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Can You Get Fired From Work After a False Accusation of Domestic Violence?

False Accusations of Domestic Violence If you’re falsely accused of domestic violence, you must understand how these accusations can impact your professional and personal life. Besides potentially serving time and paying fines, the consequences can include the loss of your livelihood and other rights and privileges, such as losing your job.   Learn more about what happens with false accusations of domestic violence. That’s why it’s important to seek the advice of a domestic violence defense attorney. They will navigate the legal complexities of a domestic violence charge, producing the best possible outcome, especially if the charges stem from a false accusation. Then, you can not only potentially avoid criminal penalties, but you may be able to avoid other adverse repercussions…


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Can You Get a DUI if Your Keys Aren’t in the Ignition?

Can You Get a DUI Without Keys in Ignition There can be many different circumstances and facts in your case that may or may not result in a DUI conviction. While being in your car with a BAC of 0.08% or above may not warrant a DUI charge, according to California law, it is unlawful for a person who is under the influence of any alcoholic beverage and has a BAC of 0.08% percent or more of alcohol to drive a vehicle.  Learn more about whether you can get a DUI without keys in ignition. An experienced and skilled DUI defense attorney knows how to interpret this law with a particular focus on the word “drive.” They can discern whether…


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4 Immediate Action Steps You Should Take After a DUI Charge in California

DUI Charges in California When you’re stopped for driving under the influence, whether it’s your first time or not, the laws governing DUIs can be confusing. However, you should be aware of immediate action steps you should take when stopped for a DUI and what comes after. Some steps you’ll have to take may be the difference between helping and hurting your case.   Learn more about the 4 action steps you should take for DUI Charges in California. But you don’t have to do it alone. An experienced DUI defense attorney from Dod Law, APC can advise you on the laws regarding the specifics of your DUI case and lead you through the process of taking those steps for the…


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Everything You Need to Know About the California Open Container Law

California Open Container Law An open alcoholic beverage container in certain public places or a motor vehicle can have inevitable legal repercussions. Although these crimes are considered infractions, they can draw attention and lead to other charges that are misdemeanors and felonies. If this happens, you’ll need to understand the individual charges and the penalties that courts can impose.  Learn more about the California open container law. When you’re charged with alcohol-related crimes, a criminal defense attorney will know how to focus on each and determine the best legal strategy. Our team at Dod Law, APC may be able to lessen the impact of the fines you’ll have to pay, the effect on your driver’s license, and other associated difficulties…


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How to Conduct Yourself After Being Falsely Accused of Domestic Violence

Falsely Accused of Domestic Violence Your reactions when you learn that you’ve been falsely accused of domestic violence are probably one of shock, disbelief, and anger. Your first instinct may be to lash out or protest your innocence. You may want to try and convince the accuser to drop the charges. However, conducting yourself in these ways may hurt your case rather than help it.  A domestic violence defense attorney can advise you on the best way to conduct yourself while your domestic violence case is being processed through the criminal justice system. Your behavior and actions can either help or hinder the legal strategies and efforts your attorney puts forth on your behalf. Following your attorney’s advice on managing…


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What Happens to the False Accuser After a Domestic Violence Case?

Penalty for False Accusation of Domestic Violence There is nothing worse than being falsely accused of domestic violence. False charges can have many repercussions that extend beyond the criminal justice system. These false allegations can destroy your reputation, cause financial hardships, and cause other legal issues that will cost time and money to sort out.  Learn more about what happens to the false accuser after false accusations of domestic violence.  Learn more about the penalty for a false accusation of domestic violence. When you hire a criminal defense attorney experienced and skilled in domestic violence defense cases, they will work hard to expose the false accuser for what they are. However, the damage may have already been done to other…


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Can I Be Arrested for Possessing Medication Without a Prescription in California?

MEDICATION WITHOUT A PRESCRIPTION In California, healthcare professionals can provide a prescription for medications containing federally controlled substances, including physicians, dentists, and even veterinarians. However, if you’re found in possession of a controlled substance without a prescription, you can be charged with a drug crime and subject to arrest, incarceration, and monetary fines. Not all medications require a prescription, though, and there are several defenses that can be offered to explain how the drug came into your possession.  Can I be arrested for possessing medication without a prescription in California? If you’ve been accused of possessing medication without a prescription in California, it is important to speak with an experienced criminal defense attorney from Dod Law, APC about your case. We can…


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Can You Be Charged With Theft If You Accidentally Shoplift in California?

ACCIDENTALLY SHOPLIFT IN CALIFORNIA You are in a hurry to get home and stop at the grocery store on your way home from work. As you’re grabbing other food, you grab two cases of water and you put them under the cart on the rack. You get through the checkout counter and head out the door. As you are loading your groceries into the back of the car, the security guard approaches you and accuses you of shoplifting. You show your receipt to which he responds you have two cases of water that are not on the receipt.  Accidentally shoplift in California. While you had no intention of leaving the store without paying for items, it appears that you have done…


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Do Neighbors and Employers Have to Know If You Are on the California Sex Offender Registry?

When you have had a criminal conviction for a sex offense, your name will be placed in the California sex offender registry. In California, these charges are taken very seriously, and the conviction could remain on your record forever. However, this also leaves you in a predicament of not knowing whether you are obligated by law to notify your neighbors or your employer. The fact is you are not obligated to notify anyone of this fact. However, this does not mean they cannot find out your status on their own. If you have been registered on the sex offender registry and want to know your rights, reach out to us at Dod Law, APC today. We will help you understand your…


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Guide to Fighting White-Collar Crimes in California

White-Collar Crimes White-collar crime refers to a group of crimes committed in a business or governmental setting, typically for the sake of financial gain. While this type of crime results in significant costs for California and the companies that operate here, the act of preventing white-collar crimes can also result in a number of false accusations. Unfortunately, individuals who have been falsely accused still face a risk of being convicted of the crime and the subsequent negative impacts to their professional career, finances, and even their freedom. If you’ve been accused of a white-collar crime in California, an experienced criminal defense attorney can help you understand the legal options you have available in your unique circumstances. They may even be able to…


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