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Understanding California’s theft laws

On behalf of Dod Law, APC posted in Theft on Tuesday, October 29, 2019. Simple mistakes, misunderstandings or minor errors in judgment can sometimes result in serious consequences. For example, it is not uncommon for a misunderstanding between two parties to result in an allegation of theft. Understanding California’s theft laws is an important part of building a strong defense against these types of allegations. Even those who briefly exercised poor judgment should be sure to explore this topic when preparing defense plans. Theft — which is sometimes referred to as larceny — is considered a property crime. Proving that a theft occurred takes a lot more than just demonstrating that a defendant had possession of a property at a certain…


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Are you familiar with the criminal process for a DUI?

On behalf of Dod Law, APC posted in DUI on Wednesday, October 16, 2019. Being charged with drunk driving may feel like the end point of a situation, but it is actually the beginning of a much longer process. Following a DUI arrest, a defendant may be faced with any number of situations in which he or she may have to make important decisions. It is very helpful for defendants to understand the nature of the process before making any of those decisions. In California, a police officer will send a copy of a notice of revocation or suspension to the Department of Motor Vehicles — the DMV — after making a DUI arrest. The driver’s confiscated license will also be…


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Don’t make these mistakes at a California DUI checkpoint

On behalf of Dod Law, APC posted in DUI on Wednesday, October 9, 2019. With police throughout San Diego County cracking down on driving under the influence, it’s critical to understand the steps you can take to avoid trouble. Furthermore, if you come face-to-face with a DUI checkpoint, knowing what you should and shouldn’t do improves the likelihood of avoiding an arrest. Here are five of the most common mistakes drivers make at a DUI checkpoint: Suspicious driving: This can include everything from stopping and starting to switching lanes. If it’s anything that gives an officer reason to take notice, it’s something you want to avoid. Open alcohol container: This is a surefire sign that you’ve been drinking and driving….


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Bill would improve data collection in criminal justice system

On behalf of Dod Law, APC posted in Assault & Battery on Tuesday, October 1, 2019. California’s criminal justice system has serious flaws that impact defendants all across the state. However, the state legislature recently passed a criminal justice bill aimed at improving criminal justice records and creating methods for courts to easily share important data. Even though it was passed by the state legislature, it will not become law until the governor signs it. In its current state, the state’s criminal justice system has a significant number of data gaps in its criminal history records. According to the recently passed bill AB 1331, these gaps mean that the records are inaccurate and not reliable. This is backed up by…


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