Defending The Rights Of Clients Throughout San Diego County Since 1999
Driving off can be quite tempting when a law enforcement officer pulls you over. However, this would be a wrong move because California has a Vehicle Code § 2800.1 that prohibits drivers from lawfully evading a police officer. So the next time the police stop you, the...
Any car can technically be stolen. But if you have watched the news over the last few years, there has been a trend where vehicles made by Kia and Hyundai are being stolen at a greater rate than other makes and models. People who own these vehicles have become very...
If police officers get a search warrant, they may be allowed to enter your home. Generally, they have to take some sort of evidence or reasonable suspicion to a judge, who then signs the warrant. Police cannot just randomly get warrants and search people’s homes. They...
We recently discussed a bill in California that would have decriminalized psychedelics. These are a type of drug that is hallucinogenic. Magic mushrooms are likely used most often, but ayahuasca and ibogaine are also psychedelics. California would have become the...
Increasingly, people are using psychedelic drugs (also known as hallucinogens) to treat various mental health and substance abuse disorders. “Magic” mushrooms are among the most common. Several cities in Northern California (in addition to Portland and Denver) have...
The California penal code takes domestic violence allegations extremely seriously. It is not uncommon for a domestic violence call to end in an arrest and a formal charge. A domestic violence claim isn’t hard to make – and that’s still a long way from a conviction....
In all states, causing the death of another is considered a severe criminal offense. If charged with such a crime, it serves your interest to understand the nature of the specific charges filed against you. Learning the differences between murder and manslaughter may...
The specter of false domestic violence allegations casts a troubling shadow. A supposed surge of such allegations has become a matter of concern, raising questions about motives, consequences and overall impact on individuals and society. With that said, the...
Although California has a reputation for leading the country in drug policy reform, criminal offenses related to controlled substances are still one of the top reasons for prosecution in the state. Thousands of people every year end up arrested for possession,...
If you are curious about the legal ramifications of possessing Lysergic Acid Diethylamide, commonly known as LSD, you have come to the right place. LSD is a powerful hallucinogenic substance known for its ability to induce altered perceptions and profound sensory...