Tiger Woods recently made big headlines after receiving a DUI related to prescription drug use. While we have previously touched upon the topic of driving under the influence of drugs, this case provides an excellent excuse to revisit the subject. Here’s what you should know, courtesy of Vista criminal attorney Peter M. Liss. First, Tiger Woods […]
When Count Olaf Does Go to Prison, It Will Be for a Long Time
Fans of Lemony Snicket have long known shuddered at the atrocities committed by Count Olaf, but thanks to Netflix, now even more people know just how evil the frequent not-so-legal guardian of the Baudelaire children really is. While readers and viewers know they should have heeded warnings to “look away,” the tragic tale is now […]
Luke Cage’s Legal Situation at the End of Season One
Netflix’s Luke Cage was a big hit with critics and fans alike. While the first season involves Cage taking down criminals Black Mariah, Cottonmouth and Diamondback, perhaps the most interesting aspect from a legal perspective is the fact that he was arrested at the end of the season for escaping from Seagate Prison despite the […]
If Indiana Jones, Captain America and Superman Can Punch Nazis, Can You?
Classic American heroes like Superman, Captain America and Indiana Jones have all punched Nazis in the face and with the rise of the Alt-Right, many real-life Americans are joining their ranks. Alt-Right leader Richard Spencer was punched in the face not once, but twice during the inauguration weekend and even Shia Lebouf shoved a Nazi […]
A Small List of the Many, Many Crimes Committed By the Gang in It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia
The entire charm of It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia relies on watching terrible people do terrible things, but with all the things the gang has done, it’s a minor miracle any of them are still free to walk the streets. Here are a small handful of crimes the gang has committed, along with their potential […]
Should Doctor Who’s Doctor Go To Prison?
The Doctor is a sensitive, caring individual who has saved countless planets, even universes, but that doesn’t change the fact that he also has committed many crimes over the centuries. From the moment he stole the TARDIS, The Doctor has been committing all types of theft, immigration and customs violations. Here’s what a Vista criminal […]
Can Wonder Woman’s Lasso of Truth Provide Confessions in Court?
Wonder Woman may be strong and tough, but her most legendary power is her Lasso of Truth. Now while we aren’t about to step in and stop her from using her Lasso to save the world, we don’t like the idea of people being tried and convicted of crimes based on what they said while […]
The Worst Fictional Lawyers of All Time
We go out of our way to emphasize that you do your research when looking for the right San Diego defense lawyer because you don’t want to end up with someone inexperienced, but even the average not-so-great real life attorney will have nothing on some of the outrageously bad lawyers on television. Here are a few […]
Could Jaime and Cersei Lannister be Together if They Lived in California?
If you watch Game of Thrones, then you’re almost certainly already familiar with the incestuous relationship between Cersei and Jaime Lannister. While almost everyone will agree that a sister and brother maintaining a sexual relationship is more than a little gross, you might not know that it’s also illegal in California. Here’s what Jaime and […]
Han Shot First: Was it Self-Defense?
Any real Star Wars fan knows that no matter how George Lucas edited the films later, Han shot Greedo before Greedo fired. But assuming Mos Eisley operates under the same law system as California, would he be guilty of murder? North Park criminal defense lawyer Peter M. Liss explains. Any Gaslamp district defense attorney will tell […]
