California has been one of the most progressive states when it comes to the legalization of marijuana. In fact, its use is legal for both medicinal and recreational purposes, but there are still many rules regarding its use and sale. And, of course, it is important to note that federal law still makes possession of […]
The Boys on Sick Note Better Have a Top Notch Lawyer
One of Netflix’s new British imports, Sick Note, is big on laughs and huge on criminal culpability. It’s bad enough to pretend to have cancer, but as the show wears on, Daniel and Dr. Glennis continue to commit more and more crimes to cover up those that they already have done. Needless to say, they’d be […]
Criminal Diversion Programs in California: San Diego criminal lawyer
In an effort to keep the number of incarcerations down, California allows some persons convicted of certain crimes to participate in diversion programs that will allow them to avoid time behind bars and a criminal charge on their record. While not everyone qualifies for diversion programs they are an excellent choice for those who can […]
A New Questionable Tactic for Law Enforcement to Spy on Phone Calls
Unless you’re someone who is likely to have their phone tapped by police, you can generally feel secure with the knowledge that whenever you pick up your phone, what you email or text will be private unless the police obtain a warrant to get it. But a new government surveillance technique might make you question […]
How Does the Statute of Limitations Work in California?
While most people have heard of a “statute of limitations,” few people have a very firm grasp on what the term actually means, particularly when it comes to California’s criminal laws. To help you get a better understanding of the concept, here’s a guide by La Jolla criminal lawyer Peter M. Liss. What is a […]
When Police Do or Do Not Need Warrants to Search a Vehicle
We previously discussed how complex the search and seizure laws are in the U.S. One particular area of confusion for most people is the fact that while police need a warrant to search a home, they do not need one to search a vehicle. But what about vehicles parked on someone’s driveway? As it turns out, […]
The Daycare Operator Who Left Kids Drugged and Alone for Nap Time
Daycare providers are supposed to keep kids safe and provide them a supportive and comfortable home away from home, but some daycare providers take advantage of a parent’s trust in order to make a profit. In one particularly egregious example, a woman was recently sentenced to 21 years in prison for drugging the children in […]
No Test May Ever be Able to Accurately Measure Marijuana Intoxication
We’ve previously talked about the fact that even though marijuana use is now legal in California, it is still illegal to be high behind the wheel or to use marijuana while driving. You can even get a marijuana DUI even if you aren’t high, in part due to the fact that no reliable tests can […]
Recreational Marijuana is Legal in California Now -But Not Everywhere in California
As of January 1, 2018, marijuana can now be used for recreational purposes in California, but that doesn’t mean you can use it anywhere in the state. Here are some things a Fallbrook drug defense attorney believes you should keep in mind before you light up your next bong hit or munch on an edible. […]
A New California Law Will Ban Driving While Smoking Marijuana
Driving while high on marijuana (or any other drug) is already illegal and was even before Prop 64 legalized recreational use of the drug. But as lawmakers in Sacramento scramble to prepare for the full effects of the proposition to take effect, they are doing what they can to control how cannabis will be used. […]
