On behalf of Kosnett Law Firm posted in Dui on Thursday, December 29, 2022.
If you were pulled over for a DUI during this holiday season, you definitely were not the only one. It is a well-documented fact that DUI arrests spike during the holidays, and it does not take a genius to figure out why. With people taking time off work, more cars are on the road. Many are driving long distances to be with family members, while some are engaging in some last-minute, frantic holiday shopping. Still, others are enjoying beautiful feasts during this period and perhaps a few too many drinks.…
On behalf of Kosnett Law Firm posted in Arrest Record on Thursday, December 15, 2022.
Thanks to new steps taken by Governor Newsom, sealing your arrest record is now easier than ever in California. But that does not necessarily mean that the process is straightforward. If you have a criminal record, you may now have the chance to seal your record, clear your name, and approach the rest of your life with a renewed sense of dignity and opportunity. It may now be easier to obtain reliable housing, gain meaningful employment, and enjoy many other rights that your criminal record previously impeded. If you are…
On behalf of Kosnett Law Firm posted in Counterfeiting & Legal Penalties on Tuesday, November 29, 2022.
The history of counterfeiting goes back to humanity’s most ancient societies. As soon as we started bartering and paying each other with currency, shrewd criminals created counterfeit money and cheap, knock-off items. Whether it is a fake gold coin or a counterfeit bill, the basic concept remains the same: Create an item convincing enough to pass for the real thing – then escape with real valuables in exchange. It might seem like a very simple crime, but the consequences can be tremendous. In California and throughout the entire nation, counterfeiters…
On behalf of Kosnett Law Firm posted in Prostitution on Tuesday, November 15, 2022.
Los Angeles is clearly a place with an active sex worker economy. The only problem is that prostitution is illegal in Los Angeles and throughout California. Whether you are a customer or a sex worker, you could face serious legal consequences if you engage in these acts. But if you were visiting Los Angeles for the first time, you might assume that the sex trade is entirely unregulated in the city. After all, there are certain streets and neighborhoods where sex workers freely offer their services with seemingly no fear…
On behalf of Kosnett Law Firm posted in Prostitution on Saturday, October 29, 2022.
At the Kosnett Law Firm, our Los Angeles criminal defense attorneys know that being arrested for solicitation or prostitution in California comes with multiple consequences. In some cases, the embarrassment alone can be overwhelming. Then, the worry of who can see the arrest details, and whether they are made public. This can be exceedingly devastating from both a personal and professional standpoint. Finally, if you are convicted of this crime, it will remain on your record going forward. The thought of this can bring significant anxiety and stress, knowing that…
On behalf of Kosnett Law Firm posted in Criminal Defense on Saturday, October 15, 2022.
At the Kosnett Law Firm, we understand that asking a Los Angeles criminal defense attorney whether you need a criminal defense lawyer seems as though it will be answered with a biased response. The reality is, just because you do not have a criminal record — and this is your first arrest — does not mean it will not impact your future in profoundly serious ways. For starters, if you are convicted — whether it is a misdemeanor or felony — you will have a criminal record going forward. Here…
On behalf of Kosnett Law Firm posted in Gun Crime on Thursday, September 29, 2022.
At the Kosnett Law Firm, our Los Angeles criminal defense attorneys know that California has some of the nation’s strictest gun laws, which limit how gun permits are issued, and when and where our residents can carry guns. Our Los Angeles County firearms defense lawyers also know that there are multiple tactics people use to circumvent our state’s stringent gun laws. That may include those who are violating state and federal laws that make it unlawful for certain persons to own and/or possess firearms. Firearm-prohibiting categories may include those who have been convicted of…
On behalf of Kosnett Law Firm posted in Criminal Defense on Thursday, September 15, 2022.
At the Kosnett Law Firm, our Los Angeles criminal defense attorneys know that there are multiple ways a defendant can hurt his or her case after a California arrest. Unfortunately, they may not know they are doing it, which can come as a surprise when the prosecutor decides to proceed with their case because the defendant’s mistakes have helped build their case. Here, our Los Angeles County defense lawyers offer some advice to help minimize the damages from your arrest. Do Not Post About Your Arrest on Social Media If you were arrested…
On behalf of Kosnett Law Firm posted in Criminal Defense on Monday, August 29, 2022.
Our Los Angeles criminal defense attorneys at Kosnett Law Firm understand there is significant confusion regarding warrants in California. Specifically, the uncertainty regarding why they are issued, and what they do or allow once they are. For general purposes, a warrant is the result of a court order signed by a judge that allows or directs law enforcement to take some type of action. The most common types of warrants in California include: Alias Warrants Arrest Warrants Bench Warrants Extradition Warrants Search Warrants Our criminal defense lawyers in Los Angeles…
On behalf of Kosnett Law Firm posted in Criminal Defense on Monday, August 15, 2022.
At the Kosnett Law Firm, our Los Angeles criminal defense attorneys know there are two initial factors the courts will consider when evaluating criminal charges in California. First, the crime itself, meaning what did the accused do? Then, his or her intent, meaning what was this person thinking when the alleged crime took place? Criminal intent is often required to get a conviction in some cases. Without it, the case may not meet the sufficient legal threshold to move forward with a conviction in a specific legal category. Here, our Los…
