Criminal Law Author

Maya Sawyer

Maya Sawyer is a seasoned criminal law attorney with a strong background in theft crimes and embezzlement. She is a fierce advocate for her clients and has a proven track record of success.

Credentials

J.D., University of Minnesota, LL.M. in Criminal Law

10+ yearsTheft CrimesEmbezzlement

Articles by Maya Sawyer

Can I Pay a Citation Without Going to Court?Are All Mushrooms Legal in Montreal?What Happens If a Lawyer Commits a Crime?Better Chance of Acquittal: Jury Trial or Bench Trial?How Long Do You Have to Report a Threat?What Happens If Someone Steals Your Catalytic Converter?Is It Illegal to Take a Cup From a Restaurant?Lewis v. U.S. (1980): Prior Convictions and Firearms Can You Get in Trouble for Reporting Illegal Content?Is Possession of Narcotics a Felony?What Is the Animal Cruelty Statute of Limitations?What Happens When a Jury Cannot Agree on a Verdict?What Are San Francisco's Knife Laws?How Long Does a Misdemeanor Stay on Your Record in NC?How Does a Parole Hearing Work? Process and Possible Outcomes The United States v. Nosal Ruling on Authorized Access What Are the Consequences for Swatting Someone?Malloy v. Hogan and the Right Against Self-Incrimination The Thompson v. Hubbard Ruling on Habeas Corpus Rules Midgett v. State: A Case on Murder and Intent What Speed Is Reckless Driving in NC?The Don Bradley Case: The Murder of His Parents People v. Casassa: Defining Extreme Emotional Disturbance State vs. Smith: What It Means in a Criminal Case US vs Sharpe and the Reasonable Length of a Police Stop The Steve Titus Case: A Tragic Story of Wrongful Conviction The Kendrick Morris Case: From Conviction to Exoneration How Long After a Domestic Violence Charge Can I Own a Gun in CA?Can Police Search Your Car if Your License Is Suspended?What Does Nolle Prossed Mean in a Criminal Case?