In most situations, the strength of the evidence in a California criminal case will determine its outcome. Therefore, it isn't uncommon for a defense attorney to make an effort to suppress evidence in order to weaken the case against his or her client. Let's take a...
Criminal Defense Blog
Do I have to inform my employer about a DUI arrest?
DUI arrests may prove shocking and embarrassing. Someone might make a regrettable mistake and find him or herself arrested and facing serious charges in California. Unfortunately, problems may arise between an employer and an employee after the worker faces DUI...
Reliability of dental evidence
If you look at Hollywood movies and television shows, it seems that two pieces of evidence tend to always be the final nail in the coffin for the accused. These include fingerprints and dental marks. However, unlike fingerprints, there is very little confidence in...
What happens when you’re arrested for drug possession?
If you're arrested for drug possession in California, your behavior could determine the outcome of your court case. Many people make costly mistakes because they don't know what to expect from an arrest. Here's a rundown of what occurs when you're arrested for...
Can you refuse a sobriety test?
Under California law, you are not required to perform a field sobriety test. However, the police officer is still able to arrest you if they believe there is enough evidence that you were driving under the influence. What field sobriety tests do most police officers...
Can California’s Clean Slate Law help if you already have a record?
Millions of people go through California’s penal system every year, and many of them find they’re still paying for their crimes long after they did their time. Their criminal records stop them from getting jobs, renting apartments, getting professional licenses and...
Misconceptions about undercover cops
In cases in which people commit a crime in the presence of an undercover cop, their defense could include police entrapment. This defense can apply in courts everywhere from California to Florida, and it involves claiming that the police officer set up the person to...
Questioning positive drug test results
If you tested positive for a drug that is illegal in California, the consequences can have a significant impact on your life. A positive drug test could lead to criminal charges, loss of employment or a probation violation. That’s why it’s important to question the...
How to exercise your right to remain silent
If you are taken into custody in California, you must be notified of your right to remain silent. However, if you fail to invoke your right to do so, anything that you say may be used as evidence in court. Let's take a look at what you must do to invoke your right not...
Parsing the definition of ‘driving’ in a California DUI case
When most people challenge drunk driving charges, they focus on whether the suspect was actually drunk behind the wheel. But in some cases, the more important determination to be made is whether a suspect was driving. If a witness sees a moving vehicle with someone...
