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Drug trafficking comes with serious penalties in California, but the penalties may become harsher if the judge determines that there is gang-related activity involved, as well. According to California Penal Code 186.22(a), membership in a gang on its own can have...
Should California law enforcement officers pull you over and arrest you for allegedly driving while under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs, your best interests dictate that you immediately contact a criminal defense attorney experienced in defending DUI/DWI...
California, much like many other states, has legalized recreational and medicinal marijuana use. However, that does not mean that a person cannot be arrested for crimes related to the sale, distribution, and even personal use of the drug. Understanding...
Embezzlement is the act of using property which the owner has entrusted to someone's care in a way that affects the true owner adversely. In other words, it is the unlawful misappropriation of property already under an individual's management. A California judge...
When officers in California suspect you of driving under the influence, they may administer a breath or blood test. These tests determine your blood alcohol content (BAC) level. Each has its good points, but they also both have their flaws. Because of this, neither is...
Drunk driving is taken very seriously in the state of California. As a result, it's crucial that you fully understand your rights and obligations if you're charged with DUI. The State of California Department of Motor Vehicles provides the following answers to...
Law enforcement officials charged a California music director with one count of wire fraud after he failed to deliver on his promise of holding a charity concert featuring high profile musicians. Herbert Weston & Tanya Weston, Criminal Lawyers, in Vista,...
Police detectives can be tremendously intimidating. After all, not only do they carry guns, but they also have the ability to take away your freedom. If officers suspect that you have committed a crime, they are likely to question you. Still, the United States...
If you are facing criminal charges in California, you may wonder how long the process will take. You may be eager to get out of jail and get back to your life. This is understandable. The U.S. Constitution provides you with the right to a speedy trial. That will...
Residents of California have likely heard the term "double jeopardy" used before, but unless you have tangled with the criminal justice system in some way, it may not be meaningful to you. According to FindLaw, double jeopardy is used to prevent the same person from...
