal with. These are issued when there has been some type of violation against the court. It could be anything from failure to appear for a traffic ticket to not paying court fines.
While these won’t lead to the police coming directly to arrest you, it does put your name in a statewide database. Once you are listed, any interaction with a law enforcement officer will lead to your arrest.
Red Light Camera Tickets
Even though you are photographed by a traffic camera, it doesn’t necessarily mean that you will get convicted of a violation. Sometimes it can even be a technical malfunction. There also needs to be clear evidence that you were the one driving.
It is also important to know whether your state treats red light tickets like parking tickets or moving violations. That’s where professionals such as the Spodek Law Group prove to be invaluable.
Spodek Law Group Can Help
If you are charged or even being investigated for these or other misdemeanors, doesn’t it make sense to get an expert on your side? Don’t let yourself get punished for something that you may not be legally responsible for. When it comes to criminal defense; you want one of the best firms around.
