The COVID-19 pandemic has changed our lives radically; business closures, social distancing, and public health measures have all created a new normal for society. At Mitchell L…
The COVID-19 pandemic has changed our lives radically; business closures, social distancing, and public health measures have all created a new normal for society. At Mitchell Law Group, we understand that going through criminal prosecution is already diff… https://www.fresnoscriminallawyer.com/fresno-criminal-blog/2020/06/criminal-defense-tips-during-covid-19/

Until recently, we have been under a state-wide quarantine order, demanding that we stay at home unless our purpose is essential to our survival, such as shopping for food a…
Everyone argues. Tensions continue to rise when we cannot separate from each other to cool down and, sometimes, people continue to fight until the situation becomes volatile. It has become common knowledge that domestic assaults have increased in number d… https://www.fresnoscriminallawyer.com/fresno-criminal-blog/2020/05/accused-assault-during-quarantine-fresno-criminal-attorney-can-help/

One of the most common questions I get, besides, they didn't read me my rights, is whether the police have to give you a phone call. The following is my public service announcemen…
One of the most common questions I get, besides, they didn't read me my rights, is whether the police have to give you a phone call. The following is my public service announcement regarding this oft requested information. Drumroll...the answer is YES!! https://www.fresnoscriminallawyer.com/fresno-criminal-blog/2020/04/if-im-arrested-do-i-have-right-phone-call/

COVID-19 is in California and it has pushed most of our lives online as we have been required to stay at home as much as possible, even for work.  Everybody is used to spendin…
All nonessential businesses should be closed while banks and restaurants maintain their take out and drive-thru operations. If you have been stopped and accused of nonessential travel when you had the right to be out of your home, a practiced and aggressi… https://www.fresnoscriminallawyer.com/fresno-criminal-blog/2020/04/accused-violating-stay-home-order-fresno/

For most people getting arrested is not a common occurrence.  What you've seen in the movies or television is likely all you have to base your expectations on. Rarely is Hollywo…
For most people getting arrested is not a common occurrence. What you've seen in the movies or television is likely all you have to base your expectations on. Rarely is Hollywood's portrayal of something a true to life depiction. So, what can you expec… https://www.fresnoscriminallawyer.com/fresno-criminal-blog/2020/04/what-expect-when-youre-arrested/

The Mitchell Law Group handles all major areas of criminal defense, both at the State and Federal level, including the appellate level. If you're faced with a serious felony o…
The Mitchell Law Group handles all major areas of criminal defense, both at the State and Federal level, including the appellate level. If you're faced with a serious felony or misdemeanor charge, and you're concerned about the impact on your life and l… https://www.fresnoscriminallawyer.com/fresno-criminal-blog/2020/01/common-criminal-defense-charges/

When working with a criminal defense attorney it's very important to be completely honest with them. Even if you are guilty of the crime, it's best to tell your criminal att…
When working with a criminal defense attorney it's very important to be completely honest with them. Even if you are guilty of the crime, it's best to tell your criminal attorney everything about it. This is because your attorney is bound by client confi… https://www.fresnoscriminallawyer.com/fresno-criminal-blog/2019/11/why-should-you-be-honest-your-criminal-defense-attorney/

When someone is arrested for a crime, they may not be able to think clearly in that moment. Most people are in a state of distress at this time. They're upset about being arrest…
When someone is arrested for a crime, they may not be able to think clearly in that moment. Most people are in a state of distress at this time. They're upset about being arrested and about the effect this is going to have on their lives and their loved o… https://www.fresnoscriminallawyer.com/fresno-criminal-blog/2019/10/dont-say-anything-without-your-fresno-criminal-lawyer-present/

When most people think of arson, they think about someone burning down someone else’s property. However, there are a variety of arson offenses and, corresponding, penal code…
When most people think of arson, they think about someone burning down someone else’s property. However, there are a variety of arson offenses and, corresponding, penal codes. https://www.fresnoscriminallawyer.com/fresno-criminal-blog/2019/08/criminal-defense-what-arson/

If you have committed a crime, you may have a warrant out for your arrest. A judge signs the warrant which should has your name on it, as well as the crime that you were acc…
Officers are aggressively serving and arresting defendants for bench warrants and jail warrants (for not doing required community service). They can show up to your home or place of work. Sometimes its also at a very inconvenient time, like right before… https://www.fresnoscriminallawyer.com/fresno-criminal-blog/2019/07/do-you-have-outstanding-warrant/

  Being charged with a crime is a very scary and confusing time. You may or may not be guilty of the alleged crime(s). The evidence may be shaky, hard to understand, or com…
Being charged with a crime is a very scary and confusing time. You may or may not be guilty of the alleged crime(s). The evidence may be shaky, hard to understand, or completely false. It is also not unheard of to have additional charges tacked on in a… https://www.fresnoscriminallawyer.com/fresno-criminal-blog/2019/06/should-i-accept-plea-deal/

Being charged with a crime is a serious matter because the outcome can possibly alter your life permanently. That is all the more reason you need an experienced attorney when y…
Being charged with a crime is a serious matter because the outcome can possibly alter your life permanently. That is all the more reason you need an experienced attorney when you are guilty of the charges. There are things you can do to help yourself, and… https://www.fresnoscriminallawyer.com/fresno-criminal-blog/2019/02/fresno-criminal-attorney-explains-how-improve-your-chances-good-plea-deal/

If you end up in legal trouble, you should meet with an experienced criminal defense lawyer. He or she will discuss your case and your defense. Your lawyer may also bring u…
If you end up in legal trouble, you should meet with an experienced criminal defense lawyer. He or she will discuss your case and your defense. Your lawyer may also bring up a plea bargain or deal. Though you may have heard about them, you might not reall… https://www.fresnoscriminallawyer.com/fresno-criminal-blog/2018/10/fresno-criminal-defense-what-plea-deal/

Criminal records, like so many other pieces of paper that we need to establish ourselves in this modern world, are a matter of public record. Which means, of course, that anyo…
Criminal records, like so many other pieces of paper that we need to establish ourselves in this modern world, are a matter of public record. Which means, of course, that anyone who wants to know about your criminal record can find out about it simply b… https://www.fresnoscriminallawyer.com/fresno-criminal-blog/2018/05/criminal-defense-tips-how-get-copy-your-criminal-record/

Just like your business requires a strategy and any task that you're trying to accomplish requires a strategy, fighting a legal case also requires a strategy. And in order to d…
Just like your business requires a strategy and any task that you're trying to accomplish requires a strategy, fighting a legal case also requires a strategy. And in order to develop this strategy, you need to work in tandem with your criminal attorney. Y… https://www.fresnoscriminallawyer.com/fresno-criminal-blog/2018/01/3-tips-working-your-criminal-attorney-come-strategy/

When you're communicating with your criminal lawyer, you should remember that it doesn't matter whether you're innocent or guilty. The law says that everyone has a right to a d…
When you're communicating with your criminal lawyer, you should remember that it doesn't matter whether you're innocent or guilty. The law says that everyone has a right to a defense. So you shouldn't be afraid that your lawyer is going to judge you or be… https://www.fresnoscriminallawyer.com/fresno-criminal-blog/2018/01/3-tips-communicating-your-criminal-lawyer/

You might be someone who's never had to work with a criminal lawyer before. Maybe you've never had any encounters with the law. Maybe you've never even broken a law in your lif…
You might be someone who's never had to work with a criminal lawyer before. Maybe you've never had any encounters with the law. Maybe you've never even broken a law in your lifetime. But it's possible for anyone to be accused of a crime, even if they have… https://www.fresnoscriminallawyer.com/fresno-criminal-blog/2017/12/how-criminal-lawyer-will-help-you-make-your-statement/

If you are facing criminal charges, you are probably feeling more than a little bit nervous about what is going to happen. These are a few criminal defense tips that can help yo…
If you are facing criminal charges, you are probably feeling more than a little bit nervous about what is going to happen. These are a few criminal defense tips that can help you through this difficult process. https://www.fresnoscriminallawyer.com/fresno-criminal-blog/2017/09/top-criminal-defense-tips-when-youre-facing-charges/

You need to know what to expect when charged with a criminal act. There are general and specific issues you need to address to your defense attorney. Ask for details of how your…
You need to know what to expect when charged with a criminal act. There are general and specific issues you need to address to your defense attorney. Ask for details of how your case might/will proceed. Here are five important questions you should always … https://www.fresnoscriminallawyer.com/fresno-criminal-blog/2017/09/key-questions-your-criminal-defense-lawyer/

If you find yourself charged with a crime your first impulse might be to worry and react haphazardly. You might not be ready to deal with the complex paperwork, procedures, and rul…
If you find yourself charged with a crime your first impulse might be to worry and react haphazardly. You might not be ready to deal with the complex paperwork, procedures, and rules and failing to do so can cost you money or time in prison. In this situa… https://www.fresnoscriminallawyer.com/fresno-criminal-blog/2017/08/what-can-criminal-attorney-do-you/