{"id":280028,"date":"2024-06-10T16:19:24","date_gmt":"2024-06-10T21:19:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/beta10.technodreamcenter.com\/feddefense\/?p=280028"},"modified":"2024-06-25T14:46:24","modified_gmt":"2024-06-25T19:46:24","slug":"felony","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/beta10.technodreamcenter.com\/feddefense\/felony\/","title":{"rendered":"What is a Felony?"},"content":{"rendered":"

[vc_row][vc_column][tm_heading tag=”h5″ custom_google_font=”” text=”What is a Felony?<\/mark>“][tm_spacer size=”lg:20″][tm_heading tag=”p” custom_google_font=”” text=”A Felony is the most serious level of crime.<\/mark> A felony is defined as any crime punishable by at least a year in prison.<\/mark> Many felonies have mandatory minimum prison sentences outlined in the Minnesota Sentencing Guidelines (http:\/\/www.msgc.state.mn.us\/guidelines\/grids\/grid_2008.pdf).” link=”http:\/\/www.msgc.state.mn.us\/guidelines\/grids\/grid_2008.pdf”][tm_spacer size=”lg:20″][tm_heading tag=”p” custom_google_font=”” text=”Felony convictions can have consequences in addition to prison time.<\/mark> Many felony convictions result in a loss of rights to vote and own a firearm. A non-citizen can be deported upon a felony conviction. Likewise, an enlistee may be barred from joining the armed forces. Some crimes are very serious and require no previous criminal record to be classified as a felony, like murder or aggravated robbery. Other crimes become felonies when the person charged has a history of similar convictions.”][tm_heading tag=”p” custom_google_font=”” text=”For example, when a person has been convicted of three previous qualifying DUI\/DWI convictions within the previous 10 years, the next, or fourth, DUI\/DWI they commit is charged as a felony. Some crimes become felonies based on a monetary amount. For example, theft of property or services worth more than $1,000 is charged as a felony.”][tm_heading tag=”p” custom_google_font=”” text=”Felonies are very serious offenses<\/mark> that often have long lasting deleterious effects on a person\u2019s life.<\/mark> Often a person will be denied employment, housing and some services because of a felony conviction. A person representing themselves\u2014pro se\u2014is at a disadvantage when facing felony charges. Because the stakes are so high in a felony case, legal representation is required to ensure that your rights are not violated, that the case has been handled and charged appropriately, and that the proposed sentence is appropriate, or that the trial is fair. Felonies are complicated cases, and require a lawyer\u2019s expertise.<\/mark>“][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”1\/12″ offset=”vc_col-lg-1″][\/vc_column][vc_column width=”5\/6″ offset=”vc_col-lg-10″][tm_heading tag=”p” custom_google_font=”” text=”Examples of Felonies include: (include links)”][tm_list list_style=”manual-numbered” marker_color=”secondary” columns=”xs:1;lg:1″ items=”%5B%7B%22item_number%22%3A%22%E2%80%A2%22%2C%22item_title%22%3A%22Murder%22%2C%22link%22%3A%22url%3Ahttps%253A%252F%252Ffeddefense.com%252Fmurder%252F%7Ctitle%3AMurder%7Ctarget%3A_blank%22%2C%22icon_fontawesome%22%3A%22fab%20fa-accessible-icon%22%2C%22icon_simple_line%22%3A%22icon-arrow-1-circle-down%22%7D%2C%7B%22item_number%22%3A%22%E2%80%A2%22%2C%22item_title%22%3A%22Criminal%20Sexual%20Conduct%22%2C%22link%22%3A%22url%3Ahttps%253A%252F%252Ffeddefense.com%252Fsex-crimes-faq%252F%7Ctitle%3ACriminal%2520Sexual%2520Conduct%2520FAQ%7Ctarget%3A_blank%22%2C%22icon_fontawesome%22%3A%22fab%20fa-accessible-icon%22%2C%22icon_simple_line%22%3A%22icon-arrow-1-circle-down%22%7D%2C%7B%22item_number%22%3A%22%E2%80%A2%22%2C%22item_title%22%3A%22Drug%20Crimes%22%2C%22link%22%3A%22url%3Ahttps%253A%252F%252Ffeddefense.com%252Fdrug-offenses%252F%7Ctitle%3ADrug%2520Offenses%7Ctarget%3A_blank%22%2C%22icon_fontawesome%22%3A%22fab%20fa-accessible-icon%22%2C%22icon_simple_line%22%3A%22icon-arrow-1-circle-down%22%7D%2C%7B%22item_number%22%3A%22%E2%80%A2%22%2C%22item_title%22%3A%22Theft%20above%20%241%2C000%22%2C%22link%22%3A%22url%3Ahttps%253A%252F%252Ffeddefense.com%252Frobbery%252F%7Ctitle%3ARobbery%7Ctarget%3A_blank%22%2C%22icon_fontawesome%22%3A%22fab%20fa-accessible-icon%22%2C%22icon_simple_line%22%3A%22icon-arrow-1-circle-down%22%7D%2C%7B%22item_number%22%3A%22%E2%80%A2%22%2C%22item_title%22%3A%22Terroristic%20Threats%22%2C%22link%22%3A%22url%3Ahttps%253A%252F%252Ffeddefense.com%252Fpractice-specialties%252Fassault%252F%7Ctitle%3AAssault%7Ctarget%3A_blank%22%2C%22icon_fontawesome%22%3A%22fab%20fa-accessible-icon%22%2C%22icon_simple_line%22%3A%22icon-arrow-1-circle-down%22%7D%2C%7B%22item_number%22%3A%22%E2%80%A2%22%2C%22item_title%22%3A%22Strangulation%22%2C%22link%22%3A%22url%3Ahttps%253A%252F%252Ffeddefense.com%252Fassault%252F%7Ctitle%3AAssault%7Ctarget%3A_blank%22%2C%22icon_fontawesome%22%3A%22fab%20fa-accessible-icon%22%2C%22icon_simple_line%22%3A%22icon-arrow-1-circle-down%22%7D%5D”][tm_spacer size=”lg:30″][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row disable_element=”yes”][vc_column][tm_accordion multi_open=”1″ items=”%5B%7B%22title%22%3A%22Speeding%20tickets%22%7D%2C%7B%22title%22%3A%22Public%20nuisance%22%7D%2C%7B%22title%22%3A%22Parking%20tickets%22%7D%5D”][vc_column_text]Predatory registration<\/a> is not automatically required if a defendant is convicted of Fifth Degree Criminal Sexual Conduct unless they are convicted of a Felony under the relevant statutory provisions. \u00a0If you want to read the MN Statute outlining this offense, you can review it here<\/strong><\/a>.[\/vc_column_text][tm_spacer size=”lg:100″][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row full_width=”stretch_row_content” background_color=”secondary”][vc_column][tm_spacer size=”lg:60″][tm_heading custom_google_font=”” google_fonts=”font_family:Poppins%3A300%2Cregular%2C500%2C600%2C700|font_style:700%20bold%20regular%3A700%3Anormal” font_weight=”700″ align=”center” text_color=”custom” custom_text_color=”#f9ea01″ text=”RELATED” font_size=”lg:14″ letter_spacing=”1px”][tm_spacer size=”lg:30″][tm_blog style=”carousel” gutter=”” el_class=”.catblogslide” carousel_nav=”1″ carousel_gutter=”30″ number=”11″ pagination=”infinite” pagination_align=”center” taxonomies=”category:sex-crimes” carousel_items_display=”xs:1;sm:2;md:3;lg:3″ carousel_auto_play=”10000″][tm_spacer size=”lg:60″][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row disable_element=”yes”][vc_column][tm_spacer size=”lg:60″][tm_heading tag=”h4″ custom_google_font=”” text=”Do I need a lawyer if I\u2019m charged with a sex crime?”][tm_spacer size=”lg:20″][vc_column_text]YES!<\/strong> Accusations of criminal sexual conduct<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0can have immediate consequences, such as the separation of family members or the loss of employment. Convictions for the same can have far reaching collateral consequences for the rest of a person\u2019s life, including loss of housing or licensures, social isolation, and financial hardship. To adequately defend these charges, a defendant needs a lawyer with experience.<\/p>\n

When Catherine represents people charged with sex crimes, she talks to them about what happened from their perspective and puts together a defense strategy that often involves talking to witnesses, gathering social media evidence, and making special motions in court.<\/p>\n

She understands that accusations of rape, solicitation, or any other sex crime can ruin someone\u2019s life and she\u2019s committed to helping people fight the charges. She has won serious criminal sexual conduct trials, gotten charges dismissed, and kept people out of prison.<\/p>\n

She knows how to work a case, and will help resolve the matter in the best interests of the client. Not every case ends up in trial, and Catherine is just as committed to negotiating a resolution that works for the client as she is to winning in front of a jury. Every situation is different and requires a unique approach. She will customize a defense that works for every client.<\/p>\n

Catherine is an experienced criminal defense lawyer that defends against all criminal sexual conduct<\/a>, solicitation<\/a><\/strong>, child pornography<\/strong><\/a>, and other sex crimes in state and federal court. If you or someone you love has been accused of a sex crime, Catherine can help. Call for a free consultation.[\/vc_column_text][tm_spacer size=”lg:20″][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][tm_spacer size=”lg:60″][tm_heading tag=”p” custom_google_font=”” text=”Catherine is licensed to practice state law in the State of Minnesota.
\n<\/strong>“][tm_heading tag=”p” custom_google_font=”” text=”If you\u2019ve been charged with an offense, call Catherine, a highly rated criminal defense attorney near me. Call her today for a free consultation.<\/mark>“][tm_spacer size=”lg:20″][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][tm_button button=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fbeta7.technodreamcenter.com%2Ffeddefense%2Fcontact-2%2F|title:Contact%20Catherine%20today” align=”center” color=”custom” button_bg_color=”primary” font_color=”secondary” button_border_color=”secondary” button_bg_color_hover=”secondary” font_color_hover=”primary” button_border_color_hover=”primary”][tm_spacer size=”lg:50″][\/vc_column][\/vc_row]<\/p>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"A Felony is the most serious level of crime. A felony is defined as any crime punishable by at least a year in prison.","protected":false},"author":6,"featured_media":280392,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[90,78],"tags":[154,75],"class_list":["post-280028","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-crimes-against-people","category-state","tag-criminal","tag-felony"],"aioseo_notices":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/beta10.technodreamcenter.com\/feddefense\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/280028"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/beta10.technodreamcenter.com\/feddefense\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/beta10.technodreamcenter.com\/feddefense\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/beta10.technodreamcenter.com\/feddefense\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/6"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/beta10.technodreamcenter.com\/feddefense\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=280028"}],"version-history":[{"count":16,"href":"https:\/\/beta10.technodreamcenter.com\/feddefense\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/280028\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":280141,"href":"https:\/\/beta10.technodreamcenter.com\/feddefense\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/280028\/revisions\/280141"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/beta10.technodreamcenter.com\/feddefense\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/280392"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/beta10.technodreamcenter.com\/feddefense\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=280028"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/beta10.technodreamcenter.com\/feddefense\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=280028"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/beta10.technodreamcenter.com\/feddefense\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=280028"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}