The “Brady rule” requires the prosecution to turn over certain kinds of evidence in criminal cases. However, sometimes the prosecution ignores this rule. What are the consequences of a violation of the Brady rule here …
Can criminal charges be brought back up after being dismissed in Los Angeles? The answer to this question depends upon how your charges were dismissed. The court in California may dismiss criminal charges with or …
You could face serious penalties for a third charge for driving under the influence (DUI) in California. Will you go to jail for your third DUI? In many cases, you do face jail time if …
The Comprehensive Adult Use of Marijuana Act (AUMA), approved by voters in 2016 as Proposition 64, legalized recreational use of marijuana for all adults in the state who are 21 years or older. AUMA, which …
A DUI conviction in California means facing a variety of severe penalties. Even on a first conviction, you can be fined for thousands of dollars, have your license suspended for 6 months, and be forced …
If you get a fourth DUI in California, you may face substantial fines, up to three years of prison time, and the loss of your license. Those consequences can get worse if your fourth DUI …
In many instances, a third DUI is not going to be brought as a felony in California. Instead, if you are arrested for a third DUI in a 10-year period, you will be facing a …
The penalties for a DUI conviction are severe. As a “priorable” offense, the penalties become harsher for each repeat offense by the same individual. One of the scariest prospects for individuals charged with a third …
If you are facing a DUI offense for the first time, it can feel overwhelming. A first time DUI carries stiff fines and other penalties, including the potential for jail time. While it is likely …
If you are convicted of DUI in California, one of your penalties may include getting a breathalyzer device installed on your vehicle. This device forces you to test your breath for alcohol before the car …
