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Edwin B. Brown

Edwin B. Brown is the Managing Partner at Brown & Stedman LLP, serving clients from offices in Rancho Santa Margarita and Costa Mesa, California. With more than 37 years of legal experience, he focuses his practice on immigration, employment law, and criminal defense. Mr. Brown is admitted to the California State Bar (1979) and earned his J.D. from Loyola Law School, Los Angeles, after graduating from Brigham Young University.

LATEST ARTICLES BY: Edwin B. Brown

California Man Sentenced On Methamphetamine Distribution Charge

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Last Modified on Jun 28, 2022

A California man has been sentenced to 10 years in a federal prison for selling methamphetamine. The 38-year-old Riverside County resident learned of his fate on Dec. 23 in a San Diego district court. He entered a guilty plea to a single…

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Criminal Conviction May Result In Deportation

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Last Modified on Jun 28, 2022

The federal government may downgrade an immigrant’s status if they have been convicted of a felony. However, this will depend on the type of felony and the facts of the case. Non-citizens who are convicted of crimes of moral turpitude or aggravated…

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California Street Gang Investigation Leads To 50 Arrests

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Last Modified on Jun 28, 2022

A multi-agency investigation into the activities of a notorious California street gang has led to the arrest of 50 individuals and the seizure of significant quantities of illegal drugs and guns. The results of the investigation were announced during a Nov. 19…

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Evidence Collected During The Naturalization Process

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Last Modified on Jun 29, 2022

As part of the naturalization process, an applicant may have to show that he or she is of good moral character. Immigration officials in California or anywhere else might be required to learn more about any offenses that an applicant has committed…

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An Aggravated Felony Can Affect Your Immigration Status

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Last Modified on Dec 29, 2025

It doesn’t matter if you’re a permanent resident of the United States, an immigrant or hold some other type of status, a felony charge is a big deal as a conviction can impact your personal, professional and financial lives. A non-citizen of…

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2 California Men Arrested After Police Dog Sniffs Out Drugs

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Last Modified on Jun 28, 2022

Prosecutors accuse two men arrested in San Mateo of transporting a large amount of drugs from Southern California to the Bay Area. The arrests of the men, ages 24 and 29, occurred after San Mateo police officers initiated a traffic stop on…

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Becoming A Dual Citizen In The United States

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Last Modified on Jun 29, 2022

Immigrants living in California may look forward to gaining U.S. citizenship, especially after navigating the immigration system and green card status for many years. However, they may wonder whether they can retain citizenship from their country of birth when seeking naturalization. Dual…

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Man Renews Citizenship Pursuit After Return To US

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Last Modified on Jun 29, 2022

Many people in California and across the country were troubled by a deportation case involving a veteran of the Afghanistan war. The man, a US Army veteran, re-entered the country from Mexico on Sept. 23, 2019, nearly a year and a half…

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When You Should Consult An Immigration Attorney For Help

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Last Modified on Dec 29, 2025

Depending on your legal status in the United States, there may come a point when you’re dealing with immigration-related issues. Rather than deal with these serious concerns on your own, it’s best to consult with an immigration attorney for help. A legal…

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Applying For A Fiancé Visa To The U.S.

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Last Modified on Dec 29, 2025

Many people in California who are planning to be married may wonder how they can bring their fiancé or fiancée to the United States. A fiance visa is an option for people planning to get married soon, and it is officially known…

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