4 Frequently Asked Questions About San Diego Criminal Defense
4 Frequently Asked Questions About San Diego Criminal Defense A good defense is critical when you are facing criminal charges in San Diego. Start by learning the basics about your rights. As an experienced criminal defense attorney who has been practicing in San Diego since 2003, there are certain questions that our office gets time…
Is Vehicle Tampering a Crime?
Is Vehicle Tampering a Crime? Even if you didn’t steal any property or cause any damage, tampering with a vehicle is a crime in California. You may think that vehicle tampering is a minor infraction that won’t have any serious consequences. In the state of California, this is not the case. You can incur a…
Should You Represent Yourself in Court?
Should You Represent Yourself in Court? When your freedom is on the line, you need an experienced criminal defense attorney to fight on your behalf. With all of the crime dramas on television, you may think you know enough about the criminal justice system to successfully defend yourself in court. While many people do choose…
What is a Suspended Imposition of Sentence?
What is a Suspended Imposition of Sentence? California defendants may have options after a conviction or pleading guilty to a crime. Learn more about a suspended imposition of sentence. You’ve been convicted of a crime. Or maybe you’ve pled guilty. In either case, it is up to the judge to deliver your sentence. While a…
How to Get Charged with Disorderly Conduct in California
How to Get Charged with Disorderly Conduct in California Read on to see which activities are included under the California disorderly conduct laws. Has a night out in San Diego’s Gaslamp Quarter resulted in an arrest for disorderly conduct? Have you participated in protests or riots and ended up in handcuffs? Disorderly conduct arrests are…
What is the Difference Between Theft, Robbery and Burglary in California?
What is the Difference Between Theft, Robbery and Burglary in California? Property crimes are serious business in California. Find out why you need a San Diego defense attorney to help you through your case. The crimes of burglary, theft and robbery are often used interchangeably, but they are different under the California law. If you…
3 Important Benefits of Hiring a Small Law Firm
3 Important Benefits of Hiring a Small Law Firm Before you hire the large, national firm, consider the following benefits of hiring a small, boutique firm to handle your California criminal case. The criminal justice system is no walk in the park. In fact, it can be one of the most frightening times in a…
4 Critical Mistakes Criminal Defendants Make
4 Critical Mistakes Criminal Defendants Make Don’t commit these mistakes that could put your case in jeopardy and cost you your freedom. When you’ve been charged with a criminal offense, it is a serious matter. You might feel helpless to fight against the legal system and worried about the consequences of your charges. While there…
Infractions, Misdemeanors and Felonies: What You Need To Know
Infractions, Misdemeanors and Felonies: What You Need To Know If you have been charged with a punishable offense, it is in your best interest to understand the consequences of a conviction for each. In the state of California, offenses are generally categorized as either infractions, misdemeanors or felonies depending on the severity of the crime.…
What To Do If You Have a San Diego Arrest Warrant
What To Do If You Have a San Diego Arrest Warrant Protect your freedom by securing a San Diego criminal defense attorney as soon as you know there is a warrant for your arrest. “We have a warrant for your arrest.” These are words that no one wants to hear. Having an arrest warrant in…