Year: 2024
Drunk driving charges can be problematic for commercial drivers
In California, any allegation of driving under the influence can cause problems for the driver. Not only might they lose their driver’s license, but they will face hefty fines and the possibility of jail time. Some, however, can even have their livelihoods taken away....
Why you need to be engaged in the jury selection process
You have a constitutional right to be tried by a jury of your peers. This protection seeks to provide you with a fair trial where a unanimous decision must be made as to your guilt before a conviction can be obtained. Fortunately, you’ll get to have a say in what the...
How can I fight DV allegations in a divorce to avoid charges?
Domestic violence allegations are never a good thing. However, divorce proceedings in Newport Beach, California, can become significantly more complex and emotionally taxing when allegations of domestic violence surface. This is especially true when this is the first...
Don’t back these costly errors in your criminal case
Regardless of the type of crime you’re accused of committing, a criminal conviction can cause significant damage to your life. You could end up facing jail or prison time, financially ruinous fines, and harm to your character that negatively impacts everything from...
Drug possession charges and common defense options
Whether it was a traffic stop or another incident that subjected you to a search, it is important to understand you rights every step of the way. If the search resulted in a drug charge, you may immediately feel like you are stuck and must face the consequences...
What are my rights if I am stopped by police in California?
Getting stopped by the police can be an intimidating experience. Many people make the mistake of giving the police too much information or consenting to searches of their personal property. If you have been stopped by police, it is important to remember that you have...
Handling ‘he said/she said’ issues in domestic violence cases
A domestic violence accusation is something many people fear. One reason is that there are so many harmless or innocent situations that could result in domestic violence charges. A neighbor or bystander may overhear you and your spouse or partner having a heated...
Minimizing the reliability of the prosecution’s witnesses
When you’re accused of criminal wrongdoing, you have to aggressively defend yourself if you want to protect your future. After all, any kind of conviction can upend life as you know it, making it hard to reclaim the life that you once knew. One area of attack that you...
When is a DUI considered a felony in California?
In California, driving under the influence is typically classified as a misdemeanor. However, depending on the circumstances of your case, prosecutors may decide to charge you with a felony instead of a misdemeanor. Here a few possible situations when drunk driving...
Addressing an accusation of self-dealing
If you are in a position of trust and authority within an organization and are accused of self-dealing, you could face criminal penalties as well as reputational harm. There are defenses that may be available to you, however. Self-dealing Self-dealing applies when a...