Causes of swollen lymph nodes. There are many causes for swollen lymph nodes. Most commonly, lymph nodes become swollen due to an infection, such as a viral upper respiratory infection like the common cold. Sometimes, lymph node swelling is caused by an underlying condition.
1 Felony and juvenile delinquency cases average much higher costs than other case types. 2  The average cost was roughly $2,600 for felony cases and $980 for juvenile delinquency cases. 3  In contrast, the average cost per case was estimated to be roughly $380 for a misdemeanor and $35 for an infraction.n January 2007, our office released the first edition of Californiaâs Criminal Justice System: A Primer to provide the public, media, and policymakers some basic information on the stateâs criminal justice system, caseloads, costs, trends, and outcomes.
1 For misdemeanor representation, you might pay a retainer fee of around $2,500 to $5,000. 2  The retainer for felony representation $5,000 to $15,000 but could easily be two or three times that amount for series crimes. 3  Although most criminal lawyers offer a free initial consultation, some may charge you a $100 to $250 consultation fee. Note that many criminal lawyers charge for expenses such as photocopying, research, travel, the use of a paralegal, and time spent corresponding with you over the phone or by email.