If you have been accused of domestic violence, you will more than likely face a temporary restraining order or emergency protective order. Upon receiving the restraining order, you typically have 21 days to plan for the court hearing that will review the case to...
With technology exponentially becoming more advanced, new laws are being created every year just trying to keep up. The online presence in today’s society has grown to levels that were inconceivable only 20 years ago. Even the trend to conduct work remotely has shot...
White Collar Crimes can be fairly complicated, but there are strategies that can be implemented that can help defend your case. It is a broad term that covers a wide range of crimes that involve finances. These crimes are categorized as “non-violent” as they typically...
Being charged with Domestic Violence is a heavy accusation. It has a stigma in our society that even if you are incorrectly accused of it, more times than not, people tend to side with the alleged victim. Although courts claim to be non-biased, domestic violence cases...
Have you been arrested and charged with a crime recently? Do you believe that the odds are not in your best interest and will be found guilty? We’re here to tell you that is nonsense. You are always innocent until proven guilty in a court of law and deserve the best...
Shoplifting is one of the most common crimes in California, but that doesn’t mean the penalties will be light. Large fines, imprisonment, criminal records, and other penalties can all be a part of your punishment. Willfully entering a commercial establishment with the...
Evidence is arguably the most important element in any case and trial. Both the criminal defense attorney and the prosecutor try to generate enough evidence to convincingly sway the jury or court to their reasoning. If the evidence is convincing enough or...
Being arrested or charged with a violent crime can be overwhelming as you feel there is no clear path to freedom. However, depending on your case there may be a solution to help give you a fighting chance. If you acted in self-defense in any way or the cause/aggressor...
In California, domestic violence is a serious crime. The state aggressively prosecutes those who commit domestic violence. In most cases, a person accused of domestic violence is charged with a misdemeanor offense. However, under certain circumstances, domestic...
In California, child custody is awarded based on what the court considers to be the best interests of a child. A history of domestic violence that includes domestic violence restraining orders (DVROs) can have a significant impact on a court’s decision when it...