When you’re going to court after having been charged with a crime, it is very rare that your fate is set in stone. From helping you get plea deals to reduce your sentences as much as possible, a qualified defense lawyer is somebody who will be at your side throughout the duration of your hearing. 

If you’ve been convicted of a crime and need defense, contact the office of John Kirby Law. John D. Kirby is an experienced defense attorney specializing in areas ranging from drug crimes to white collar crime. Here are ways in which he can minimize your sentencing when you’ve been convicted of a crime.   (more…)

If you or somebody you know has been charged with a felony, there are a few crucial things that you should not say to law enforcement. It is important to remember that your lawyer’s role is to help you out if you are suspected of trouble with the law and that the prosecution can file charges against innocent suspects in the hope of obtaining a conviction. 

Unfortunately, the justice system is not perfect, and innocent people do go to prison. If you have been charged with a felony, read these tips from the law offices of John Kirby Law before you talk to anybody who is not your criminal defense lawyer.   (more…)

Mortgage fraud is a type of white collar crime that targets mortgage lenders and other financial institutions. Despite improvements in technology designed to combat the traditional methods of mortgage fraud, fraudsters learn quickly and are coming up with new ways to get around the improvements that the mortgage industry makes. Mortgage fraud is defined by the FBI as “some type of material misstatement, misrepresentation, or omission in relation to a mortgage loan which is then relied upon by a lender.”  (more…)

Tax season is the least favorite time of year for many people. Not only is there the task of reconciling an entire year’s worth of personal or business finances, there’s also the issue that paying tax liabilities can cause a financial strain. Many people do everything they can to reduce their tax liability. However, some of these attempts may be considered illegal and a person can easily find themselves on the bad side of the IRS.  (more…)

The term “white collar crime” often gets tossed around the media, yet many people aren't clear on what white collar crimes are and who is affected by them. There’s a general understanding that money is typically involved, but that’s about the extent of the average person’s understanding.  (more…)

Qualifying for a loan today isn’t as easy as it once was. A combination of higher interest rates and increasing demands for various types of loans means that lenders have the luxury of being more discriminating in who they choose to lend to. When you’re looking for a loan, you also want the best interest rate and repayment terms. If your financial health isn’t in tip-top shape, it can be tempting to bend the truth a little to sway the odds in your favor.  (more…)

Embezzlement occurs every day throughout every type of industry. Once a crime that was built primarily around greed, acts of embezzlement often occur due to workplace pressure, bribery, and sometimes out of desperate need. The reason embezzlement occurs doesn’t change the fact that it’s considered a serious crime, with consequences that significantly affect your reputation and life.  (more…)

Macaluso’s attorney, John D. Kirby, argued nothing would be accomplished by sending his client to prison. Kirby told Judge Benitez Macaluso "needs to be out of custody to earn money (to support) his family" and pay back his victims and other creditors.

Kirby said a lengthy term of home confinement would be a more suitable punishment for Macaluso, who cannot practice law for at least five years.

Assistant U.S. Attorney Mark Conover said prison time is the appropriate punishment for the 53-year-old and would send a message to other attorneys and professionals that criminal behavior will not be tolerated.

Federal guidelines put Macaluso’s sentence between 10 and 16 months but defense argued for less time, ultimately dropping it down to 5 months.

Judge Benitez also ordered Macaluso to serve three years on probation after his release from prison. Macaluso will be allowed to spend the holidays with his family. In addition to serving five months in federal prison, Macaluso must pay a $100,000 fine and $150,000 in restitution payments.

If you’ve been arrested for or charged with a federal offense, Law Offices of John D. Kirby, A.P.C. can help you by:

• Thoroughly investigating your case
• Determining whether any evidence against you may have been obtained illegally
• Interviewing all parties involved
• Negotiating reduced charges or penalties with the prosecution, if possible

Having a lawyer who can handle federal criminal defense can make the difference between successfully fighting your charges and spending years in jail. Call today to speak to Law Offices of John D. Kirby, A.P.C. about your case.

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