Maybe it’s because of Hollywood or maybe it’s just because California loves Halloween more than others, but we live in a pretty mask-friendly state overall. In fact, whereas some states only allow people under 16 to wear masks and others ban their use outside of October, anyone can wear a mask any time of year […]
Common Criminal Defense Strategies In Vista
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 Vista criminal defense 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 […]
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 criminal lawyers understand the process of making plea bargains and the California laws they must follow. Here’s a little primer on what goes into making a plea bargain in San Diego county. First, it’s […]
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 […]
It is Illegal to Knowingly Expose Someone to an Infectious Disease
No one wants to get sick, but sometimes people with contagious diseases put their own needs above the needs of others and willingly expose other people to their sickness. But assuming we’re talking about something more extreme than the common cold, this behavior is not only rude, it is also dangerous. That’s why knowingly exposing […]
Could Your Medical Device Testify Against You in Court?
You have the right to remain silent in court, but is it possible for things inside your own body to serve as evidence against you? A court in Ohio recently ruled that medical devices such as pacemakers can be used against you in court. Needless to say, defense lawyers in San Diego and the rest […]
Burglar Captured After An Unflushed Toilet Provides A DNA Sample
Everyone knows they should flush the toilet after using a stranger’s bathroom, but one man found out the hard way that not flushing can also leave you behind bars -at least, if you were committing a crime when you left behind your waste. Here’s the story, courtesy of Fallbrook theft crimes attorney Peter M. Liss. […]
Arizona’s Famous Sheriff Joe Arpaio Was Convicted for Contempt of Court
It’s always important to remember that no man is above the law -even those who enforce it like Arizona’s famous former sheriff Joe Arpaio, who was recently convicted for criminal contempt of court. Here’s what you should know according to a top Fallbrook defense attorney. First, it’s important to recognize that while you hear the […]
This Man Spent 17 Years In Prison Because He Looked Like Someone Else
While crime shows like to highlight the power of forensic technology, even today many cases come down to nothing more than eyewitness reports. But not only are firsthand reports notoriously inaccurate and easily manipulated, they can still be problematic if it turns out two people look exceptionally similar -even down to their style. That’s what […]
Some of the Most Commonly Believed Legal Myths Debunked
There are tons of shows out there that depict the legal system, but the problem is that even good writers still need to be concerned with ratings and that often results in inaccuracies being spread. Unfortunately, when certain myths have been spread enough, the general public starts to accept them as true. Here’s your chance to have […]
