Defending The Rights Of Clients Throughout San Diego County Since 1999
Anything that you say to a police officer who stops you on a California road may be used against you in the future. That is why watching what you say is crucial. Remember that you have a constitutional right against self-incrimination. You do not have to admit...
The many intersecting paths of California's international marketplace may contribute to those who buy and sell consumer electronics facing felony fraud charges. It is not improbable that you might find yourself somehow swept up in a large-scale fraud scheme involving...
Driving while under the influence is a serious crime in California. The penalties that you may face if convicted can be severe. Not only that, but even before you go to court for a DUI, the Department of Motor Vehicles may curtail your driving privileges with an...
There are only two instances that can make the police arrest you for a DUI charge in California; if you drive while under the influence of drugs and alcohol, or if your blood alcohol concentration tests to be 0.08% or more. Unlike most crimes where you will not get...
People are charged with assault in a variety of circumstances. Sometimes, people face these serious charges after trying to protect themselves from an attacker. However, the person who started the incident (as well as some of their friends) may lie about what happened...
When a California trooper pulls you over, it can easily put anyone on edge, especially if you are a Latino man. Avoiding these common pitfalls can help you before, during and after the stop. Refusing a chemical test The California Legislature assumes that because you...
People who live in California know that the state has some of the strictest drunk driving laws in the country. While it is important for people to make wise decisions and not unnecessarily endanger themselves or others, it is also important for the rights of all...
Theft in California is frequently divided into categories of grand and petty . This distinction is often made by the value of items that are stolen. Whether a person is charged with petty or grand is important because punishments for grand are often more severe....
The stress of a car accident weighs on a person’s mind enough without the added layer of a false DUI charge. Accidents happen, even when you drive responsibly. Perhaps it is the fault of the other driver or perhaps you made a simple traffic error that led to an...
A criminal charge can potentially change your entire life. It can shape your ability to find employment and the way that other people see you. For some Californians charged with crimes, the charge itself is unfair. This is true if the officer behaved wrongly or...