Years ago, an Arizona man found himself in some trouble when he was arrested, cited, and released for drug possession by law enforcement while visiting Fresno County. Unaware that a case had been filed against him, he returned to Arizona. Years after this run-in with…
California recognized the use of marijuana as a legitimate medical treatment for certain conditions and diseases in 1996, but federal law continues to lag behind. Recently, a young woman was spending time in Kings Canyon National Park and was written up by a park ranger…
Drug crimes are taken very seriously in California, even with the legalization of medical and recreational marijuana. Attorney Mike McKneely assisted a client to have two old drug cases – one alleging cultivation of cannabis and another for possession for sale of large quantities of…
If you have a California marijuana possession conviction on your record, it may have caused you a number of problems. But now that recreational marijuana is legal in California, you may wonder “can my drug conviction be expunged?” The answer depends on your specific conviction,…
In California, distributing illegal drugs is considered a felony and those convicted face considerable jail time and other life-long consequences. As an experienced Fresno criminal defense attorney, Michael McKneely understands that some people become caught up in difficult situations and do not necessarily deserve such…
Driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs poses a significant threat to other drivers and offenders face serious consequences in California like the loss of your license, expensive fines, and even jail time. Fortunately, attorney Michael McKneely knows how a DUI conviction can seriously…
In California, a criminal case is always a frightening ordeal, but when you are in fact innocent, a criminal charge can be especially terrifying. If you find yourself in handcuffs after being falsely identified or incorrectly accused of a crime, it is absolutely critical to…
