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If you are a parent who is headed for divorce, child support is probably weighing heavily on your mind. Will you be ordered to pay child support? Or, if not, how much will you receive? As the founder of The Law Office of John Harvell, I have nearly 30 years of experience practicing law and I am fully prepared to guide you through your child support case.
Child Custody and Visitation
It is very common that a person charged with domestic violence also receives a civil petition for Protection from Abuse or Protection from Stalking When a person files a Petition in District Court, the Judge can issue temporary orders preventing individuals from returning to their home and/or having contact with significant others or spouses. Those temporary orders can also define and restrict child custody or parenting time.
Spousal Support
If you are getting a divorce, you may be wondering if the judge will order you or your spouse to pay "maintenance" (alimony). My name is John E. Harvell, as a judge for the City of Merriam who has nearly 30 years of legal experience, I am confident in my ability to guide you through your divorce proceedings.
Battery is defined generally as any unlawful and willful use of violence or force on an individual, or the unlawful touching or striking of another against their will. Aggravated battery is battery with an aggravating factor, such as a weapon. It can also include battery against a protected person (such as a child, elderly person, or government agent), battery in which the victim suffers serious injury, or battery which occurs in a protected place (such as public transit or a school zone). Aggravated battery is considered a very serious person felony in Kansas, and can bring penalties of up to 43 months in prison for a first offense. Other penalties that may be included are probation, loss of the right to possess or own firearms, and substantial fines. If you have been charged with aggravated battery, it is advised that you hire an Olathe criminal defense attorney right away, who can protect your rights and give you the best possible chance at a fair and just trial.
DUI/DWI
1. If you have been arrested for a DUI, you have two distinct legal problems. The first is a civil proceeding regarding your driver's license. The second problem is the criminal DUI. They both have different legal standards, and the result on each will not influence the other.
Wrongful Death
Sex Crimes
Felonies: Battery, Aggravated Battery, Assault, Aggravated Assault, Residential Burglary, Aggravated Residential Burglary, Robbery, Aggravated Robbery, Criminal Damage to Property, Domestic Violence, Fleeing & Eluding, Criminal Terroristic Threat, Sexual Battery, Aggravated Sexual Battery, Indecent Liberties with a Child, Solicitation of a Minor by Internet and Rape
Fraud
White collar crime is typically described as criminal offenses that are business-related and of a financial nature. Such crimes violate federal law and more often than not are tried in a federal court. Crimes that would be considered white collar include bribery, bankruptcy fraud, bank fraud, embezzlement, counterfeiting, tax evasion, money laundering, and insurance fraud, among others. The penalties involved in conviction of a white collar crime can include restitution to the victims of the crime, forfeiture, home supervision, and jail time.
Robbery
Burglary
Contact an Olathe burglary defense attorney if you have been charged with burglary and need legal representation in your case.
White Collar Crimes
Depending on whether state or federal laws were violated when the crime was committed, white collar offenses can be tried at either the state or federal level, and the penalties can vary accordingly. If the crime is tried at the federal level, the proceedings can often be complex, and the federal prosecutors involved can often take their time investigating the case, sometimes taking over a year to gather evidence and testimony. If you have been charged with a white collar crime, you could be facing serious consequences, and you should contact an Olathe criminal defense lawyer immediately to give you the best chance of a fair and just trial.
The penalties and prosecution of drug crimes in Kansas are taken extremely seriously; if you have recently been charged with something of this nature, it is not something for you to shrug off, take lightly or ignore in the hopes that it will simply go away with time. It has become common practice for Johnson County police to pull over a vehicle in a routine traffic stop and then search that car based solely on an odor that causes them to be suspicious of possible drug possession. I, John E. Harvell, strongly believe that odor is not sustainable reason for search - if you have been subjected to an illegal search that led to a drug charge, you should not hesitate to contact an Olathe criminal lawyer such as myself as quickly as possible.
Assault
If you are facing violent crime charges, contact my Olathe violent crime firm immediately for assistance. There can be serious consequences if you are found guilty of assault or battery, including jail time. The severity of the sentencing will depend on whether or not a weapon was used in the situation (aggravated assault), if any injuries occurred and their severity, if the crime also resulted in a violation of a restraining order, and any prior criminal history.
Murder
Manslaughter involves the killing of an individual in a manner considered less culpable than murder. The distinction between the two, and the differentiation between levels of criminal culpability, is usually based on the state of mind of the perpetrator.
Juvenile Crimes
Common juvenile crimes include a range of behaviors considered criminal when minors commit them. Some common examples include...
Probation Violation
Contact an Olathe probation violation lawyer at the firm for sound advice and a strong defense regarding revocation of probation.
Shoplifting
Theft is a criminal charge that can include a variety of illegal acts. The basic act is that of appropriating someone else's property without their consent. This can include buying stolen property, bouncing checks, shoplifting, and general theft. The penalties of a theft conviction can vary depending on the specific crime committed and the circumstances surrounding the commission of the crime, such as the value of the item or items taken. The punishment can be as small as a monetary fine, or as steep as jail time, if the crime has been elevated to felony status. If you have been charged with a theft crime, it is important to know that you have rights in this situation, and a skilled Olathe criminal defense attorney can help you in protecting those rights and fighting for a beneficial outcome to your case.
Restraining Order
A restraining order is a serious issue to resolve. Such an order may have been issued against you based upon false accusations. If you have had a domestic violence restraining order or protective order, I can help. I am attorney John E. Harvell, and I represent the criminally accused in all types of domestic violence cases. I have been practicing law for over 20 years, and I am dedicated to giving every person I serve my personal best. As a former prosecutor, I have gained a great deal of insight into trial law, how to gain ground, about reasonable doubt and other issues of concern to a defendant. If you have been accused of domestic violence and now are facing the restriction imposed by a temporary restraining order, call my firm at once. You have the right to seek to get the order dismissed, and I can advise you about what could be done to get this accomplished.
Money Laundering
Kidnapping
Kidnapping in Kansas Is defined as a taking or confining of a person accomplished by force, threat or deception and does not depend upon any distance the person is taken or any period of time. Kidnapping is a felony and you are entitled to and should have a lawyer present during any questioning by law enforcement agents. As a suspect you do not have to answer any questions put to you by law enforcement personnel. Prosecutors and police officers take a serious view of kidnapping and will not simply accept your word that you are innocent. The penalties will be severe if you are convicted.
Manslaughter
Voluntary manslaughter - This involves a situation where the offender has an intent to cause death or serious injury, but their liability is reduced by the circumstances surrounding the incident or their state of mind at the time. One of the more common examples is a "heat of passion" killing, such as witnessing an attack on an innocent person and responding with force which causes death.
If this is your first DUI offense, and your DUI did not conclude in an accident, personal injury or wrongful death, then you could possibly be eligible for what is known as a DUI diversion program. If you enter into this program, you will have the chance to avoid a DUI conversion, however, the diversion will remain on your record to be used against you in the case of future DUI offenses. After entering into the diversionary program, there will be several terms and conditions that you will have to abide by. For example, you must not violate the law, you must not consume alcohol of any kind, and you must complete the alcohol classes. There will also be testing for drugs and alcohol, along with monthly meetings. If you fail to meet these terms, your case will be put back on track for conviction and imprisonment.