From A Former Prosecutor
California courts issue different types of warrants. One of these is the bench warrant. Unlike other warrants, a bench warrant can be issued against you without your knowledge. In fact, it can take a minor infraction with the law to learn about an active bench warrant...
Being accused or charged with a crime can be a scary and stressful situation. Unfortunately, you may do things that make your situation even worse. Once you are aware of the accusation or charges against you, you must think carefully about what you do. Knowing what...
One of the first things a person facing criminal charges wants to know is what type of sentence they will have to deal with if they’re convicted of the crimes. While many people hope they don’t have to deal with it, the question still comes up. It isn’t always easy to...
In a criminal case, the court may bring forth an eyewitness to testify against an alleged criminal. The eyewitness may state that they saw the defendant act against the law and, having witnessed it in person, may be able to provide accurate details on who was involved...
If you’re pulled over by police under the suspicion of drunk driving you may be asked to do a breath test to evaluate a driver's blood-alcohol concentration level. Alternatively, they may ask the driver to do a series of evaluations typically called standardized field...
If you are charged with a criminal offense, you are entitled to elect for a jury trial as opposed to having your hearing in front of a judge only. For many people, the thought of having a jury trial is intimidating, especially if this is their first dealing with the...
Facing charges of armed robbery can be sobering. Not only do you have to deal with the immediate consequences if you are convicted, but you may also face long-term consequences because of this crime. Because the potential penalties for this crime are so serious, it’s...
A DUI conviction can impact your life in many ways. Something you may not realize is that this conviction may limit where you can travel. Some countries won’t allow you to enter for up to 10 years after receiving the conviction. Knowing the rules will help you see...
Being accused of a crime can be a scary and overwhelming situation. If you know you are innocent, it makes the situation even more difficult. Along with working with a professional to build a solid defense, it’s also important to avoid some of the most common...
Generally, assault is classified as a criminal act to harm someone or put them in a sense of fear for their life. Assault isn’t a universal term, however, and can be caused by several different reasons. You may be acting out of sudden anger, after being provoked. You...