A DUI arrest often comes as a shock, especially for drivers who never expected to face criminal charges. Many people assume the process will be straightforward or that the outcome depends on a single factor, such as a breath test result. In reality, California DUI...
Posting pictures and videos on your social media platforms after a night out is normal. However, if you are facing a driving under the influence (DUI) charge in California, your online posts can turn into evidence against you. Understanding the state’s rules of...
Driving under the influence (DUI) charges are relatively common in California. They are one of a handful of crimes that may involve people with no intention of breaking the law. A variety of different scenarios can potentially lead to DUI allegations and significant...
You have different rights under state and federal laws that apply in different personal circumstances. For example, your property ownership rights come into play when you file for divorce or when dealing with a boundary dispute with your neighbor. Some of your most...
Criminal charges can affect your freedom and your finances. If you are an immigrant, a worker in the country on a visa or even someone with a Green Card, a criminal charge can also impact your right to stay in the United States. The United States Citizenship and...
A criminal record can limit you in many areas of your life, from your educational and employment opportunities to where you can live. These days, it seems like almost everyone does a criminal background check before they agree to do business with you. If you have an...
In California, a misdemeanor is any criminal offense that is punishable by less than one year in county jail. A misdemeanor is less serious than a felony but still carries potentially harmful consequences. If convicted of a misdemeanor, you could face: Up to six...
Puede ser muy alarmante cuando la policía lo detiene y lo trae a la comisaría por una interrogación. Todos hemos visto mil veces esa escena en las películas, pero igual es normal ser nervioso en ese ambiente tan intimidatorio. Es esencial que usted entienda sus...
A bill currently pending in the California legislature would lower the minimum blood-alcohol content (BAC) from 0.08 to 0.05. Read more about it at: https://sacramento.cbslocal.com/2019/02/26/lower-california-blood-alcohol-limit/
There are new laws and/or changes to existing laws that go into effect January 1, 2019 and are meant to make California roads safer. These laws include helmet restrictions, temporary license plates, gender identity on driver’s license, DUI penalties, and more. READ...
