Orange County Criminal Lawyer Blog

Gardena, Los Angeles - A 17-year old teenager has been sentenced to 9-months in juvenile camp after a gun crime while in school.

According to reports, the boy brought a loaded 9 mm Beretta to school on January 18, 2011. In class, while reaching inside the backpack, the gun had discharged striking a 15-year old boy in the neck and hitting a 15-year old girl in the head. Both were hospitalized.

The 17-year old teenager admitted to one felony count each of possessing a firearm in a school zone and discharging a firearm in a school zone.

An Orange County criminal attorney should always handle allegations of possession of a firearm and discharge of a firearm. According to our Weapons Violation Lawyer, Michael Guisti states that common charges that have to do with firearms include:

(A) Brandishing a Weapon (Penal Code section 417) defined as drawing a firearm or other weapon, and waving it in a threatening or rude manner. If convicted, this is punishable with a minimum of 30 days in jail, but that punishment goes up if the firearm is brandished in public; if the firearm is concealable or if the brandishing took place in front of a police officer;

(B) Carrying a concealed weapon (Penal Code section 12025), which is a wobbler. In other words, it can be a misdemeanor or felony, depending on the circumstances. California allows local law enforcement agencies to issue concealed weapons permits to people who qualify and have completed safety training. If you don't have such a permit, carrying a loaded, concealed weapon in public is a serious felony; and,

(C) Possession of firearms (Penal Code sections 12280-12282), which can include firearms that are illegal in California, or firearms that are legal but that you do not have permission to own. Many laws fall under this description, and carry felony or, more rarely, misdemeanor penalties.

As these types of cases are complex in nature, hiring the right lawyer can make a world of difference in your life. Sometimes price isn't the best barometer when hiring a competent, strong and powerful lawyer. It is knowledge, skill sets, and providing a track record in defending your complex case.

Our Orange County illegal firearm defense lawyer and Santa Ana firearms violation attorney further explains that by not having a license or permit to carry a weapon and violating these laws while serious has severe consequences including punishments of serving long prison sentences, paying fines, and restitution. It is important to hire a strong and powerful attorney to help you defend your weapon charges.

How can a Fullerton criminal defense attorney or a Westminster criminal lawyer help you defend your weapons violation crime charge?

Simple. With our wisdom, knowledge base and expertise, we can ensure that your legal matter will be properly defended at the highest level. At the Law Office of Michael Guisti our experienced firearms defense attorney has spent many years defending defendant's complex and complicated weapons and firearms violation crime charges.

Our California criminal lawyers have represented defendants all over Southern California; from Lake Forest, Mission Viejo, Laguna Niguel, Aliso Viejo, Newport Beach, Los Angeles County, Orange County, Beverly Hills, Irvine, Costa Mesa, Santa Ana, Anaheim, Garden Grove, and other cities obtaining the best results with the utmost care. Every legal matter is important which will require our legal representation. If you need a lawyer, I encourage you to call our office today and schedule a free and comprehensive consultation.

If you or a loved one is facing a weapons violation or firearm violation charge or any other misdemeanor or felony charges call our office today. Contact our skilled Orange County criminal attorney toll free at 1-888-478-8999 or visit our website at www.topcalifornialawyer.com for a FREE appointment. You'll be glad you did.

Walnut Park, Los Angeles - Earlier this week, Luis Jimenez, a 23-year driver, was arrested for allegedly killing a pedestrian in Walnut Park. According to the authorities, Jimenez allegedly drove through a stop sign at the intersection of California Street and Pacific Blvd., lost control of his vehicle and struck the pedestrian. The victim was a 42-year old man who later died at the hospital.

Jimenez suffered minor injuries was arrersted and booked for one felony count manslaughter and driving under the influence of drugs and/or alcohol.

According to top Orange County Criminal DUI Defense Lawyer, Michael Guisti, driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol can be a serious offense. The offense becomes more serious when someone is injured. In California, a DUI charged is broken into two prongs. The first part is defined under California Vehicle code section 23152 (a). It states that it is unlawful for a person to drive under the influence of alcohol of drugs.

According to the Newport Beach DUI attorney that the second part is defined in the California Vehicle code section 23151(b). It states that it is unlawful for a person to driver under the influence of alcohol if their blood alcohol concentration (BAC) is more than .08% or more. These are separate charges and it is common for a person being charged with a DUI to be charged with both. These charges are considered misdemeanors in California. The punishments can be the suspension of your license, fines, and/or having an ignition interlock device installed in your vehicle. However, if you have multiple DUI charges or have been convicted of a DUI three times within the last 10 years upon receiving a DUI charge, it can turn into a felony.

Our Fullerton Drunk driving defense attorney states that it is important and imperative to hire a strong, powerful and experienced Orange County DUI attorney if you are being charged with a DUI and/or drunk driving. The Westminster DUI defense lawyer explains that most people do not know that a DMV hearing must be requested within 10 days of getting a ticket or risk having your drivers license suspended.

If you or someone you care has been arrested or charged with DUI in Orange County, it is important to consult with a strong and powerful Orange County DUI Attorney or Orange County DUI defense lawyer immediately.

A leading Orange County DUI defense law firm, Michael L. Guisti has sucessfully represented hundreds of defendants arrested or accused of DUI, drunk driving, and driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs. Often time, we can help our clients reduce their charges to a minimum or have the charges dismissed, subject to proof of evidence.

Why is it important to retain an experienced Irvine DUI defense attorney or an Orange County DUI attorney?

Having a DUI charge on your record is serious. Many employers will complete a background check prior to deciding on a candidate. If you're looking for a job and have a DUI on your record, chances are slim that you're going to get that job or promotion. Some employers may be lenient which may be the exception but not the rule.

At the Law Offices of Michael Guisti, our qualified Orange County criminal defense attorney has been very successful representing defendants in DUI cases in throughout southern California including Orange, Los Angeles, San Bernardino, Riverside, and San Diego Counties.

If you or a loved one is facing a DUI in Orange County, Driving under the influence, Drunk driving, driving drunk or vehicular manslaughter, whether it is a misdemeanor or a felony DUI charge or any kind of crimes, including assault, battery, murder, theft crimes, white collar crimes, sex crimes or a drug crime please contact our Orange County DUI defense lawyers or Orange County criminal attorney today. Call today for a FREE and comprehensive appointment at (714) 530-9690 or visit our website at www.topcalifornialawyer.com. You'll be glad you did.

Orange County - If you have committed and been convicted of a sex crime, you must register as a sex offender. Effective May 5, 2011, all registered sex offenders will no longer be allowed to enjoy the Orange County beachs, parks and harbors without prior approval from the county According to the Orange County criminal attorney at Law Offices of Michael Guisti

This ordinance has been approved by the Board of Supervisors and violaters of this ordinance could face up to six months in jail or a $500 fine.

This restriction applies to all Orange County recreational parks, beach and harbors.

Irvine, Orange County - When the economy is down, burglary and theft crimes cases usually goes up. According to the Orange County defense attorney Michael Guisti that Orange County Theft crime and Burglary cases are on the rise especially in Laguna Niguel, Aliso Viejo, Mission Viejo and Lake Forest.

Terry Christopher McCarthy, a 48 year old repeat offender of burglary, drug and theft-related felonies failed to appear for his court hearing on April 13, 2011. McCarthy from Huntington Beach was charged with 2 separate counts of burglary in March 19, 2010 and again in May 21, 2010. According to reports, on March 19, 2010, McCarthy was caught burglarizing a home in Huntington Beach when the homeowner returned home and found him attempting to burglarize his residence.

On May 21, 2010, authorities said that an Irvine woman returned home finding a man inside her home, then chased the woman out of her home and called the police. In both incidences, McCarthy was arrested and booked into jail then subsequently bailed out and released from custody.

McCarthy faces stiff penalties. If convicted, he faces a maximum sentence of six years in state prison.

An Orange County defense attorney should always handle allegations of 1st degree or 2nd degree burglary. As these types of cases are complex in nature, hiring the right lawyer can make a world of difference in your life. Sometimes price isn't the best barometer when hiring a competent, strong and powerful lawyer. It is knowledge, skill sets, and providing a track record in defending these complex types of cases.

According to our top Santa Ana theft defense lawyer, Michael Guisti explains that under Penal Code section 459 burglary is committed when a person enters a residence without the permission of the residents with the intent to commit a theft or felony once inside.

Residential burglary is First Degree Burglary, a felony and a Strike under California's "Three Strikes" law, which means that if convicted, you would have to serve 80% of the sentence (85% if a person was home at the time).

There are two types of burglary under California law: First degree and Second-degree burglary. First-degree burglary is always a felony and a strike. Second-degree burglary is not a strike and can be charged as either a misdemeanor or a felony. The sentencing range for first-degree burglary in California, including Orange County, is two to six years in state prison. It is also presumptive that if convicted of first-degree burglary you will not get probation and state prison will be imposed. Having a strike on your record has severe consequences if future felonies are committed. California law states that if another felony is committed by a person with one strike, the potential sentence can be doubled.

Residential Burglary in Orange County is taken very seriously by the District Attorneys Office and the consequences of a conviction can have a severe impact and long lasting effects on your life. It is therefore extremely important if you have been arrested and/or charged with Burglary or First Degree Burglary immediately seek the advice of an strong and powerful criminal defense attorney, specializing in burglary cases.

Our Irvine defense attorney further explains that residential burglary and 2nd degree burglary crime charges while serious has severe consequences including punishments of serving long prison sentences, paying fines, and restitution. It is important to hire a Lake Forest burglary defense attorney to help you defend your charges.

How can a Aliso Viejo theft defense attorney or an Missional Viejo defense lawyer help you defend your burglary crime charge?

Simple. With our wisdom, knowledge base and expertise, we can ensure that your legal matter will be properly defended at the highest level. At the Law Office of Michael Guisti our experienced burglary defense attorney has spent many years defending defendant's complex and complicated burglary crime charges.

Our California criminal lawyers have represented defendants all over Southern California; from Lake Forest, Mission Viejo, Laguna Niguel, Aliso Viejo, Newport Beach, Los Angeles County, Orange County, Beverly Hills, Irvine, Costa Mesa, Santa Ana, Anaheim, Garden Grove, and other cities obtaining the best results with the utmost care. Every legal matter is important which will require our legal representation. If you need a lawyer, I encourage you to call our office today and schedule an appointment.

If you or a loved one is facing a burglary charge or any other misdemeanor or felony charges call our office today. Contact our skilled Orange County criminal defense attorney toll free at 1-888-478-8999 or visit our website at www.topcalifornialawyer.com for an appointment. You'll be glad you did.

Newport Beach, Orange County - When the economy is down, embezzlement and fraud cases usually goes up.

John Thomas Windsor, a 41 year old parolee from Vermont, will be arraigned today, April 14, 2011, for stealing over $280,000 from a 98-year old widow. Windsor is charged with one felony count each of first degree residential burglary, caretaker theft from an elder, fraudulently using an access card, and three felony counts of forgery. He also faces sentencing enhancements and allegations for a non-accomplice present during a residential burglary, causing over $100,000 in loss, aggravated white collar crime over $100,000, and property loss over $200,000.

Windsor faces stiff penalties. If convicted, he faces a maximum sentence of 11 years and eight months in state prison.

Windor's mother was an independently-fired live-in caretaker for the 98-year old widow who was blind, deaf, suffered from dementia, and was confined to her Newport Beach home. In 2007, Windsor is accused of moving into the Newport Beach home without the widow's permission. Between 2007 and 2008, according to reports, Windsor is further accused of stealing over $280,000 from the widow by depleting her bank accounts and making purchases on her credit card. He is also accused of spending the victim's money without her knowledge or consent to buy expensive personal items including pre-owned cars, an engagement ring and record collection, among others.

Windsor is a parolee in the state of Vermont at the time for domestic violence and fraud. The victim passed away in 2009.

An Orange County criminal defense attorney should always handle allegations of burglary, forgery, grand theft and embezzlement. As these types of cases are complex in nature, hiring the right lawyer can make a world of difference in your life. Sometimes price isn't the best barometer when hiring a competent, strong and powerful lawyer. It is knowledge, skill sets, and providing a track record in defending these complex cases.

According to our top Irvine embezzlement criminal defense lawyer, Michael Guisti explains that crimes like embezzlement and grand theft are considered White Collar Crimes. Embezzlement can be found under California Penal Code section 503.

Our Newport Beach grand theft crime attorney and Irvine embezzlement defense lawyer also explains that according to California Penal Code section 503, it states that embezzlement is the fraudulent appropriation of property by a person or persons to whom it has been entrusted.

Our Irvine criminal attorney and Irvine professional licensing defense lawyer states that many times a charge of grand theft is companioned with an embezzlement charge. Grand theft can also be found under Penal Code section 487. Grand theft occurrs when the amount of money or property stolen amounts to more than $400. These charges are considered felonies in California.

California white collar defense attorney further explains that California White Collar crime charges are serious. The punishments include long prison sentences, fines, and restitutions. There can also be sentencing enhancements added to the initial charges. It is important to hire an Irvine white collar crime defense attorney to help you defend your charge.

How can a Newport Beach criminal attorney or an Irvine criminal lawyer help you defend your white collar crime charge?

Simple. With our wisdom, knowledge base and expertise, we can ensure that your legal matter will be properly defended at the highest level. At the Law Office of Michael Guisti our experienced Santa Ana criminal defense attorney has spent many years defending defendant's complex and complicated white collar crime charges.

Our California criminal lawyers have represented defendants all over Southern California; from Newport Beach, Los Angeles County, Orange County, Beverly Hills, Irvine, Newport Beach, Irvine, Costa Mesa, Santa Ana, Garden Grove, and other cities obtaining the best results with the utmost care. Every legal matter is important which will require our legal representation. If you need a lawyer, I encourage you to call our office today and schedule an appointment
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If you or a loved one is facing a white collar crime charge or any other misdemeanor or felony charges call our office today. Contact our skilled Orange County criminal defense attorney toll free at 1-888-478-8999 or visit our website at www.topcalifornialawyer.com for an appoitment. You'll be glad you did.

Santa Ana, Orange County - Matthew Gregory Branstetter, 19, and John Wicklam, 19, of Rancho Santa Margarita are charged with one felony assault and second degree robbery with sentencing enhancements for committing a hate crime in concert with others and causing great bodily injury. Branstetter and Wicklam have been charged with violent hate crime attack for beating, kicking and robbing a victim while yelling anti-Semitic clurs in a Coto de Caza park.

Branstestetter and Wicklam face stiff penalties. If convicted, each defendant faces a maximum sentence of 13 years in state prison.

As for the victim John Doe, he suffered a concussion, broken jaw, eye socket fracture, broken nose, cracked ribs, severe facial bruising, and cuts and bruises to his body and face as a result of the beating. There is a third member at large who was also involved during the committal of this crime.

An Orange County criminal attorney should always handle allegations of assault, robbert, and hate crime.

According to our top Santa Ana criminal defense lawyer, Michael Guisti explains that pursuant to California law, it defines Assault under Penal Code 240 as an unlawful attempt, coupled with a present ability to commit a violent injury upon another person.

Aggravated assault is a stronger form of assault sometimes using a deadly weapon. A person has committed an aggravated assault when that person attempts to cause serious bodily injury to another person, knowingly or recklessly exhibiting indifference to human life or attempting to cause bodily injury to another person with a deadly weapon.

The differentiation of aggravated assault and simple assault is determined by the offenders' intent to cause injury to the victim (murder, rape, etc.) or by the use of a deadly weapon.
Because sentencing for aggravated assault is more severe than that of simple assault, it is imperative that you have a strong and competent lawyer defending you against these serious charges.

How can an experienced Fullerton criminal attorney help you in defending your serious charges?

It's simple. We've been in the business for more than 12 years and have successfully kept many clients OUT of jail or prison. We'll show you our track record. We're great at what we do and provide oustanding results. In some cases, we may be able to reduce the charges from a felony to a misdemeanor. Some restrictions and limitations apply.

If you or someone you know is facing a felony or a misdemeanor, hire an experienced, strong and powerful Orange County defense attorney or a Newport beach defense lawyer today. We have helped several clients in Orange, Los Angeles, San Diego, Riverside, and San Bernardino Counties and we can defend you too. Call our office today to schedule an appointment toll free at (888) 478-8999 or visit our website at www.topcalifornialawyer.com. You'll be glad you did!

Santa Ana, Orange County - Ajt Kumar Bhargava, 61; his wife, Nisha Bhargava, 56; and their daughter, Runjhun Bhargava, 30, were arrested earlier today on immigration fraud charges for allegedly filing bogus marriage and work visa petitions on behalf of aliens which are all serious federal crimes.

A criminal complaint was filed on March 29, 2011 in the United States District Court naming the aforementioned three defendants, all residing in Yorba Linda. The Bhargava defendants operated and owned MPEagle Consultants in Cerritos and were further charged with conspiracy to commit visa fraud.

According to documents, the Bhargava defendants recruited unemployed and low-income U.S. citizens with promises of payments in exchange for "marrying" MPEagle's alien clients. To make the bogus marriages appear legitimate, the defendants had the "couples" pose together for photos and open joint back accounts. Based on the sham marriages, MPEagle sought permanent residency for the aliens by filing fraudulent immigrant visa petitions with US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS).

The Bhargava defendants face stiff penalties if convicted. Each count of visa fraud could result in 10 years in prison, as well as a hefty fine of up to $250,000. Each count of immigration fraud also could result in 10 years in prison and a $250,000 fine. For the conspiracy to commit visa charge, they each could face five years in prison and a fine of up to $250,000. The court will likely consider the United States Sentencing Guidelines when determining the official sentence.

An Orange County Federal criminal defense attorney should always handle allegations of fraud or other white-collar criminal allegations.

According to Federal criminal defense lawyer Michael Guisti explains that Federal law criminalizes fraud and misuses of visas and other travel documents. Visa fraud may include selling, providing, or transferring visas, making misrepresentation or false statement in the process of obtaining a visa, or forging or altering of a visa.

There are several federal criminal statutes that may be used in prosecution of visa fraud cases, but the most common statutes are 18 USC 1546 (Fraud and Misuse of Visas, Permits, and Other Documents), 18 USC 1001 (False Statements or Entries Generally), and 18 USC 371(Conspiracy to Commit Offense or to Defraud the United States). Many of the recent immigration fraud and visa fraud criminal prosecutions in California have been based on these statutes.

Making a false statement on an Immigration document or application is one example of how one may be charged with visa fraud. The maximum penalty for a first passport and visa offense is 10 years unless the crime is connected to drug trafficking and terrorism.

Visa fraud cases are investigated by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and the Bureau of Diplomatic Security (DS).

How can an experienced Santa Ana criminal defense attorney help you in defending your fraud charges?

Its simple. We've been in the business for more than 12 years and have successfully kept many clients OUT of jail or prison. We'll show you our track record. We're great at what we do and provide oustanding results. In some cases, we may be able to reduce the charges from a felony to a misdemeanor. Some restrictions and limitations apply.

If you or someone you know is facing a felony or a misdemeanor, hire an experienced, strong and powerful Orange County defense attorney today. We have helped several clients in Orange, Los Angeles, San Diego, Riverside, and San Bernardino Counties and we can defend you too. Call our office today to schedule an appointment toll free at (888) 478-8999 or visit our website at www.topcalifornialawyer.com. You'll be glad you did!

Fullerton, Orange County - 27 year old, Sean Paul Delacerda of Fullerton, who was a four-year veteran of the Los Angeles Sherriff Department is charged with one felony count each of assult with a firearm, kidnapping, false imprisonment by violence, and one misdeamonor count of domestic violence battery. Delacerda faces a sentencing enhancement for the personal use of a firearm.

On April 18, 2010, Delacerda is accused of entering his ex-girlfriend's (victim) home without notice or permission. They had dated for a few months. When the victim had arrived home, she saw Delacerda in her home. Immediately thereafter, the victim was met with a barrage of endless questions, accusations of cheating, and forced the victim to open emails.

At one point, according to reports, Delacerda is accused of, while the victim was trying to run out of her home, chasing after the victim, tackling her to the ground, and climbing on top of her, pulling out a firearm and loading a bullet into the cylinder, pointing it in his mouth, and pulling the trigger while still on top of the victim. The firearm clicked but did not fire.

If convicted on all counts, Delacerda faces a maximum sentence of 18 years in state prison.

Fullerton criminal defense lawyer Michael Guisti explains that California Penal Code section 243(d) battery causing serious bodily injury known as aggravated battery is a wobbler. A wobbler may be filed as misdemeanors or felonies, depending on 1) the facts of your case, and 2) your criminal history.

The Santa Ana criminal attorney further states that having any current or pending priors will definitely hurt your case. This also means that the unique factors for your case will determine whether it gets charged as a misdemeanor or a felony.

Our Tustin Criminal Defense Attorney further explains that a serious bodily injury is one that results in a significant injury. Examples include, but are not limited to, a concussion, loss of consciousness, broken bones, and dismemberment.

The Irvine Criminal Defense Attorney further comments that if the offense is charged as a felony because the victim suffers a serious bodily injury, it will be labeled a violent felony. A violent felony subjects you to a "strike" under California's Three Strikes Law.

It is extremely important to hire a Newport Beach criminal defense attorney if you are facing charges like assault and battery. An Orange County criminal attorney with experience will be able to aggressively defend you in court. Since "wobbler" charges can either be a felony or a misdemeanor it is important to hire an attorney that has experience defending a wide range of criminal defense cases.

How can an experienced Santa Ana criminal attorney help you in your Assault and Battery, kidnapping, domestic violence battery and/or false imprisonment charges?

Its simple. We've been in the business for more than 12 years and have successfully kept many clients OUT of jail or prison. We'll show you our track record. We're great at what we do and provide oustanding results. In some cases, we may be able to reduce the charges from a felony to a misdemeanor. Some restrictions and limitations apply.

We have defended many defendants with felony and misdemeanor charges including assault and battery (PC 243), felony assault and battery, sex crimes, domestic violence, murder, vehicular manslaughter, DUI, grand theft and white collar crimes cases including fraud, embezzlement, or identity theft. Our Orange County criminal defense attorney has the knowledge and tenacity to appropriately defend your criminal charge(s).

If you or someone you know is facing a felony or a misdemeanor, hire an Orange County assault and battery defense attorney today. We have helped several clients in Orange, Los Angeles, San Diego, Riverside, and San Bernardino Counties and we can defend you too. Call our office today to schedule an appointment toll free at (888) 478-8999 or visit our website at www.topcalifornialawyer.com. You'll be glad you did!

Westminster, Orange County - Last year, three men were arrested based on a sting operated by the Huntington Beach police department targeting Internet child predators.

Earlier this month, one of the three men, Gregory Ruiz Aguirre, 53 years old, of El Monte was tried and found guilty by jurors of his peers. It took the jurors a couple of hours before rendering Aguirre guilty of three felonies including going to meet a minor for a lewd purpose, attempted lewd conduct with a minor under 14 and communicating with a minor for a lewd purpose. Aguirre faces up to five years in prison. He is scheduled to be sentenced on March 29, 2011.

The Huntington Beach police last year posed as a 13-year-old girl looking to make $100 in a bogus ad on Craigslist according to reports. Aguirre responded to the ad. The other two defendants who also responded to the ad were Howard Houchen Wang, 38, and Alvin Huynh, 24, of Foothill Ranch. Wang plead guilty in December 2010 to four felonies and was sentenced to two years and eight months in prison. Huynh is awaiting trial.

According to top Orange County Criminal Defense Lawyer, Michael Guisti, crimes like child molestation, rape, unlawful sex with a minor, and sexual assault are considered sex crimes in Southern California.

Lewd or lascivious acts with a minor can be found in the California Penal Code section 288(a). The code states that any person who willfully and lewdly commits any lewd or lascivious act, upon or with the body, or any part or member thereof, of a child who is under the age of 14 years, with the intent of arousing, appealing to, or gratifying the lust, passions, or sexual desires of that person or the child.

Santa Ana Sex Crime Attorney Michael Guisti further explains that a sex crime charge is considered a felony and is punishable for up to eight years in prison. If you are facing a sex crime charge(s) in Orange County, Los Angeles, San Bernardino you should hire a strong and powerful Orange County criminal Attorney to defend your charge(s).

How can a strong and powerful Santa Ana Felony Criminal Defense Attorney or a skilled Orange County Criminal Lawyer help defend your Sex Crime case in Orange County?

According to our prolific Southern California Sex Crime Attorney, sex crime charges are dealt with very harshly in California and even more so in prison. The punishments may be prison time, paying restitution, and you will register as a sex offender. At the Law Office of Michael Guisti our skilled Irvine criminal defense attorney has spent years defending defendants with misdemeanor and felony charges and our California Criminal Defense Attorney is additionally experienced in trials, appeals and habeas corpus.

If you or a loved one is facing a misdemeanor or a felony charges including assault, battery, domestic violence, theft crimes, rape, child molestation, or a white collar crime call us today. Our strongly qualified attorney has represented defendants all over Southern California including Orange County, Los Angels County, Fullerton, Santa Ana, San Diego County, Irvine, Huntington Beach, and Newport Beach. Call us toll free today at 1-888-478-8999 or visit our website at www.topcalifornialawyer.com. You'll be glad you did.

Santa Ana, Orange County - Elyse Marie Kennedy, 37, a former bookkeeper to the St. Paul's Episcopal Church in Tustin, California has been sentenced to nearly three years for stealing $129,000. Kennedy was charged with 154 felony counts of forgery with sentencing enhancements for embezzling money.

If convicted at trial, she faces up to 107 years in prison.

Orange County fraud defense attorney and Newport Beach criminal defense lawyer Michael Guisti explains that Crimes such as embezzlement and grand theft are considered White Collar Crimes. Embezzlement can be found under California Penal Code section 503.

Our Irvine Grand Theft crime attorney and Irvine Embezzlement defense lawyer also explains that according to California Penal code section 503, it states that embezzlement is the fraudulent appropriation of property by a person to whom it has been entrusted.

Our Irvine criminal attorney and Orange County Forgery defense lawyer also states that many times a charge of grand theft can be combined with an California embezzlement charge. Grand theft can also be found under Penal Code under section 487. Grand theft occurs when the amount of money or property stolen exceeds more than $400. These charges are considered felonies in California.

California white collar defense attorney further explains that California White Collar crime charges are serious. The punishments include lengthy prison sentences, fines, and restitutions. There can also be sentencing enhancements added to the initial charges. It is critically important to hire a Tustin white collar crime defense attorney to help you defend your charge.

How can a Newport Beach Grand Theft criminal defense attorney or an Irvine criminal defense lawyer help you defend your white collar crime charge in Newport Beach, Irvine, Costa Mesa, Huntington Beach, Fullerton, Santa Ana, Los Angeles, Beverly Hills, Pasadena and other cities in California?

Simple. With our knowledge base and expertise, we can ensure that your legal matter will be properly defended at the highest level. At the Law Office of Michael Guisti our experienced Santa Ana criminal defense attorney has spent many years defending client's complex and complicated white collar crimes.

Our California criminal lawyers have represented defendants all over Southern California; Newport Beach, Los Angeles County, Orange County, Irvine, Costa Mesa, Santa Ana, Garden Grove, and other cities obtaining the best results with the utmost care. Due to our high call volume, we cannot accept all cases. Every legal matter will require legal representation. If you need a lawyer, I encourage you to call our office today and schedule a free consultation.

If you or a loved one is facing a white collar crime charge or any other misdemeanor or felony charges as in assault and battery, domestic violence, DUI, drug charges or a murder crimes call our office today. Contact our skilled Orange County criminal attorney toll free today for a free consultation at 1-888-478-8999 or visit our website at www.topcalifornialawyer.com. You'll be glad you did!