Not Guilty, A Law Podcast

Forum Selection, You Have A Choice

Proceeding to trial by jury or judge alone is a very important decision to make and yes you have a choice. Attorney John Calcagni gives examples of tactical circumstances where one might consider to choose by a judge sitting alone vs the common 12 individuals known as the Jury. Pros and cons to both are discussed.  https://www.calcagnilaw.com/ [https://www.calcagnilaw.com/] John L. Calcagni, III, is a prominent Rhode Island criminal defense attorney with extensive experience as a former military prosecutor (JAG Corps) and Special Assistant U.S. Attorney, specializing in federal, state, and military cases, including violent crimes, drug offenses, sex crimes, and white-collar cases, leveraging his prosecution background for defense in state and federal courts. He holds a Juris Doctor from Roger Williams University Law School, is admitted to practice in multiple states and federal courts, including the U.S. Supreme Court, and is recognized as a SuperLawyer.

Firearms Laws

The 2nd Amendment of the constitution gives citizens the right to bear arms. However, not all firearms are legal to own and the laws vary from state to state. Now more than ever, technology has made access to "guns" easier but this doesn’t always mean it's legal. Attorney John Calcagni highlights how laws are constantly being updated to keep up with all the technical advancements. There's even a new term that's developed over the years referred to as " Ghost Guns"  https://www.calcagnilaw.com/ [https://www.calcagnilaw.com/] John L. Calcagni, III, is a prominent Rhode Island criminal defense attorney with extensive experience as a former military prosecutor (JAG Corps) and Special Assistant U.S. Attorney, specializing in federal, state, and military cases, including violent crimes, drug offenses, sex crimes, and white-collar cases, leveraging his prosecution background for defense in state and federal courts. He holds a Juris Doctor from Roger Williams University Law School, is admitted to practice in multiple states and federal courts, including the U.S. Supreme Court, and is recognized as a SuperLawyer.

5th Amendment Rights

We hear it in movies and on TV all the times. "you have the right to remain silent anything you say will be used against you" Under the Fifth Amendment of the U.S. Constitution, you have the right to remain silent and do not have to answer questions from law enforcement, whether or not you are under arrest. To invoke this right, you must state clearly that you are exercising it, rather than just staying silent.  Attorney John Calcagni discusses this topic in great detail.  https://www.calcagnilaw.com/ [https://www.calcagnilaw.com/] John L. Calcagni, III, is a prominent Rhode Island criminal defense attorney with extensive experience as a former military prosecutor (JAG Corps) and Special Assistant U.S. Attorney, specializing in federal, state, and military cases, including violent crimes, drug offenses, sex crimes, and white-collar cases, leveraging his prosecution background for defense in state and federal courts. He holds a Juris Doctor from Roger Williams University Law School, is admitted to practice in multiple states and federal courts, including the U.S. Supreme Court, and is recognized as a SuperLawyer.

Various Ways of Attnoney Compensation

In general there are 3 ways to compensate an Attorney. Learn the difference between Contiguous, hour rate and a flat rate fee.    https://www.calcagnilaw.com/ [https://www.calcagnilaw.com/] John L. Calcagni, III, is a prominent Rhode Island criminal defense attorney with extensive experience as a former military prosecutor (JAG Corps) and Special Assistant U.S. Attorney, specializing in federal, state, and military cases, including violent crimes, drug offenses, sex crimes, and white-collar cases, leveraging his prosecution background for defense in state and federal courts. He holds a Juris Doctor from Roger Williams University Law School, is admitted to practice in multiple states and federal courts, including the U.S. Supreme Court, and is recognized as a SuperLawyer.

Federal Drug Crimes

Federal Drug Crimes fit into 3 categories. Attorney John Calcagin breaks down the complexities of it all on this episode.  https://www.calcagnilaw.com/ [https://www.calcagnilaw.com/] John L. Calcagni, III, is a prominent Rhode Island criminal defense attorney with extensive experience as a former military prosecutor (JAG Corps) and Special Assistant U.S. Attorney, specializing in federal, state, and military cases, including violent crimes, drug offenses, sex crimes, and white-collar cases, leveraging his prosecution background for defense in state and federal courts. He holds a Juris Doctor from Roger Williams University Law School, is admitted to practice in multiple states and federal courts, including the U.S. Supreme Court, and is recognized as a SuperLawyer.