Criminal Defense

Although people frequently assume that California has incredibly liberal drug laws, the reality is a bit more complex. Despite drug policy reform, people can still get arrested for substances ranging from prescription medications to popular drugs. Many of the people...

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...

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...

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...

If your employer accuses you of stealing company funds or property, you may be concerned about the case's potential effects on your career and the legal problems you may face. How you act during such a time is crucial. You don't want to engage in actions that may...

Multiple types of crimes can involve a conspiracy. Everything from the theft of a car to white collar fraud can involve more than one person.  People often don’t realize that conspiracy to commit a crime can be, in itself, a criminal offense even if the crime was...