Since 1999, Gasner Criminal Law has implemented a range of potential defenses for different criminal charges. Each blog post presents some potential defenses that we might consider after reviewing the details of your case.
Although marijuana is legal for recreational use under California law (Proposition 64, effective January 2018), it remains illegal under federal law.Specifically, marijuana is classified as a Schedule I controlled substance under the Controlled Substances Act (CSA), 21 U.S.C. § 812 — considered...
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Illegal reentry after deportation is a serious federal crime that carries significant penalties, including lengthy prison sentences. Under 8 U.S.C. § 1326, it is illegal for any person who has been denied admission, excluded, deported, or removed from the United States to enter or attempt to...
Although marijuana is legal for recreational use under California law (Proposition 64, effective January 2018), it remains illegal under federal law.Specifically, marijuana is classified as a Schedule I controlled substance under the Controlled Substances Act (CSA), 21 U.S.C. § 812 — considered...
Imagine this: An American citizen returns from an international trip and is pulled aside for a secondary screening at the airport. A U.S. Customs and Border Protection officer demands their smartphone, requests the passcode, opens the phone, and examines its contents before handing it back. It's a...
Facing gun charges in San Francisco can be a daunting experience, but with the right legal defense, individuals may have options to fight their case. Whether you are charged with illegal possession, carrying a concealed weapon, or possession of a firearm during a drug offense, a skilled criminal...
Wire fraud is a serious federal crime under 18 U.S.C. § 1343 , which criminalizes schemes to defraud that involve interstate or foreign wire communications (e.g., phone calls, emails, text messages, online transactions).To convict a defendant of wire fraud, federal prosecutors must prove beyond a...
Facing battery charges in San Francisco can be a daunting experience. California law defines battery as the unlawful use of force or violence against another person. While the penalties for battery can vary based on the severity of the offense, a strong legal defense can significantly affect the...
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