When a California driver receives a conviction for driving under the influence, he or she is subject to minimum base penalties. However, some convictions have extenuating circumstances that result in more significant legal consequences, including potential jail time,...
Survey shows Californians don’t know marijuana DUI laws
Many of us are aware that driving with a blood alcohol level of 0.08 or higher can result in a DUI arrest for driving under the influence of alcohol. However, a recent survey by Eaze shows that 46 percent of Californians do not know how much marijuana they are legally...
How can I know which assets will be divided in my divorce?
Division of assets can be one of the most contentious components of a divorce. You and your spouse brought different assets into the marriage. Then, you probably pooled some resources to build a comfortable life together. You worked hard to get those nice things, and...
Court-martials for military members accused of crimes
If a Californian is in the military and accused of committing a crime, they will often go through a court-martial, or a criminal trial for military personnel. A court-martial will try service members accused of civilian crimes, such as larceny or manslaughter, as well...
Defend against drug charges by establishing an unlawful search
In many cases involving drugs, law enforcement officials break into a house or search a vehicle and find illegal substances and/or drug paraphernalia. Prosecutors then build their drug crime case against the alleged perpetrator on the evidence found during that...
Relocating with your children requires a court order post-divorce
When a couple with children gets divorced, the court will generally award custody to one or both parents via court order. Assuming that both parents are stable and equipped to do so, the court will do whatever it can to ensure that both parents are involved in the...
Divorces impacted by new pet custody laws nationwide
When a married couple decides to call it quits, they often battle over property, spousal support and custody of the children. For many people, deciding who gets to keep the family pet can be one of the most difficult issues they will face throughout the divorce...
Is winning a drinking game worth the potential consequences?
There are many drinking games you could play with your friends this summer. But while a Beer Pong win could earn you some pats on the back at a party, is a temporary win worth the consequences you could face?Although you might hang out with people who think you are...
Vehicular manslaughter charges may stem from a DUI
When someone gets behind the wheel after drinking, they are typically not thinking about the worst-case scenario. The tragic reality is that many people end up getting killed in accidents involving a drunk driver. If you were arrested and charged for a DUI following...
What are our child custody options post-divorce?
If you are getting a divorce, you already know how difficult the process can be. However, for divorcing couples with children, there can be even more challenges. For instance, divorcing parents will often have to decide where the child will live and determine who will...
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