Eyewitness identification plays an essential role in criminal justice cases and can be a crucial factor in determining the outcome of a trial. Unfortunately, mistaken eyewitness identification can have serious consequences, such as the imprisonment of an innocent person...read more
When you find yourself in a situation where you need legal representation, there are a variety of questions that may arise. One of the most common questions is whether or not your case will be tried before a judge...read more
Truancy in California Attending school is a daily practice for children and teens. California’s compulsory education law requires children six to eighteen to be enrolled in school. Although, there are exceptions when students legally ‘drop out’ early. When skipping...read more
Self-driving cars were once a futuristic and technological advancement. Still, now that it has come to life, it’s not uncommon to encounter cars with autonomous capabilities worldwide. Many consumers have purchased vehicles with different levels of autonomy, such as...read more
Can a Case Be Dismissed if Miranda Rights Aren’t Read? Can a Case Be Dismissed if Miranda Rights Aren’t Read? Under the fifth amendment, every person taken into custody by law enforcement for any suspected crime or violation has...read more
Medical emergencies, often stemming from traffic accidents, occur every day. Sometimes life or death hinges on whether a passerby stops to help in these dangerous situations. This might include providing various types of medical assistance, even when untrained. Consider...read more
Sex offender registries in California and throughout the country have the rule that sex offenders must register for life. However, California recently changed its sex offender registry laws so that not every sex offender must register for life. The...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