Criminal Defense

Moving to a new country brings with it a lot of challenges for the average immigrant, no matter what their legal status. One area that can be particularly confusing is understanding the regulations surrounding marijuana use, both for medical and recreational purposes....

One of the most repeated myths about drunk driving is that drivers should suck on pennies if they’re asked to take a breath test. This myth has been proven wrong many times, however, that doesn't stop many people from sucking on a penny in an attempt to avoid criminal...

Some stores and malls are overzealous when it comes to protecting their goods. That can lead to innocent or otherwise well-meaning people being stopped and accused of shoplifting. If you are ever accused of shoplifting, the consequences could range from immigration...

If you are charged and convicted of drunk driving in California, you will face a range of legal and personal consequences. Fortunately, you can avoid the repercussions that come with a guilty verdict by working out a plea deal with the prosecution. A plea deal is an...

Criminal convictions can count against you in immigration matters. The United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) can (and does) appeal to courts to deport people or refuse them visas or citizenship due to their criminal history. While you might not...

If you’ve been charged with a criminal offense, this means that the police and prosecution have at least some evidence against you. Importantly, this does not automatically mean that you are guilty of any crime.  Evidence comes in many forms, and eyewitness testimony...

If you have been accused of a violent crime, one of the first things you need to do is figure out your defense options. One of the worst mistakes you can make is to sit back and assume that everything will fall in place on its own.  Criminal defense is a formal...

You generally just drink at your house, so you never have to worry about driving. But then a friend invites you out for dinner, and you have a glass of wine while you eat. You find yourself wondering if it's safe to drive or if you could get a DUI. It is very common...

Many people who are facing criminal charges want to get out of jail while the case is moving through the criminal justice system. The conditions of this release from jail can vary based on the charge the person is facing and many other factors, such as their criminal...

The state of California does not have specific laws addressing the act of shoplifting. Instead, this offense falls under the general theft category. As such, the formal charge filed against you would probably read as “theft by shoplifting.” Most shoplifting charges...