Convicted Felons May Regain Jury Service

In California, a felony conviction will result in a lifetime ban for jury duty. A bill introduced by State Sen. Nancy Skinner would allow convicted felons to serve on both criminal and civil juries. The bill was introduced after the California Legislature approved assembly bill AB2466 restoring the right to vote for convicted felons. “People […]

Laguna Niguel Criminal Defense Attorney

Have you been arrested or charged in the City of Laguna Niguel? Retaining an experienced Laguna Niguel criminal defense attorney may be one of the most important decisions you make. Our office carries unmatched experience from cases ranging from misdemeanors to serious crimes in state and federal court. Laguna Niguel is located just south of […]

Irvine Man Sentenced to 10 Years for Being Top Black Market Drug Seller

The U.S. Department of Justice reports that Tyler Reeves was sentenced this week to 10 years in federal prison for being a top drug seller in the world’s largest darknet markets. Reeves used the name “Platinum45” to sell narcotics to buyers. He pleaded guilty in March for two felony counts of distributing methamphetamine and money […]

LA Bank Teller Sentenced to Probation for Helping Stage a Robbery

Marlene Wickman was sentenced this week to probation for helping her boyfriend stage a robbery at a local bank in Torrance where she worked. U.S. District Judge Fernando M. Olguin ordered Wickman to pay $20,000 in restitution. The Long Beach residence pleaded guilty last year to a single federal charge of conspiracy to commit bank […]

Sacramento Sheriff Deputy Arrested for Sexual Acts with Minor

A Sacramento County Sheriff’s deputy was arrested for having sex with a sixteen year old boy. Investigators provided that Shauna Bishop surrendered herself to police and was later released on bail. An investigation yielded potential charges of child molestation and unlawful sex with a minor. Bishop is a 5 year veteran of the Sheriff’s Department […]

U.S. House Rep. Duncan Hunter’s Wife Pleads Guilty in Federal Court

In August 2018, U.S. House Representative Duncan Hunter and his wife, Margaret Hunter, we indicted in the Southern District of California after the government charged them both with 60 counts of misappropriating campaign funds. The pair spent the money on luxury trips, Costco shopping sprees, and personal items. When the indictment was made public, Hunter […]