Do Domestic Abuse Cases go to Court?
Posted on December 14, 2021 by John
The short answer is, yes. Domestic abuse cases are rising in numbers and intensity across the U.S. In California, a sentence can run from a year in county jail for misdemeanors up to 4 years in state prison for felony sentences. While there are different levels of...
Is a federal speeding ticket a misdemeanor?
Posted on November 30, 2021 by John
Generally, yes. Just because you are not on a state-owned road does not mean you can’t get a traffic ticket. If you are issued a traffic citation by a federal officer in California, it will be because you violated a section of the same California Vehicle Code...
Is reckless driving a felony or misdemeanor....
Posted on November 16, 2021 by John
Given the number of cars on the road in California, authorities take reckless driving very seriously. The cause of the reckless driving can be a factor in determining the severity of the charge. If you are under the influence of drugs and/or alcohol, the offense is viewed...
How does a speeding ticket impact your....
Posted on November 2, 2021 by John
If driving for a living is your source of income, you should know that speeding tickets can seriously affect your driving privileges and livelihood. If a driver receives a speeding ticket and later loses their normal driving privileges, their CDL privileges will be affected as well. In...
How much are speeding tickets in California....
Posted on October 19, 2021 by John
A lot! California is one of the most expensive states for speeding penalties. While you may see the freeway as pretty “free” of monitoring by CHiPS, you would be mistaken. California takes its speed limits both on the freeway and local roads very seriously. If you get...
10 Questions to ask your DUI lawyer
Posted on October 5, 2021 by John
You are charged with a DUI. The arresting officer has followed all the protocols. Make no mistake, an arrest for driving under the influence is a serious offense that comes with serious consequences. Generally speaking, you should never try to fight a DUI charge on your own....
