When confronted with criminal charges in California, a plea bargain might seem to be an appealing alternative to avoid the risk of a trial. However, there may be other issues that could impact the case such as sentencing laws based on previous convictions. This...
Month: June 2020
Illegally seized evidence may be excluded
California law enforcement does not always act appropriately when gathering evidence. The question is whether evidence that is improperly gathered can be introduced into court. This questioned is governed by a legal theory called the "Fruit of the Poisonous Tree"...
Man who drove into manure pond charged with DUI
A 45-year-old man is likely regretting his decision to get behind the wheel on Memorial Day. A social media post from the California Highway Patrol reveals that he found himself sinking in a pool of liquid manure after losing control of his SUV in southern Sacramento...
California couple charged with robbery and auto
A 28-year-old man and a 32-year-old woman have been taken into custody in California in connection with a convenience store robbery and a car . They are both being held at the El Dorado County Jail. The woman has been charged with possessing a stolen vehicle and...