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Take Charge Of Your
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You need
an experienced criminal lawyer/law firm to represent you. Do not place your freedom, your
reputation and your future into the wrong hands. (See our Criminal Law Overview)
What is the difference between a felony and a misdemeanor?
A felony crime is a more serious crime than a misdemeanor.
However, the same offense can be considered either a misdemeanor or a felony,
depending on its degree.
Petty larceny, which is stealing an item worth less than a
certain dollar amount, is a misdemeanor, whereas, stealing an item over that dollar amount may
be considered grand theft, which is a felony.
What is the punishment if found guilty of committing a felony crime as opposed to a misdemeanor
crime?
Misdemeanors are punishable up to one year in jail and up to $2,500 in
fines.
Felony crimes are serious offenses punishable by a heavy jail sentence. The punishment is usually
imprisonment for one year or more, depending on the class of the felony, but in certain murder
cases, the punishment can be death.
The ramifications of being convicted of a felony can be far-reaching and devastating. If you are
convicted of a felony,
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you will lose many of your civil rights.
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You will lose your right to vote.
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You will not be eligible to run for public office.
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Some jobs will require certain bonding or insurance coverage before you can obtain
the job.
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Many insurance companies will refuse to bond convicted felons and, therefore, even
though you are not barred, by law, from certain jobs, you may find it difficult, if
not impossible, to obtain the job because of insurance or other requirements.
Contact Us as soon as you are charged or believe you might be charged.
See FAQs for more information.
We
don’t just provide legal services; we build relationships.
It gives us a
genuine satisfaction to meet and help you in some meaningful way.
The entire staff
of the McDermott and McDermott Law Firm is knowledgeable and sensitive to your
needs.
Their focus is on
making the process as comfortable as possible
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They explain
everything to you,
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keep you
informed,
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include you in the
decision making process,
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and always return
your phone calls.
Your matter is
handled as expeditiously as possible without compromising your rights.
Please visit our
testimonial page and see what other clients have to say about
us.
Check our
resources area, there you will find links to many helpful
services.
Visit our
M & M Community to view our blogs and forums and leave your
comments.
We appreciate
your business and your referrals.
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