Vinnie is made for the job as a trial lawyer. He is considered a shrewd and cunning negotiator, but also personable, persuasive, and gets along well with other lawyers and judges in the community. He possesses finesse that allows for confrontation and assertiveness while maintaining an open line of communication with the prosecution, judge and jury.
If you or someone you know has become involved in the criminal process, the knowledge and practical experience of your criminal defense lawyer is paramount to securing the best possible outcome. Vinnie Rivera provides skilled criminal defense aimed at protecting your rights and future. From Rivera Law Office in Olathe, KS we serve clients throughout the entire state of Kansas.
Facing criminal charges is a serious situation for anyone. Whether a person is being accused of a felony or a misdemeanor, the penalties that result from a criminal trial often impact the rest of your life. Jail time, fines, and a damaged reputation are the repercussions criminal defense attorney Vinnie Rivera fights to prevent you from unfairly facing.
If you or someone you know has become involved in the criminal process, the knowledge and practical experience of your criminal defense lawyer is paramount to securing the best possible outcome. Vinnie Rivera provides skilled criminal defense aimed at protecting your rights and future. From Rivera Law Office in Olathe, KS we serve clients throughout the entire state of Kansas.
Facing criminal charges is a serious situation for anyone. Whether a person is being accused of a felony or a misdemeanor, the penalties that result from a criminal trial often impact the rest of your life. Jail time, fines, and a damaged reputation are the repercussions criminal defense attorney Vinnie Rivera fights to prevent you from unfairly facing.
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Vinnie Rivera - What I love the most about criminal defense is it gives you the opportunity to take on this massive system that's bigger than you, bigger than your client.
Ultimately, there really is two systems, one for the rich and powerful, and one for everybody else.
I like that at trial that's the most equal footing we're ever going to have against the law.
That's the most equal footing we're ever going to have against the government.
My firm's main goal is to hold the system accountable.
We really see ourselves as the fourth branch of government to be the check and balance on the system.
Ultimately, there really is two systems, one for the rich and powerful, and one for everybody else.
I like that at trial that's the most equal footing we're ever going to have against the law.
That's the most equal footing we're ever going to have against the government.
My firm's main goal is to hold the system accountable.
We really see ourselves as the fourth branch of government to be the check and balance on the system.
If you try and settle the case, that's probably going to end up with you either pleading guilty or entering into a diversion agreement.
If you decide to fight the case, you will assert both legal defenses and factual defenses.
For example a motion to suppress your statement, claiming that the statement was obtained under duress.
Or a motion to suppress a search, claiming lack of probable cause to search.
These are questions that the judge is going to answer.
After the judge has addressed the legal issues raised in your case, the next step is going to be trial.
If you decide to fight the case, you will assert both legal defenses and factual defenses.
For example a motion to suppress your statement, claiming that the statement was obtained under duress.
Or a motion to suppress a search, claiming lack of probable cause to search.
These are questions that the judge is going to answer.
After the judge has addressed the legal issues raised in your case, the next step is going to be trial.
Diversion is designed for first-time offenders, and it helps keep the conviction off your record.
The difference between diversion and probation is that probation is after conviction, and diversion is before conviction.
In other words, a judge finds you guilty, then he sentences you to probation, as opposed to diversion.
Diversion is an agreement between us and the prosecutor.
It essentially says, "As long as you do everything you're supposed to on diversion, we will dismiss the case when you're done."
The difference between diversion and probation is that probation is after conviction, and diversion is before conviction.
In other words, a judge finds you guilty, then he sentences you to probation, as opposed to diversion.
Diversion is an agreement between us and the prosecutor.
It essentially says, "As long as you do everything you're supposed to on diversion, we will dismiss the case when you're done."
You can break your defenses down into two categories: legal defenses and factual defenses.
You're saying that either the police or maybe the prosecutors violated your rights, or are violating your rights in this prosecution.
There can also be legal defenses about how you're charged, double jeopardy, and unconstitutional statutes.
The attorney would file a motion to suppress, arguing that that evidence should not be used against you because it was obtained in violation of your rights.
I'll give you an example.
You're saying that either the police or maybe the prosecutors violated your rights, or are violating your rights in this prosecution.
There can also be legal defenses about how you're charged, double jeopardy, and unconstitutional statutes.
The attorney would file a motion to suppress, arguing that that evidence should not be used against you because it was obtained in violation of your rights.
I'll give you an example.
I can't tell you how many times I've answered the phone, and the first words out of someone's mouth are: "How much would you charge me to do this?"
I would recommend that you talk with several attorneys before you hire someone to defend you.
When you choose the attorney that's right for you, you need to do it based on their experience and how well they're going to be able to handle your case and meet your needs.
It's important that you're advised of your rights ASAP.
If Mr. Rivera is unable to take your case or contact you promptly, do you want us to have another attorney contact you?
I would recommend that you talk with several attorneys before you hire someone to defend you.
When you choose the attorney that's right for you, you need to do it based on their experience and how well they're going to be able to handle your case and meet your needs.
It's important that you're advised of your rights ASAP.
If Mr. Rivera is unable to take your case or contact you promptly, do you want us to have another attorney contact you?
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