On behalf of Ron Cordova, Attorney-At-Law | Sep 26, 2016 | Drug Charges, Firm News
Cocaine is one of the most dangerous drugs being used in the United States. It provides arguably the most profits for traffickers and drug cartels. Federal laws are very strict towards those involved in the manufacturing and transportation of cocaine. States have...
On behalf of Ron Cordova, Attorney-At-Law | Sep 25, 2016 | Criminal Defense, Firm News
Being found guilty of a crime could lead to several outcomes. You might have to face hefty fines or prison time. But in some cases, the judge might consider sending you back into the community. Releasing the defendant back into the society with fewer rights than a...
On behalf of Ron Cordova, Attorney-At-Law | Sep 19, 2016 | Firm News, White Collar Crime
Accepting anything of value in exchange for your influence is called bribery. Bribes may be taken by public officials or government officials to use their office as a way to make illegal money. Bribes are not always in the form of cash. In most cases, other tangible...
On behalf of Ron Cordova, Attorney-At-Law | Sep 19, 2016 | Drug Charges, Firm News
Medical marijuana is the use of marijuana and possession of marijuana for medical purposes only. Some people who suffer from painful diseases or regular seizures may use marijuana for pain relief. Medical marijuana is the same as that used as a drug. Some states have...
On behalf of Ron Cordova, Attorney-At-Law | Sep 19, 2016 | Criminal Defense, Firm News
Child abuse charges can lead to severe consequences because of the way in which society deals with offenders. If you get convicted of a serious child abuse charge, you might have to spend the rest of your life in prison. The less serious cases are considered...
On behalf of Ron Cordova, Attorney-At-Law | Sep 13, 2016 | Firm News, White Collar Crime
Embezzlement may be defined as the conversion of assets by a person who manages the finances of an organization. It is usually done by someone who is trusted by the employer and can easily move finances around without anyone becoming...
On behalf of Ron Cordova, Attorney-At-Law | Sep 12, 2016 | Firm News, White Collar Crime
People who make money illegally often try to pass it through a legitimate business. This makes it look like the money was generated through legal means. By investing money into the business, they can “launder” the money, making it look legal. This helps...
On behalf of Ron Cordova, Attorney-At-Law | Sep 11, 2016 | Drug Charges, Firm News
Drug possession charges are difficult to deal with and might lead to severe punishment if you are found guilty. It is important to have the right defense strategy to help you overcome the charges. Attorneys use different defense mechanisms when defending their clients...
On behalf of Ron Cordova, Attorney-At-Law | Sep 5, 2016 | Firm News, White Collar Crime
Fraud committed over interstate boundaries is called wire fraud. It may include scams like telemarketing fraud, phishing and other schemes hatched to defraud others for personal gain. Wire fraud is quite similar to regular fraud, except interstate communication is...
On behalf of Ron Cordova, Attorney-At-Law | Sep 2, 2016 | Firm News, Theft and Property Crimes
Shoplifting is the act of concealing an item for sale and leaving without paying for it. It is treated as larceny, which is the theft of another person’s property without permission. Some states have made specific statutes that deal with shoplifting only. Other...
