Vincent Rivera

If you need a Kansas criminal defense lawyer, *call Vincent Rivera at 913-210-0844* or visit us at https://riveralawoffice.com

#QualifiedImmunity #PoliceBrutality #civilrights

In this video, Vinnie Rivera discusses the legal doctrine of qualified immunity and how it is often used by police officers to shield themselves against civil rights violations and brutality lawsuits.

Vinnie explains that in order for a plaintiff to beat a qualified immunity defense, they need to find a prior case with identical facts and a court ruling that the identical case is a civil rights violation. This requirement makes it difficult for plaintiffs to prove their cases, and the judge often dismisses the case at the beginning, preventing the jury from hearing the evidence.

Qualified immunity has received criticism from many, including U.S. Supreme Court Justice Sonia Sotomayor, who believes it sanctions a "shoot first and think later" approach to police.

Vinnie ends with a discussion of the "End Qualified Immunity Act" introduced by Congressman Justin Amash and Cory Booker in response to recent events. The act aims to change the legal, political, and cultural insulation police officers have from consequences when they violate the rights of the people they serve. To learn more about civil rights violations and the legal system, visit us at https://riveralawoffice.com or call 913-210-0844

*About Rivera Law, LLC*

Your Criminal Charges Do Not Define You.

One aspect of our firm focuses on criminal law, led by Attorney Vincent Rivera. If you or someone you know has become involved in the criminal process, a knowledgeable and experienced Kansas criminal defense lawyer could make the key difference to securing a favorable outcome for you and protecting your rights as a defendant. Whether you have misdemeanor or felony charges against you, your criminal past should not define the rest of your life.

Attorney Vincent Rivera will do his best to help you argue for reduced penalties and protect your reputation following an unfair arrest or accusation. He is a shrewd trial lawyer and negotiator, and he is also on good terms with the local judges and attorneys. In the face of criminal charges, let Rivera Law, LLC assert your rights as a defendant and protect your future before the prosecution, judge, and jury.


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00:00 - What is Qualified Immunity?
00:20 - Intro
00:26 - Qualified Immunity Defense
00:30 - Defining a Clearly Established Right
00:59 - George Floyd case
01:28 - When Does Qualified Immunity Apply?
01:52 - Criticism of Qualified Immunity
03:54 - Ending the Qualified Immunity Act
04:17 - What do you think about Qualified Immunity?
04:23 - Outro

What is Qualified Immunity? Why does it help enforce police brutality?

Criminal Defense Lawyer Vinnie Rivera explains with George Floyd case as an example.

If you need a Kansas criminal defense lawyer, call Vincent Rivera at 913-210-0844 or visit us at https://riveralawoffice.com

#mirandarights
#CriminalJustice
#PoliceInterrogation
#KnowYourRights

Vincent Rivera, Kansas criminal defense lawyer, explains the importance of understanding Miranda warnings. The legal requirement for Miranda warnings is necessary only under certain circumstances, which can be remembered as "Miranda equals custody plus interrogation."

A court determines whether you were in custody by asking whether your freedom was restrained in a significant way.

However, being in custody is not enough to trigger Miranda warnings. For Miranda to apply, you have to be in custody and subject to interrogation. It's important to understand your rights in these situations, and if you're unsure, always ask for an attorney.

Call Vincent Rivera at 913-210-0844 or visit ihttps://riveralawoffice.com if you need help with a criminal case.

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00:00 - Intro
00:07 - Miranda Warnings
00:10 - When Is It Necessary
00:20 - Rather Or Not You Were In Custody
00:40 - Being In Custody
00:45 - Your Voluntary Statement
01:10 - When Miranda Rights Apply
01:18 - Outro

If you need a Kansas criminal defense lawyer, call Vincent Rivera at 913-210-0844 or visit us at https://riveralawoffice.com

#police #law #lawyer

Kansas criminal defense attorney Vinnie Rivera talks about the four types of police interactions, which are
voluntary encounter,
detention,
custody,
and arrest.

The interactions are on a spectrum, and as they move from voluntary encounter to arrest, the burden of proof on the government increases. For instance, in a voluntary encounter, the police do not need any evidence, while for an arrest, they need to have established probable cause. Vinnie mentions that in a motion to suppress, the prosecution wants to move everything to the far end, while the defense wants to move things as close to arrest as possible.

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Need an attorney? Call Vincent For A Free Consultation At 913-210-0844


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00:00 - Intro
00:07 - Police Interactions
00:14 - 1. Voluntary Encounter
00:24 - 2. Detention
00:33 - 3. Custody
00:42 - 4. Arrest
00:54 - The Cops Burden Of Proof
01:20 - Your Rights
01:30 - What is Motion To Suppress?
02:08 - Outro

If you need a Kansas criminal defense lawyer, call Vincent Rivera at 913-210-0844 or visit us at https://riveralawoffice.com

#sentencing #attorney #lawyer

Vinnie Rivera explains the importance of having a criminal defense lawyer during the sentencing process. He mentions that most cases end up at sentencing, and many jurisdictions use a sentencing grid. The grid takes into account the criminal history and level of the offense, which creates a guideline sentence.

Vinnie emphasizes the importance of ensuring that the client's criminal history and level of the offense are correctly scored. However, determining the level of the offense is not always simple, and it can involve complicated calculations based on various factors.

At sentencing, the attorney's role is to advocate for their client and present their unique story to the court. The attorney needs to present the factors that make the client's case unique and show the grounds for departing from the presumptive guideline.

Vinnie advises clients to ask potential attorneys how they plan to present their story at sentencing and to choose an attorney who understands the guidelines and can advocate for them effectively.

Visit us at https://riveralawoffice.com

Need an attorney? Call Vinnie For A Free Consultation At 913-210-0844

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00:00 - Intro
00:07 - Sentencing
00:13 - Sentencing Grid
00:29 - Guideline Sentence
00:44 - Sentencing Guidelines
00:53 -Level Of The Offense
01:04 - Base Offense
01:48 - Make An Exception
02:00 - Attorneys ability
03:03 - Outro

If you need a Kansas criminal defense lawyer, call Vincent Rivera at 913-210-0844 or visit us at https://riveralawoffice.com

#police #lawyer #criminaldefense

Vinnie Rivera discusses three important things to remember during a police encounter.

First, when you ask for an attorney, all questioning must stop. If you keep talking after asking for an attorney, it will erase your request for one.

Second, you have the right to refuse a search of your person, car, or home. Third, if you are nervous or uncomfortable during a police encounter, you can ask the officer, "Am I free to leave?" If they say anything other than yes or no, you should repeat the question.

By saying no to a search or asking if you are free to leave, you are protected under the law and the Constitution. The police cannot detain you or search you without evidence that you committed a crime. If they ask for your consent to a search and you give it, they no longer have to prove reasonable suspicion to a judge.

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Need an attorney? Call Vinnie For A Free Consultation At 913-210-0844


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00:00 - Intro
00:07 - Police Encounters
00:45 - Am I Free To Leave?
01:45 - Why Do Police Ask For Permission?
02:04 - Voluntary
02:17 - Outro

If you need a Kansas criminal defense lawyer, call Vincent Rivera at 913-210-0844 or visit us at https://riveralawoffice.com

#plea #pleabargain #criminaldefense

Vinnie Rivera discusses how the vast majority of cases end up being resolved through plea bargaining. When an individual receives a plea offer, they should consider two questions:

1) What are they getting? (e.g., Are charges being dismissed or is the sentence below guideline?)

2) Can they do better on their own? This question involves determining the likelihood of legal and factual defenses winning at trial.

Vinnie emphasizes that most attorneys receive the same plea offer at the beginning of the case, regardless of whether they are a public defender or a private attorney. However, an experienced litigator is needed to take negotiations past the initial round and file motions to suppress or dismiss, and ultimately prepare for trial or appeal. Doing so can result in a better plea offer or a resolution that the client is satisfied with.

Visit us at https://riveralawoffice.com

Need an attorney? Call Vinnie For A Free Consultation At 913-210-0844

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00:00 - Intro
00:07 - Plea Offers
00:11 - What Are We Getting?
00:23 - Can We Do Better?
00:42 - The Plea Offer
00:53 - Why You Need A Trial Attorney
01:11 - When Plea Negotiations Break Down
01:24 - Getting Ready For Trial
01:41 - Outro

If you need a Kansas criminal defense lawyer, call Vincent Rivera at 913-210-0844 or visit us at https://riveralawoffice.com

#attorney #lawyer #criminaldefense

Summary: Vinnie Rivera discusses the importance of finding the right lawyer for a criminal case. Vinnie stresses that it's important to not just hire any lawyer but to find one with the right experience and who can effectively defend the case. It's suggested that clients should ask potential lawyers about their experience, how they plan to handle the case, and what motions they plan to file. Vinnie advises interviewing multiple attorneys before making a decision on who to hire.

Visit us at https://riveralawoffice.com

Need an attorney? Call Vinnie For A Free Consultation At 913-210-0844

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00:00 - Intro
00:07 - Hiring An Attorney
00:46 - Interview The Attorney
00:59 - What To Ask The Attorney
01:26 - Choose The Attorney Right For You
01:42 - Outro

If you need a Kansas criminal defense lawyer, call Vincent Rivera at 913-210-0844 or visit us at https://riveralawoffice.com

#criminaldefense #lawyer

In this video from Vinnie Rivera explains the two categories of defenses in criminal cases: factual defenses and legal defenses.

Factual defenses involve denying the defendant's involvement in the crime, such as saying "I didn't do it - some other guy did it."

Legal defenses, on the other hand, are based on legal grounds and involve arguing that the police or prosecutors violated the defendant's rights, such as an illegal search or coerced statement.

Vinnie also discusses the self-defense claim, which is a hybrid between factual and legal defense. Self-defense allows individuals to use force to defend themselves, another person, or their property, but the force used must be reasonable. When raising a self-defense claim, the defendant is admitting guilt and shifting the burden of proof to prove that the force used was reasonable and necessary.

It's crucial for defendants to hire an experienced defense attorney who can evaluate their case and determine the appropriate defense strategies. For legal and factual defenses, an attorney can file a motion to suppress or argue against the charges, respectively. For self-defense claims, an attorney can help the defendant prove that the force used was reasonable and necessary in the situation. To learn more about the legal services provided by Rivera Law, visit their website at https://riveralawoffice.com or call for a free consultation at 913-210-0844

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00:00 - Intro
00:07 - Two Kinds Of Criminal Defenses
00:21 - 1. Legal Defense
00:55 - Motion To Suppress
01:10 - 2. Self Defense
2:35 - Hiring A Criminal Defense Attorney
2:45 - Outro

If you need a Kansas criminal defense lawyer, call Vincent Rivera at 913-210-0844 or visit us at https://riveralawoffice.com

#probation #diversion #criminaldefense

This YouTube video from Rivera Law in Olathe, Kansas explains the differences between diversion and probation in legal cases.

Vinnie explains that diversion is designed for first-time offenders and is an agreement between the defendant and prosecutor to keep the conviction off of the defendant's record. If the defendant follows all the rules and requirements during the diversion period, the case will be dismissed. However, diversion comes with some catches, including waiving the right to a jury trial and the right to contest the case. The defendant must also submit a written confession. If the defendant violates the diversion agreement, the police reports and confession will be used to find the defendant guilty.

In the video Vinnie provides essential information to individuals who are facing criminal charges and are considering diversion or probation as an option.

Visit the Rivera Law website, https://riveralawoffice.com, to learn more about the legal services the firm provides.

Need an attorney? Call Vinnie For A Free Consultation At 913-210-0844

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00:00 - Intro
00:07 - When A Case Settles
00:12 - Diversion
00:20 - Difference Between Diversion And Probation
00:34 - Diversion Agreement
00:47 - Giving Up Your Rights On Diversion
01:23 - If You Violate Diversion
01:39 - Outro

If you need a Kansas criminal defense lawyer, call Vincent Rivera at 913-210-0844 or visit us at https://riveralawoffice.com

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00:00 - Intro
00:07 - Your Two Options
00:24 - Fighting The Case
01:04 - Moving Forward To Trial
01:31 - Jury Selection by a Criminal Defense Lawyer
02:05 - Opening Statements by a Criminal Defense Lawyer
02:30 - Interrogating Witnesses
02:44 - Closing Arguments by a Criminal Defense Lawyer
02:57 - Appeal by a Criminal Defense Lawyer
03:15 - Outro

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#trial #trialattorneys #lawyer