Clinton E. Parish
Strategic Defense From A Former Prosecutor
If you are taking prescription medication, be sure to read the instructions very carefully so that you do not accidentally put yourself in a position where you could face impaired driving charges. Specifically, what you are often looking for is an instruction that you...
It took years, money and hard work to achieve your professional license, and it’s crucial to your ability to earn a living. However, a DUI conviction can impact your license and job. Beyond fines, driver’s license suspension and possible jail time, the most lasting...
In the judicial system of California, a court date is not optional, but a mandatory appointment with the law. Many individuals mistakenly believe that if they simply "forgot" or were overwhelmed by a busy schedule, the court will be inherently understanding. In...
People accused of domestic violence offenses due to altercations involving family members or romantic partners may worry about the implications of a felony conviction. Frequently, they may choose to negotiate a plea bargain. The goal may be to reduce the charges...
Most people charged with driving under the influence assume the case will hinge on challenging their blood alcohol content (BAC) results on field sobriety tests. Those factors are important, but they’re not always the foundation of a strong DUI defense. In many DUI...
People often panic after a domestic violence arrest and may rush to cooperate with law enforcement or enter a guilty plea, often in hopes of limiting the sentence imposed by the courts. However, once a defendant pleads guilty, they have minimal leverage for bargaining...
One of the first things a police officer may ask you to do, if they think you are impaired by alcohol or drugs, is to take a field sobriety test. Common examples include the horizontal gaze nystagmus test, the walk-and-turn test and the one-leg stand test. But what...
Police officers responding to domestic violence calls have to make rapid assessments of the situation. Frequently, they conclude that one party is an offender, while the other is the likely victim. The party accused of starting or escalating the conflict may end up...
If you drink alcohol and then drive, there is always a risk that you could face impaired driving charges. One key factor is blood alcohol concentration, which can be measured with a breath test. For most drivers, the legal limit is 0.08%, although there are...
It’s not unusual for a discussion to quickly turn into a heated argument. Usually, emotions calm down, and life goes on. California treats domestic violence differently than some states do. For example, it isn’t limited to physical assault. There are times when verbal...