Many people who want to have their criminal records expunged ultimately want to have any evidence that they were in trouble with the law eliminated. After they go through this process, they think that their record will be erased. It will be as if they had never been...
A domestic violence conviction can have long-term consequences on your life beyond doing time in jail. You will also end up with a criminal record, and the negative perception from others could strain your personal and business relationships. One of the most common...
We’ve all seen disturbing videos of police traffic stops for minor violations like expired license plates, broken taillights and items hanging from the rearview mirror that turned deadly for drivers (as they can for officers). There have been calls for an end to these...
Everyone makes mistakes. Many mistakes don’t have large consequences and are easily forgettable. However, making a mistake that goes against the law could lead to serious criminal charges. To ensure that you don’t suffer the punishment of a criminal record, you...
Driving under the influence (DUI) of alcohol or other drugs is unlawful and dangerous. In California, you are legally drunk when your blood alcohol concentration (BAC) is 0.08% or more, 0.01% or higher for drivers under 21 years and 0.04 or more for commercial...
Individuals convicted of domestic violence often want to know if they can expunge, or remove, their past conviction from their record. A domestic violence conviction can severely affect an individual’s life, including in employment, licensing and other areas. Can the...
If the police are investigating you, it’s good to know about the fruit of the poisonous tree. This is a legal doctrine that offers you some protection in certain situations. It helps to hold the police accountable. Essentially, the fruit of the poisonous tree is...
If you are a suspect in a criminal matter, law enforcement will leave no stone unturned in pursuit of evidence they can use against you. Part of this may involve coming to your home in search of evidence. The 4th Amendment of the U.S. Constitution protects you from...
If you are stopped by the police with reasonable suspicion that you may be drunk, they may perform a breathalyzer test. If your blood alcohol concentration (BAC) level is 0.08% or more or 0.01% or higher for drivers under 21 or 0.04% or more if you are a commercial...
You know that you can be arrested if you’re caught with illegal drugs in California. An example could be something like cocaine or heroin. These are controlled substances that people are not allowed to use under any circumstances. They are widely used in a...
