Over 27 Years Of
Criminal Defense Experience
Protests are often powerful expressions of collective voice, drawing attention to social, political or economic concerns. While many demonstrations are peaceful, there are moments when chaos and unpredictability take over. One concern that often arises is the...
A search warrant is often a requirement for the police to enter your home. They may ask for your consent, but you don’t have to give it to them. If there’s not an emergency that requires them to enter immediately, then they have to leave and get a search warrant, and...
When facing criminal charges, defendants may be presented with a plea bargain from the prosecution team. This arrangement generally requires the defendant to plead guilty to a lesser charge. A plea deal could also offer defendants a reduced sentence in exchange for...
If you’ve been accused of theft in California, you know that the ramifications can be serious. Depending on the value of the items you have allegedly stolen, you could be looking at significant time in jail. A criminal conviction can also have an impact on your...
The police have decided to detain you because they believe you were involved in a crime. Moreover, they want to read your text messages, thinking they may contain the evidence they’re looking for. For example, suppose you were arrested with drugs in your possession....
A of new laws signed last year by California Gov. Gavin Newsom went into effect at the start of the year. Some of them involve more serious penalties for retail and other property theft crimes. A number of the new laws make it easier for prosecutors to charge those...
Having a gun on you during the commission of a crime can significantly aggravate your criminal charges. California law treats firearms offenses seriously, and the legal consequences of a conviction can be severe even if you did not fire the gun. Here is what you need...
In some cases, DNA evidence is used to overturn convictions that were previously upheld by a jury. The accused may have maintained their innocence, but the jury believed they were guilty. Later, DNA evidence proves that the accused was telling the truth all along, and...
Popular beach destinations often feature heightened law enforcement to maintain public safety. As a result, it can be surprisingly easy to find oneself on the “wrong side of the law” when visiting one of Southern California’s many stunning beachfronts. Although...
When faced with the possibility of being involved in a criminal investigation, emotions can run high, potentially leading to poor decisions with long-lasting legal consequences. One of the most critical elements of navigating such situations is understanding how to...
