Pretty much everyone knows that it is illegal and dangerous to drive while using a cell phone. Unfortunately, plenty of people still talk and text on their cell phones without even using hands free solutions. A “textalyzer” is a proposed piece of technology that would allow police to see if someone has recently used their […]
Archives for October 2017
California’s System of Cash Bail and The Pros and Cons of Bail Reform
We’ve previously talked about a lawsuit hoping to put an end to California’s cash-based bail system, but as the lawsuit continues its way through the court system, the legislature has went ahead and introduced a bill hoping to do the same thing. While the bill has been stalled during this legislative session and will probably […]
The Man Saved From Prison By An Episode of Curb Your Enthusiasm
From the most minor statement to the police to the tiniest piece of forensic evidence, it’s amazing what can make or break a case. In fact, one lucky man actually fought a murder charge thanks to an episode of HBO’s Curb Your Enthusiasm. Mira Mesa defense attorney Peter Liss has the story. In 2003, Juan Catalan was arrested […]
Is It Illegal to Wear a Mask in Public in California? Not in Most Cases
Maybe it’s because of Hollywood or maybe it’s just because California loves Halloween more than others, but California’s mask laws are pretty relaxed overall. In fact, whereas some states only allow people under 16 to wear masks and others ban their use outside of October, wearing a mask in public is legal in California for […]
Common Criminal Defense Strategies That Work With Most Crimes
If you are charged with a crime, you will either be asked to plead guilty or not guilty. If you plead not guilty, you and your criminal attorney will need to present a defense against the prosecution to show there is not enough evidence against you to prove your guilt. In order to do this, […]
Better Understanding Plea Bargains in San Diego
Everyone knows the term “plea bargain” and most people understand the basics of the concept, but few people aside from San Diego plea bargain lawyers understand the process and the California laws they must follow. Here’s a little primer on what goes into making a plea bargain in San Diego county. Plea Bargains Are Common […]
The Legal Gray Area Involving Disabilities and Rape: Defense in Vista
Under California law, rape doesn’t only occur when a person has sex with someone who said “no,” it actually occurs when a person has sex with someone who does not consent. In some cases, like those involving statutory rape, the other party may not even be able to consent -even if he or she says […]
Possible Penalties for Destroying or Hiding Evidence
It’s safe to say that most people know you’re not legally supposed to destroy evidence, but for those facing criminal charges, it may still seem like a promising option if it means escaping conviction. Unfortunately, destroying or even hiding evidence is itself a serious crime and sometimes people end up in jail for destroying evidence […]
