Skipping school is something most students do at one point or another. In fact, most schools have an unofficial “senior ditch day” that is celebrated by cutting class near the end of the year. But it turns out that when a minor misses too many school days, she can actually be labeled as “chronically truant,” […]
Did Shades Get Shafted by His Immunity Deal in Luke Cage?
Fans of Luke Cage are still reeling from the show’s cancellation in mid-October. In honor of Harlem’s hero, we’d like to take a look at the show -specifically the fate of one of Cage’s many enemies, Hernan “Shades” Alvarez from the perspective of a San Diego federal crimes lawyer. Be warned, the bulk of this […]
DUI Accidents That Result in Injury -San Marcos DUI Lawyer Peter Liss
Drunk driving is illegal because it is such a danger to the public. When that danger actually results in injuries, the penalties are greatly increased. If you have been involved in a DUI-related car accident that resulted in an injury, or even death, it is critical you contact a San Marcos DUI lawyer as soon […]
Escorts Vs. Prostitutes: Vista Sex Crimes Lawyers Peter M. Liss
We already talked about the fine line between prostitution and pornography, but that’s not the only legal activity that is only notably close to prostitution. Vista sex crime lawyers know that escorts are commonly confused with prostitutes, but while one is legal in California, the other is not. Here’s the difference between the two and […]
Can You Get a DUI for Sleeping in the Car? Oceanside DUI lawyer
People often head to bars and parties intending to only have one or two drinks and stay a while before safely driving home unintoxicated. If they drink more than they intended, they may opt to sleep in their vehicle before driving home in order to ensure they can safely navigate the road after the effects […]
What a Vista DUI Defense Attorney Says To Do During A DUI Traffic Stop
No one wants to be pulled over and when it does happen, you want to be back on the road as soon as possible. That’s why so many people are willing to answer police questions in an effort to speed up the process. But if you are suspected of driving under the influence, answering police […]
The Rising Alcohol Defense: San Diego DUI Attorney
There are many ways to fight a drunk driving accusation and the right defense depends on your specific situation. You might challenge the results of a chemical test, you might argue that you were illegally stopped, you may say there was an emergency that necessitated your driving while drunk, or even that while you were […]
Rape Charges Are Notoriously Difficult to Prosecute
While rape is a terrible crime, it is just as terrible to wrongly convict someone of the crime. That’s why America has the high burden of proof beyond a reasonable doubt when it comes to criminal charges. However, we are increasingly seeing rape charges brought up in college hearings with much lower standards of proof […]
When Neglect Becomes Manslaughter: Vista Child Abuse Defense Lawyer
Generally speaking, if you ignore your child’s basic needs, you can be charged with child neglect or endangerment. When your child dies as a result of negligence though, you could actually be charged with manslaughter. In these situations, it is critical you work with a Vista child abuse defense lawyer who can help you fight […]
Will a Case Get Dropped if a Victim Refuses to Testify?
A common question defendants ask their criminal lawyers in San Marcos is whether their case will be dropped if the victim doesn’t testify. This is especially true in domestic violence and sexual assault cases where the entire case may come down to one person’s account of events versus the other’s. The answer to this question […]
