Over 27 Years Of
Criminal Defense Experience
The authorities in California take a harsh stance against extortion. Facing charges for this offense can be a frightening experience. It will probably be even more frightening if your case ends in a conviction. The penalties can be severe, disrupting your life in many...
An assault charge can threaten your freedom and disrupt your life substantially. Some people believe assault is a relatively simple offense that only comes with a single penalty. In truth, assault is charged in numerous ways in California. Knowing your precise charge...
Anyone who’s facing criminal charges must carefully consider the options they have for resolving their case. This could mean preparing for a criminal trial by working on the defense strategy, but that’s not the only option that’s available. Some defendants opt to...
A common perception among many parents is that if their teenager is accused of a crime, they will automatically be processed through the juvenile justice system. This is often true; California has already passed legislation that disallows the prosecution of teenagers...
If you’re facing serious criminal charges and you’re sitting in jail, it’s only natural to reach out to your family and friends for a little moral support and any other assistance they may have to offer – but you need to watch what you say. Many jailhouse calls are...
You may be tempted to run if you hear a knock on your door and open the curtain to see police officers outside. A similar thing may occur if they try to arrest you when you are walking down the street. Or if they try to pull you over while you are driving. If you know...
There’s no question that mental health issues can impair someone’s judgment and cause them to behave in unexpected ways – but is the “insanity defense” really viable? Under California’s laws, you can’t be convicted of a crime if you were legally insane at the time of...
Embezzlement is wrongfully appropriating funds or property entrusted to one's care. In California, the severity of the charge — whether a misdemeanor or a felony — depends on several factors, like the value of the stolen property or the situation surrounding the...
Most criminal defense strategies focus on raising questions about someone's participation in criminal activity. Efforts to exclude evidence or locate alternate suspects can potentially help a criminal defendant establish the reasonable doubt necessary to avoid a...
California is well known for having less restrictive marijuana laws than other states. It was one of the first states to allow medical marijuana, and state law now allows for the use of recreational marijuana. This trend is spreading across the country. That being...
