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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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
In early November, California authorities arrested a man after he allegedly broke into a pizza restaurant and made himself a meal as he robbed the place. The incident took place in Orange County. Hungry burglar breaks into pizza restaurant According to local media...
California Gov. Gavin Newsom signed a bill into law on Sept. 30 that reduces the amount of time offenders in the Golden State will spend on probation. Assembly Bill 1950 limits probation to one year for misdemeanors and two years for felonies. Under previous laws,...
In October, the governor of California signed several bills that represent the state's answer to equality from law enforcement. The specific actions facilitated by the group of assembly bills include shorter probationary terms for misdemeanor offenders, the ability of...
Over 120 people in California have been arrested and charged with drug trafficking through a massive online ring known as "Stealthgod." The ring reportedly operated on the darknet, which uses special software to keep users' identities anonymous. The group is accused...