Domestic violence convictions can result in your being deported, unless you negotiate a plea bargain with no immigration consequences.
Not Guilty Due to Sleepwalking? It Can Happen, but Rarely
It seems like something out of a bad detective story, but as more and more people have begun taking prescription drugs with sleepwalking as a side effect, the number of crimes committed by sleepwalkers have dramatically increased over the last few decades and most commonly include offenses such as murder, sex crimes (a specific condition […]
Fighting Stay Away Orders In CA -San Diego Restraining Order Attorney
Has someone you know, or even love, accused you of domestic violence, stalking or harassment? If so, they may also request a restraining order, also known as a “protective order” or “stay away order” against you. Peter M. Liss is an experienced San Diego restraining order attorney who can help those who have been accused […]
Terrorist and Criminal Threats: Penal Code Section 422 (PC)
Under California law, criminal threats of any nature, be they personal or terror-related, are charged in the same manner. That means whether you threaten to threaten to kill an ex or if you call in a bomb threat to an airport, you will still be charged with making a criminal threat. If you have been […]
What to Expect at Your Domestic Violence Arraignment
After you have been arrested for domestic violence, your first court appearance will be your arraignment. This step of the court process is one of the most important as it allows you to hear the charges that have been filed against you, deal with bail, schedule future court dates and re-addresses the protective order. One […]
Domestic Violence Class is Part of Most Offender’s Probation Terms
In California, most people convicted of domestic violence are required to go through a batterers intervention program. These year-long programs are designed to help offenders recognize their triggers and underlying issues that may result in their abusive behaviors as well as ways to rechannel their anger rather than act out in a violent manner. These […]
Do You Need a San Diego Elder Abuse Defense Lawyer?
When people discuss elder abuse in California, it’s all too common to imagine a dark, shabby nursing homes with inexperienced, underpaid staff and residents who have been shuttered away by relatives who don’t want to spend money on quality care. But it’s important to recognize that elder abuse can happen outside of retirement homes and […]
Coronavirus is Dangerous for Kids, Just Not in the Way You Think
Most people think that the novel coronavirus presents no threats to kids, but the reality is more complicated than that. In fact, children can get the disease and while most fare better than adults, those with a compromised immune system are still at risk of complications and even death. But coronavirus is dangerous for kids […]
What is Child Endangerment in CA? San Diego Child Neglect Attorney
There are many forms of child abuse, with child endangerment being the most common. This crime occurs when a child is exposed to unjustifiable suffering, danger or pain, even if no actual suffering or pain occurred. If you have been accused of child endangerment in California, please call San Diego child endangerment lawyer Peter M. […]
Coronavirus Crime Roundup: Breaking Social Distancing Laws
The coronavirus lockdown has left many of us thinking of little else the coronavirus. It has even dramatically affected the criminal justice system, with police arresting fewer people in an effort to keep the jail population down. That being said, there are still many crimes taking place right now, including some new crimes like breaking […]
