Orange County Criminal Lawyer Blog

IRVINE, Orange County - According to Orange County Register that violent crime in Irvine has increased 42 percent in 2009. However, Irvine still remains as the safest city nationwide. The report also lists Fullerton with violent crime increase of 40 percent, and Costa Mesa crime increases by 18 percent.

The statistics showed that Irvine has been holding the title of the safest city nationwide for five years. The crimes reported increased in Irvine include crimes such as white collar crimes, murder, homicide, assault and battery, grand theft, shoplifting, domestic violence, rape, robbery, aggravated assault, fraud and embezzlement and others.
The report also shows that there is a drop of crimes in Orange County cities including Newport Beach, Santa Ana, Orange, Garden Grove, Anaheim, Huntington Beach, and Westminster.

Irvine criminal defense attorneys at Law Offices of Michael L. Guisti have the knowledge and skills in both state and federal cases. Our Orange County criminal attorney have many years of experiences defending individuals who have been charged with crimes or under the state and federal criminal investigations.

If you or someone you love have been charged with murder, homicide, white collar crime, fraud or felony grand theft in Irvine, Newport Beach, Fullerton, Huntington Beach, Santa Ana, or anywhere in Orange County, Los Angeles, you should contact our experienced Orange County criminal defense attorney and Southern California criminal defense attorney at Law Offices of Michael L. Guisti immediately to protect your rights at 714-530-9690 or visit us at www.topcalifornialawyer.com.

Orange County Register reports that a Los Angeles drunk driver who killed two young Rancho Cucamonga women Saturday in La Verne was charged with murder. Alan Michael McConnell, of Covina, was charged with two murder counts on Tuesday. He was also charged with driving while intoxicated, hit-and-run and driving on a suspended license. McConnell crashed into another car and fled the scene. One woman was killed at the scene and the other seriously injured.

Due to the prior felony drunk driving conviction, McConnell was charged with murder this time instead of vehicular manslaughter. It is clear that the prior convictions on McConnell didn't change his driving behavior. After the previous convictions, he should have learnt that it is dangerous on the road when he was driving behind the wheels while intoxicated or drunk. However, he chose to do it again and again.

After he got convicted in Orange County, he got on the road and arrested for the same drunk driving offense the following weekend. While awaiting arraignment for that arrest, he crashed a car, allegedly while intoxicated, and two young women died.

Under California law, felony count of DUI or drunk driving is a serious criminal charge. In Southern California, if someone had prior felony convictions or a penalty enhancement or bodily injury, he can be charged with felony DUI. A felony DUI driving conviction carries serious consequences: prison time, a heavy fine, and suspension of driver's license. if you or someone you know has been charged with murder, DUI or any crimes, you need to contact an experienced Orange County DUI attorney immediately.

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Santa Ana, Orange County - A Santa Ana man who was convicted of first degree murder in 2008 was granted a new trial today. Ruben Oliveros, of Santa Ana, was facing life in prison without the possibility of parole. An Orange county criminal defense attorney brought up a motion for a new trial and stated that the defendant may not have been at the crime scene. The Judge granted a new trial because it seems that there is strong evidence that a jury could give a different verdict.

Co-defendant, Charcas-Fernandez, has pleaded guilty to involuntary manslaughter in this case. Aurelio Saldivar, another defendant, was also convicted of murder in the case.

Under California law, murder is one of the most serious crimes. Under California penal code section PC 187, murder is defined as causing the death of another person with the presence of malice aforethought. The punishment is severe, if convicted the accused can get 25 to life in prison. It has life-altering consequences. If you or someone you care has been arrested for murder, you need to speak to an experienced Southern California criminal defense attorney immediately.

Whether it is in Los Angeles, Beverly Hills, Pasadena, Orange County, Santa Ana, Fullerton, Huntington Beach, Irvine, Tustin, Newport Beach or anywhere in Southern California, if one is convicted of a first-degree or second-degree murder charge, he could face prison time for the rest of his life.

The first- degree murder and second-degree murder are considered as the willful killing of another person. A first-degree murder can carry a minimum 25 years in prison, and second-degree murder is minimum of 15 years. It could be a sentense for life in prison depends on the circumstances.

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SANTA ANA, Orange County - A disbarred Orange County attorney and his two business partners in the loan modification business were charged with a felony count of conspiracy for committing fraud, grand theft and felony counts of grand theft by false pretense. Christopher Lee Diener, Stefano Joseph Marrero, and Terrence Green Sr., of Ladera Ranch, were arrested today for the grand theft and white collar crimes in defrauding over 400 homeowners. The business was under the name of Home Relief Services LLC and US Loan Mod Processing and Diener Law Firm. The business provided service to people who need loan modification and facing home foreclosures.

Under California criminal law, white collar crime, grand theft are very serious crimes. Under California Penal Code Section PC 487, Grand theft is defined as the unlawful taking someone else's money or property valued above $400. Theft crimes are serious offenses and it carries severe penalties. It can be charged as misdemeanor or felony, depending on the severity of the case, circumstances of the case and prior criminal records.
And the punishment for the felony white collar crimes are severe. If convicted, they could be sentenced to 70 years in prison. They could also face sentencing enhancements for white-collar crime and excessive taking.

If you're charged with a California felony theft crime, you need to consult wit an experienced Orange County Criminal defense attorney or Southern California Theft crime defense lawyer immediately. A highly qualified attorney can help you avoid jail, minimize the penalties and achieve favorable outcome of your case.

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According to Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles man Rodney Alcala is facing murder charges for the murders of four Los Angeles women who were sexually assaulted, beaten and strangled 2 years before the death of another woman Samsoe.of Huntington Beach,

12 year old Huntington Beach girl Robin Samsoe disappeared from the beach after she and her friend were asked by a man if he could take their picture. The friend accompanying Samsoe to the beach that day, later identified Rodney James Alcala as the man who took their picture. Alcala was twice convicted for the murder of Samsoe, but those convictions were reversed on appeal due to evidence improperly allowed into evidence. During Alcala's second appeal from his second conviction in 2001, DNA evidence was discovered by LA County Investigators. Alcala pleaded not guilty to the charges.

As stated in California Penal Code Section 187: murder is an act that results in the death of another human being, while California Penal Code Section 189: states 1st Degree Homicide is murder due to some form of deliberation and premeditation. While no DNA evidence was found in the Samsoe case, it appears the DNA evidence found from the victims prior to the death of Samsoe will be enough to hold Alcala accountable for murder. Because Alcala is facing multiple murder charges, the possibility of spending the rest of his life behind bars is certainly a possibility.

Under California criminal law, Homicide cases tend to be extremely complex. If you or someone you know has been arrested or under investigated for murder, homicide or manslaughter, it is imperative that you need to seek a strong legal representation from an experienced Southern California criminal defense attorney to protect your rights.

At Law offices of Michael L Guisti, our Los Angelels Criminal defense attonrey Michael L. Guisti has accumulated a wealth of knowledge about how to craft effective murder / homicide defenses over the past decade. Mr. Guisti has successful represented many criminal defendants charged with murder, felony sex crimes, assault and battery, felony violent crimes, as well as those facing capital crimes to avoid the death penalty.

To further discuss your felony criminal charges, murder crimes, please contact our Southern California criminal attorneys at Law Offices of Michael L. Guisti at 714-530-9690 or visit us at www.topcalifornialawyer.com.

Orange Couny Register reports that on July 14, 2009, at approximately 2:00am, while walking home the victim noticed 3 unknown persons tagging a wall. The victim shouted to the perpetrators to stop and was subsequently followed by all 5 unknown persons to the southwest corner of McFadden Avenue and Maple Street where he was allegedly surrounded by the 5 individuals and beaten and stabbed. Brothers, Alejandro Duran and Nicolas Duran admitted they were involved in the assault and stabbed the victim twice in the abdomen. A third suspect; a juvenile, Manola Mauricio, stated he was present during the assault and given credit for serving over 200 days in custody; plus three years probation.

As stated in California Penal Code Section 245 (a) (1): Any person who commits an assault upon the person of another with a deadly weapon or instrument other than a firearm or by any means of force likely to produce great bodily injury shall be punished by imprisonment in the state prison for two, three, or four years, or in a county jail for not exceeding one year, or by a fine not exceeding ten thousand dollars ($10,000), or by both the fine and imprisonment. The actions of the Duran brothers fall under this particular code due to the fact that during the beating or assault upon the victim, defendants used a deadly weapon and in this case it was a knife. Nicolas Duran already had two previous violent felonies on record against him. This could very well mean he may face his third strike. If you or someone you know has been charged with assault and battery either misdemeanor or felony charges, you need to seek the legal console of an experienced Orange County criminal defense attorney or Southern California Assault and Battery Attorney for a quality representation.

At Law offices of Michael L. Guisti, our Orange County criminal defense attorneys have extended experience in criminal case in both state and federal court and has handled hundreds of Assault and Battery cases with a successful track record in Orange County, Los Angeles, San Diego, San Bernardino and Riverside.. Please call us at 714-530-9690 or visit us at www.topcalifornialawyer.com

TUSTIN, Orange County - Four Orange County men were arrested Tuesday for the murder of a Tustin teen who was shot to death on Sun at a house party in Tustin. On Tuesday, Nhem, Pablo Kachirisky Steven Kao, and David Escobar have been arrested and were charged with felony counts of terrorism and murder, with sentencing enhancements.

The enhancements are murder involves a criminal street gang activity, or a firearm which caused the death of another person. Santa Ana man John Saway and Sarith Yin have been arrested for the murder charges. Anaheim resident Belinda Vu, 19, was also arrested Tuesday, but has since been released and no charges are being filed.

Los Angeles - The body of an 84 year old woman was found in her home, a victim of sexual assault, robbery and murder, the Anaheim police reported Sunday. The woman's car had been found in a San Bernardino County grocery store. The suspect, 25 year old Anthony Wade of Los Angeles, allegedly tried to use the victim's stolen credit card when he was apprehended after he became agitated when the clerk would not accept the credit card.

The police went to the home of the victim, Bessie Whyman, to see if she knew the whereabouts of her car and to check on her welfare when her naked body was discovered in the living room of her home. Wade, was transferred to an Anaheim detention center and is expected to be arraigned on charges of first degree felony murder, robbery and sexual assault.

Under California Penal Code Section 187, murder defined as unlawful killing of another human being with the intent of malice. Murder is one of the most aggressively prosecuted crimes among all crimes and the punishment for murder is harsh. If a person is convicted of murder, it can carry a sentence of 25 years to life in prison depending upon the severity and degree of murder. If you or someone you care has been arrested for murder in Orange County, Los Angeles, San Diego, Riverside or San Bernardino, it is imperative to retain an experienced Southern California Criminal Defense Attorney to represent you. Our attorneys handled hundreds of criminal cases in both state and federal courts.

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Fullerton, Orange County - A Fullerton man, Gideon Omondi, who was convicted of first-degree murder and attempted murder in 2006, was sentenced to 25 years to life in prison yesterday. Omondi killed his 4-year-old son in the bathtub at his Fullerton Appartment in September, 2006 in order to avoid paying child support. Orange County social workers had been contacted about possible child abuse before his son was killed.

Omondi was a Kenyan student studying at Cal State Fullerton in 2004. Omondi and his wife was divorced and shared custody of their son. On Sunday night in September 2006, he drowned his son Richie. He drove to the Fullerton police station and confessed to the Fullerton police. He pleaded not guilty by reason of insanity, but he was found to be sane in court.

Under California law, under California Penal Code section 187, murder is an act that results in the death of another human being. There are several factors involve homicide. Homicide include: 1st degree Murder: under California Penal Code section 189, defined as murder committed after deliberation and premeditation. Those murders not qualify for first-degree murder are usually considered as second-degree murder. Voluntary Manslaughter: The intentional killing of a human being, when the defendant had no prior intent to kill. Vehicular Manslaughter: Under California Penal Code Section 191 and Penal Code Section 192, Gross Vehicular manslaughter defines as causing the death of another person due to illegal driving, including negligence, DUI, drunk driving or reckless driving.

In California, Murder crime is one of the most serious crimes of all the violent crimes. The punishment is very harsh. If convicted of first degree murder, the defendant is usually sentenced to 25 years to life in prison. When the murder crime involves firearm or any other felony, the sentence could be enhanced by 3 to 10 years.

Whether it is a first degree murder, second degree murder, attempted murder, or a vehicular manslaughter, you should consult a strong Orange County criminal defense attorney or a skilled Los Angeles Criminal Attorney to help you immediately. The experienced Southern California criminal defense attorneys at the Law Offices of Michael L. Guisti will review your case and discuss the options with you to ensure your rights are protected. We will do everything we can to protect you and keep you out of jail.

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ORANGE, Orange County - A Garden Grove minivan driver, Yonic Patino, was arrested for DUI / driving under the influence which caused injuries of more than 10 people from the Orange County bus in a fetal crash with a sedan.

Patino, is facing charges of felony DUI and driving on a suspended license. He is expected to be taken to the Orange County jail. The Orange County court records shows that Patino had several prior criminal records, including DUI conviction (driving under the influence conviction), hit and run in 2008 and domestic violence charges in 2009. He also has record of driving without a license, and possession of alcohol in 2007. He was on probation for DUI.

DUI is also called driving under the influence, or driving while intoxicated. In Orange County, if it is a first DUI offense or second DUI without any injury or property damage, the drunk driver is usually charged with misdemeanor DUI . However, when the drunk driver had prior DUI felony convictions or DUI injury, he is usually charged with felony DUI. The punishment for a felony DUI is very serious. It could carry long term of prison time and large fine.

If you or someone you know has been charged with DUI in Orange County, California, whether it is in Newport Beach, Fullerton, Huntington Beach, Santa Ana, Westminster or Anaheim, it it is extremely important to have an experienced Orange County DUI attorney to represent you. Our experienced DUI attorney handle both misdemeanor DUI and feloney DUI cases.

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Los Angeles - The body of an 84 year old woman was found in her home, a victim of sexual assault, robbery and murder, the Anaheim police reported Sunday. The woman's car had been found in a San Bernardino County grocery store. The suspect, 25 year old Anthony Wade of Los Angeles, allegedly tried to use the victim's stolen credit card when he was apprehended after he became agitated when the clerk would not accept the credit card.

The police went to the home of the victim, Bessie Whyman, to see if she knew the whereabouts of her car and to check on her welfare when her naked body was discovered in the living room of her home. Wade, was transferred to an Anaheim detention center and is expected to be arraigned on charges of first degree felony murder, robbery and sexual assault.

Under California Penal Code Section 187, murder defined as unlawful killing of another human being with the intent of malice. Murder is one of the most aggressively prosecuted crimes among all crimes and the punishment for murder is harsh. If a person is convicted of murder, it can carry a sentence of 25 years to life in prison depending upon the severity and degree of murder. If you or someone you care has been arrested for murder in Orange County, Los Angeles, San Diego, Riverside or San Bernardino, it is imperative to retain an experienced Southern California Criminal Defense Attorney to represent you. Our attorneys handled hundreds of criminal cases in both state and federal courts.

HUNTINGTON BEACH, Orange County - An Orange County high-profile homicide prosecutor was arrested on Christmas day. David Brent and his wife, Roshawn were arrested for domestic violence.

Mr. Brent fought with and punched Roshawn's face. Allegedly, the fight began over a gift. Scared, she called 911. Mr. Brent fled the scene. Both David Brent and his wife were arrested for corporal injury on a spouse. They were transported to Huntington Beach jail. They currently face felony domestic violence charges.

Both parties are charged with California Penal Code Section 273.5 (willful infliction of corporal injury). California law defines a spouse as a former spouse, cohabitant, and the mother or father of a child. Corporal injury refers to a wound, either internal or external caused by serious force. The wound can be of a minor or serious nature.

If this is Mr. Brent's first felony the penalties range from prison, county jail, to a fine. Mr. Brent's maximum prison sentence would be four years. If sentenced to county jail, time served would be less than a year. In rare cases, a fine, up to $6,000 would be paid.

If you or your loved ones have been charged or arrested for domestic violence, assault and battery, or related felonies and/or misdemeanors in California you need legal consultation from an experienced and knowledgeable Orange County criminal defense attorney to protect your rights and freedom.

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Los Angeles, California - Orange County register reports that the CEO of Homestore Inc, has pleaded guilty for committing stock fraud and white collar crimes on Tuesday. Stuart Wolff, the CEO and chairman of the real estate listing firm is sentenced in April for investment and securities fraud. He is facing up to five years in prison. There are also 11 other defendants involved in this case.

In 2001, the News broke that the Homestore was under the federal investigation for its fraudulent accounting practices. It caused company's stock price plummeted and the investors lost over $100 million dollars. Wolff was convicted in 2006 of over 12 charges for white collar crimes and fraud scheme. He was sentenced to 15 years in prison.

In Caifornia, White Collar crime is usually committed by professionals, such as CEO, corporate executive, professionals, doctors and public officials. White collar crimes usually involve fraud and theft for the purpose of obtaining money.

Under California law, white collar crimes are one of the most aggressively prosecuted crimes by the federal government. It is extremely important that you have an experienced California Criminal Defense attorney to work by your side in both state and federal court.

If you or someone you know have been charged with fraud or white collar crime, the punishment can be very serious. If convicted, the consequences for a white collar can be severe, include lengthy prison time, large amount of restitution, professional license issue, Professional Reputation. A white collar crime charge can damage one's profession and career for life. There are different type of white collar crimes, such as : Bank Fraud, Credit Card Fraud, Health Care Fraud, Medicare fraud, Medical fraud, Extortion, Embezzlement, Identity Theft, Insurance Fraud, Securities Fraud. If you are a professional or an executive who have been charged with white collar crimes or fraud crimes, you need to consult with an experienced Southern California criminal defense attorney immediately to ensure your rights are protected.

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Orange County, California - There were 15 theft and burglary cases reported in Orange County, Los Angeles, Riverside. Three Los Angeles men were arrested for the theft case on Dec. 29. A sting has been set up in Mission Viejo, and three men followed an undercover police and broke into his car and stole his computer.

The three men, Garzon David, Louis Lopez, and John Rodriguez have been charged with felony counts of burglary and grand theft. They have been charged with 28 counts of second-degree burglary, unlawful tampering of a vehicle and grand theft.

Authorities of Orange County will further investigate the case and work with Los Angeles for this large theft ring. Police in Orange County has been noted of more theft and burglary cases at the holiday season. Newport Beach, Costa Mesa, Irvine and Orange County have reported the similar crimes during the holiday.

Garden Grove, Orange County - A Huntington Beach man has been arrested this morning by GARDEN GROVE Police for DUI caused crash. He was driving under the influence during the accident which killed 22-year-old passenger. The driver was driving intoxicated and is facing charges of felony vehicular manslaughter and driving under the influence.

The drunk driving driver, Vicente Garcia, was arrested on suspicion of felony driving under the influence (felony DUI), vehicular manslaughter and driving without a driver's license, according to Garden Grove Police Department. After the accident happened, they were sent to the hospital for treatment. The passenger was announced dead in Orange hospital. The DUI drunk driver was taken to the Orange County Jail.

IRVINE, Orange County - Pasadena policeman raided a few apartments in Pasadena and Irvine on Dec. 16. Several prostitutes have been arrested. Police also found $10,000 in cash, jewelry and three cars. The four women have been charged with misdemeanor prostitution.

Temple City man and woman, Thanh Ly and Li Chen, have been arrested on operating millions of dollar prostitution business from upscale apartments in Irvine and Pasadena. Both of them have been charged with felony pimping and pandering.

California Penal Code Section 647(b) Prostitution and Solicitation, it includes solicitation, or exchanging sexual services for money. The penalties for prostitution and solicitation are severe, depending on the circumstances of the charge. It can carry harsh punishment, including jail time, probation and fines. If the accused has a prior conviction, the prosecution typically seeks increased jail time. According to California Penal code Section 647(b), Prostitution and Solicitation, prostitution" includes any lewd act between persons for money or other consideration.

If any of the four women is found to have two to three prior prostitution offenses, and were found guilty, they could possibly face up at least 90 days in the County Jail.

If you or someone you know has been charged with prostitution, pimping or pandering, sex crimes, you need to consult the experienced Orange County criminal defense attorney from Law Offices of Michael L. Guisti, one of the sharpest criminal attorneys in Orange County with many years of experience in misdemeanor and felony proceedings. Our criminal attorneys handle cases throught Southern California, in Orange County, Los Angeles, Riverside, San Bernardino and San Diego. To further discuss your criminal case with our skilled criminal defense attorney, please contact us at 714-530-9690 or visit us at www.topcalifornialawyer.com

HUNTINGTON BEACH - David Brent, of Huntington Beach, was arrested on Christmas for domestic violence. He is an Orange County high-profile homicide prosecutor. His wife, Roshawn, also was also arrested for domestic violent in the fight over a gift. They are facing felony domestic violence charges.

Brent, a head of homicide unit at the Orange County District Attorney's office, fought with his wife and punched his wife in the face. She called 911 for the domestic violence. David Brent fled the scene. Both David Brent and his wife were arrested for corporal injury on a spouse and were taken to the Huntington Beach Jail.

Los Angeles, California -The victim, Jesse Valencia, of Los Angeles, was shot Friday afternoon as he played with a remote control. According to the LA County District Attorney's Office, Richard Joseph Gomez (21) and Matthew Loza (20) were each charged with one count of murder.

The complaint alleges Loza used a .30 rifle to commit the crime. It also charges Gomez as an accessory. Purportedly, Gomez tried to hide Loza so he would not be arrested.

At this point, police have not stated whether the shooting was an accident or intentional. This case is still under investigation.

Under California Penal Code 187 murder is the "unlawful killing of a human being, or a fetus with malice aforethought". In a murder case, establishing intent is pivotal to the outcome. First-degree murder is a killing that is premeditated and willful. Second-degree murder is neither intentional nor planned, usually referred to as a "heat of passion" act. Under California law, prison terms for this crime are extremely harsh. Prison terms range from 25 years to life.

The defense is built on the severity of the crime, evidence (murder weapon) booked by the police, and intent (first-degree or second-degree murder).

Given the seriousness of this crime, if you or someone you care for has been charged with murder, homicide, or manslaughter, a strong defense is crucial. Consulting an experienced Los Angeles criminal defense attorney is crucial. Our Southern California criminal defense attorneys handle both serious felony cases and misdemeanor cases in both state and federal court. At the Law Offices of Michael Guisti, where hundreds of criminal cases have been handled, experienced criminal attorneys will work to have your charges reduced or to have your case dismissed.

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According Orange County Register that there were 20 reported death due to the traffic accidents in California during the New Year's holiday. The drunken-driving arrests number increased over 30 percent in California, however, the deaths were not all caused by DUI or driving under the influence. California highway patrol had 898 arrests for DUI arrest and driving under the influence on New Year's Eve. .

Under Cal. VEH. Code § 23153. . . . ." It is unlawful for any person, while under the influence of any alcoholic beverage . . . . to drive a vehicle and concurrently do any act forbidden by law, or neglect any duty imposed by law in driving the vehicle," which act could result in bodily injury to another person.

The drunk driving or DUI did not result in any deaths over New Year's, but the number of incidences of drunk driving rose over 30%. The DUI or DWI charge can be considered a misdemeanor or felony, depending on circumstances. A hit-and-run injury DWI might be a felony, for instance; whereas a first time no-harm-done DUI might be a misdemeanor.

The Orange County DUI attorneys at the law offices of Michael L. Guisti have provided DUI defenses for clients for over two decades in both felony DUI and misdemeanor drunk driving. At Law Offices of Michael L. Guisti, our criminal defense attorneys have built excellent reputations and respects from judges and prosecutors at Orange County courts, including Newport Beach (harbor justice center); Fullerton court (North Justice center), Santa Ana court (Central Justice Center); Westminster court (West Justice Center), Huntington Beach, Irvine, Tustin area as well.

At Law Offices of Michael L. Guisti, we have deep knowledge in California DUI law and resources and experience in the defense of your DUI cases. Our Attorneys understand how the court system works, what alternative sentencing options are, and how and when to petition the court to get the best responses for our clients.

If you or someone you care has been charged with DUI, drunk driving, driving under the influence, driving while intoxicated, you need to seek the legal console of an experienced and aggressive Orange County DUI defense attorney at Law Offices of Michael L. Guisti immediately. Please contact us at 714-530-9690 or visit us at www.topcalifornialawyer.com.

SANTA ANA, Orange County - A San Juan Capistrano man, Jeffrey Butler, was convicted of 700 felony counts of white collar crime, grand theft and investment fraud for stealing from elderly investors. He bilked 124 investors of over $11 million through a Ponzi scheme. He was sentenced to 90 years and eight months in prison. The trial was the longest trial in Orange County.

Butler worked with elderly clients on their wills and trusts and offered them unrealistic investment returns. He stole $11.4 million through Ponzi scheme in which money paid to earlier investors by later investors.

Santa Ana, Orange County - A recent investigation into the death of a 9-year-old boy has ended with the conclusion that the driver of the vehicle which struck and killed the 9 year-old-boy, Nicholas Vela Mortley, was not criminally responsible and would not be issued a citation.

According to the facts offered by The Orange County Register, Nicholas Mortley was riding his bicycle home from school when he was hit by a raised pickup truck in Anaheim on December 3, 2009. According to the police, the truck driver was headed west on Orangewood and made a full stop at the stop sign. The driver of the truck did not see the child (evidently, the truck in question was raised 30 inches off the ground, which met the legal limits).

Under California Penal Code Section 191 and Penal Code Section 192, Gross Vehicular manslaughter is a serious crime causing the death of another person due to illegal driving, including negligence, drunk driving or reckless driving.

California Vehicular manslaughter can be charged as a misdemeanor or a felony depending on the circumstances and seriousness of the crime. Gross negligence can be charged as a misdemeanor or felony; but if it is involved with the death of a person, it usually is charged as felony.

In California, causing the death of another human being by a vehicle is a serious criminal offense which can include liability under murder (California Penal Code Section 187), for which the requisite degree of malice needed to fulfill the elements of the crime can be express or implied (California Penal Code Section 188).

If you or your loved one have been charged or arrested for murder, vehicular manslaughter, or related felonies and/or misdemeanors in California, whether it is in Orange County, Los Angeles, San Diego, Riverside or San Bernardino, you need to seek the legal consultation from an experienced Orange County criminal defense attorney or Southern California vehicular manslaughter defense attorney to protect your rights and freedom. Orange County Criminal defense attorneys at the Law Offices of Michael L. Guisti have handled hundreds of criminal cases in both state and federal court, including murder, among many other crimes.

How can an experienced Orange County criminal defense attorney and DUI defense attorney help you in your felony DUI defense and murder defense in Southern California ?

At Law Offices of Michael L. Guisti, our attorneys have won the respect from judges, procecutors and law enforcement agents. We have the experience and resources to fight for your rights and freedom. Call our skilled Orange County Criminal Defense Attorney and Orange County DUI Defense attorney at Law Offices of Michael L. Guisti at 714-530-9690 or visit us at www.topcalifornialawyer.com

Mission Viejo, Orange County - A bank robbery occurred in Mission Viejo which authorities are attributing to the lone operative known to investigators as the "blue note bandit."

According to The Orange County Register, tellers at La Jolla Bank identified the man from photo stills taken of the "blue note bandit" from other bank robberies. The "blue note bandit" is believed to have also held up banks in Aliso Viejo, Costa Mesa, Tustin, Irvine, Laguna Hills and San Juan Capistrano and Lake Forest.

California Penal Code Section 211 identifies Robbery as "the felonious of personal property in the possession of another, from his person or immediate presence, and against his will, accomplished by means of force or fear."

If you or your loved one have been charged or arrested for robbery, theft, fraud, embezzlement or white collar crimes or related felonies and/or misdemeanors in the State of California, it is imperative to hire an experienced Orange County criminal defense attorney or Southern California theft crime defense lawyer to protect your rights and freedom.

Orange County Criminal defense attorneys at the Law Offices of Michael L. Guisti have handled hundreds of criminal cases in both state and federal court, including white collar crime, theft, fraud, medical insurance fraud, embezzlement, grand theft, robbery, among many other crimes. Our theft crime defense attorneys represent clients in Orange County, Los Angeles, Riverside, San Bernardino and San Diego.

To further discuss your case about theft crimes, please call our skilled Southern California Criminal Defense Attorney and Orange County theft crime Defense attorney at Law Offices of Michael L. Guisti at 714-530-9690 or visit us at www.topcalifornialawyer.com