If you are wondering if it is possible to be charged with a crime and imprisoned when you clearly did not commit that crime, you should know that, under certain circumstances, it most definitely is. That is because under California law, if you so much as encourage, assist, induce, or counsel someone else who does ..read more

A judge was accused of sexual harassment and mistreating staff and attorneys in Contra Costa County and subsequently lost his law license as per the State Bar’s determination. He then went into therapy for six months, consulted with fellow judges, did some volunteer work, and claimed that he had learned his lesson and would not ..read more

Anyone accused of child abuse or neglect may be facing some pretty serious penalties. In addition to the risk of losing custody of one’s children, the possibility of criminal charges that could lead to serious jail time is very real.  Abuse Defined According to the Federal Child Abuse Prevention and Treatment Act (CAPTA), abuse can ..read more

After a date that led to physical intimacy—intimacy that you thought was consensual– the partner involved has reported a completely different scenario than what you remember, and you’ve been charged with rape. How could this happen, and what does it mean for your future?  California Penal Code According to California statute, there is no real ..read more

Being charged with animal cruelty in the state of California is a big deal, resulting in time behind bars and big fines in most cases.  Fighting such charges will go much better for you with the help of an experienced and determined criminal defense lawyer. Specific Crimes and Penalties In general, it is against the ..read more

While there are those who assert that racial discrimination is an atrocious—albeit ancient chunk of American history, there are more than a few people of color who beg to differ that it has been alleviated in modern times. Discrimination based on race, ethnicity, national origin, and religion can be debilitating in all kinds of settings ..read more

If you have been arrested and charged with a crime, the best thing you can do is to cooperate with authorities on basic matters, like providing your name, and then respectfully request an attorney before answering any other questions. That is because, in the criminal justice system, coercion can be an issue that leads to ..read more

For non-citizens living in the United States, following all laws is crucial. While it is true that the idea of incarceration and fines is upsetting to anyone, things can get much more problematic for immigrants who lack U.S. citizenship. That is because, in certain situations, criminal activity could result in deportation. The rules set out ..read more

If being a hothead while you were behind the wheel led to an arrest, you could be facing some serious charges. Now, more than ever, you need an experienced criminal defense attorney looking out for your rights.  What is Road Rage? Road rage is displayed in many ways, none of which are acceptable under California law. Even an incident that does not result in injuries could land you in the slammer for as long as 90 days, in addition to some pretty hefty fines and impacts on your driving record and your ability to drive at all. Surely, misdemeanor reckless and aggressive driving charges are ..read more

Innocence and guilt are determined in courtrooms across the country every day. While the burden of proof is on the prosecution in any criminal trial, the defense strategy offered during a trial can certainly do a lot to dismantle a prosecutor’s presentation. Whatever defense you wind up with, you want your attorney to put forth a calculated foundation that challenges the theories delivered by the prosecution. Certainly, the best-case scenario has the defense providing an alternate theory of the case that will decimate any chance of a jury finding guilt beyond a reasonable doubt. An experienced ..read more