Family Law
A misdemeanor charge is a criminal offense that carries a penalty of up to one year of incarceration in the county jail. A significant fine may be imposed. A conviction will result in you having a permanent criminal record and if you commit another offense later in your life, the penalty for the new offense may be substantially increased based on your prior record.
Depending on the nature of the offense, some jobs may be unavailable to you and it may be difficult even to obtain housing. You may lose a professional license or have difficulty obtaining one if that was your goal.
Some examples of misdemeanors include:
• Possession of up to 35 grams of marijuana
• Theft or shoplifting of goods valued at less than $750
• Third degree domestic assault
• DUI or DWI
You can trust Colton Fleetwood to handle your legal matter with personal attention, professionalism, and aggressive courtroom litigation.
We will fight for your rights, seeking to have evidence suppressed and your charges reduced or dismissed.
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