Domestic Violence Charges Can domestic violence charges be expunged in California? A domestic violence conviction is a serious criminal matter and can flip your life upside down. Not only is domestic violence punished harshly in California, but convicted individuals...read more
Being pulled over for a DUI is a frightening experience and is often many Californians’ first brush with the state’s criminal justice system. In the heat of the moment, some individuals may be tempted to resist the arresting officer...read more
4 Steps to Getting Domestic Violence Charges Dropped If you have been charged with a domestic violence offense, you may feel understandably stressed and overwhelmed. California takes domestic violence charges seriously, and those convicted may face heavy fines and...read more
Can My Child Testify in Court During My Criminal Case? If a child bears witness to a crime like domestic violence, they may be subpoenaed to testify in a criminal court. Testifying before a judge and jury can be...read more
Despite being different crimes that carry different penalties, many Californians use the terms theft, burglary, and robbery interchangeably. If you face any of these charges, it is essential to understand the difference and your legal options to protect your...read more
Resisting Arrest Charge The United States Constitution guarantees every American the right to free speech and assembly and to be free from unreasonable searches and seizures. Sometimes, however, those rights conflict with an order from a law enforcement officer...read more
Misdemeanor and felony crimes in California are generally punishable by terms of incarceration. However, that doesn’t mean that everyone convicted of a crime in California will spend time in jail or prison. Many can receive favorable probation terms that...read more
It is common to think of domestic abuse, also called domestic violence, as a purely physical act. However, the law in California also treats some non-physical actions as domestic abuse. Authorities can charge you with a domestic violence crime...read more
Are Police Officers Allowed to Lie As criminal defense lawyers, we constantly have to battle against popular myths about what the police can and cannot do. One of the most common misconceptions we hear from our clients who face...read more
Domestic Violence Charge Having a domestic violence charge can trigger strong emotions. It’s common to feel betrayed by your accuser and to believe the facts have been twisted against you. You may even feel the need to talk to...read more