In our practice we are often asked the question “Am I required to submit to field sobriety tests?” Many drivers are unaware of their rights when it comes to field sobriety tests, and often feel pressured to submit to a test when detained for driving under the influence. In fact, most police officers simply fail …
DUI Case Collapses in Nevada Crash that Killed 5
A criminal case has collapsed against a teenager accused of driving drunk and causing a crash in Nevada that killed five Southern California family members. Prosecutors and defense attorneys said Wednesday that DNA evidence proves 18-year-old Jean Ervin Soriano wasn’t driving the SUV that rear-ended a van carrying seven people to the Los Angeles area …
No Contact Order
A no contact order or protective order can be issued by a court when an individual has been charged with a crime of domestic violence. The no contact order can be issued by the court on its own motion. The order will typically remain in place pending a resolution of the case. It can, in …
Domestic Violence Charges
Domestic violence charges can be extremely complicated and require the representation of a knowledgeable domestic violence attorney. Domestic violence charges depend upon the relationship between the defendant and the alleged victim. If a family member of the household commits a crime against another member of the family or household, or if you are in a …
Boating Under the Influence
It’s that time of year again, summer is here and people throughout California will be taking to the water to enjoy our state’s recreational water-sport areas. Boating Under the Influence, also known as DUI boating and boating DUI, is not as common as a DUI, however, if you are convicted under one of California’s BUI …
California Lawmakers Considering New Rules for Medical Marijuana
A pair of bills that would enhance the legal standing of medical marijuana providers have advanced in the Legislature following this month’s landmark court ruling that affirmed the rights of local governments to ban dispensaries. The bills are two components of the ongoing and often passionate arguments between Californians who support brick-and-mortar marijuana dispensaries and …
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Drunk Driving Laws in California
Drunk driving is a serious crime that can carry severe penalties. Laws and penalties dealing with drunk driving are only going to become stricter in the future in an effort to prevent deadly drunk driving accidents. Drivers in California should be aware of the following laws: Drivers under 21 may not carry unsealed beer, wine …
Tougher Drunk-Driving Threshold Proposed to Reduce Traffic Deaths
Washington (CNN) — A common benchmark in the United States for determining when a driver is legally drunk is not doing enough to prevent alcohol-related crashes that kill about 10,000 people each year and should be made more restrictive, transportation safety investigators say. The National Transportation Safety Board recommended on Tuesday that all 50 states …
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California Supreme Court Deals Massive Blow to Medical Marijuana Industry
The California Supreme Court ruled Monday that local municipalities can legally ban medical marijuana dispensaries, dealing a massive blow to the burgeoning industry that’s exploded across the state since 2009. The ruling in City of Riverside v. Inland Empire Patient’s Health and Wellness Center (PDF) boils down to whether the California constitution trumps provisions in …
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California Medical Marijuana Regulation Bill Passes State Assembly Committee
A bill to regulate California’s billion-dollar medical marijuana industry cleared a major hurdle Tuesday when the state assembly’s public safety committee voted to move it forward. AB 473, introduced by Assemblyman Tom Ammiano (D-San Francisco), would require all pot-related entities, except for caregivers and patients, to follow rules to be created by the Department of …
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