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Hate Crimes
To victimize another person (assault, batter, threaten, harass etc.) on the basis of race, religion, national origin, ethnic orientation, sexual orientation or gender.
Consequences may include:
- Imprisonment
- Loss of right to vote
- Probation or Parole
- Court ordered rehabilitation
- Significant Fines
- Loss of right to own dangerous weapon
Defenses may include:
- Factual innocence
- Insufficient evidence
- Other
What you can do if you are accused:
- Document your good character/reputation
- Remain silent
- Create a diary of all significant events and witnesses
- Retain a competent attorney
When appropriate, what we can do to help you:
- Obtain court approved psychologist to evaluate & recommend alternatives to imprisonment
- Motion the court to reduce bail requirements
- Obtain private investigator to interrogate witnesses and obtain favorable evidence
- Negotiate with district attorney to settle and/or dismiss case
- Negotiate a resolution of the matter with police
- Commence early/timely case preparation and research
- Motion the court to suppress evidence
- Motion the court to dismiss the case
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