Cell phones can be unlocked in many ways these days -with a passcode, a fingerprint, an eye scan or even a facial scan. While the Supreme Court previously ruled that the police cannot search a phone without a warrant, they have now cannot force you to unlock a phone with your face, eye, fingerprint or […]
Be Careful What You Post on Social Media -Even a Private Account
We previously talked about how you can’t just say whatever you want on social media if it can be taken as a criminal threat, but it’s worth noting that even if you have a private account you still need to watch what you say online. Oceanside criminal lawyer Peter M. Liss suggests either fully vetting […]
Facing A Probation Violation In California?
If you have been charged with a crime, you may be able to get probation in place of jail or prison time. Probation is a program where you are required to follow rules and stay out of further legal trouble in exchange for staying free. Even felons are put on probation after serving a jail […]
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 […]
New California Laws You Should Know About in 2019
A new year means new laws are taking affect, many of which may affect you immediately or at some point in the future. Here’s a rundown of some of the most important criminal laws implemented in California, courtesy of Fallbrook defense lawyer Peter M. Liss. Ignition Interlock Devices Previously, those who got DUIs with high […]
What Happens to Your Property When You go to Prison?
When you’re in prison or jail, you are stuck behind bars and unable to access your bank accounts or pay bills. So what happens to your stuff while you’re inside? That’s actually a common question many clients ask their San Diego criminal lawyer. Where Does Your Stuff Go? Well, that’s actually up to you. The state […]
Skipping Jury Duty is a Crime -Vista Criminal Lawyer
Skipping jury duty is such a common occurrence that it’s even a trope on television and movies. But while it may seem like no big deal, it’s actually considered contempt of court in California and while not frequently enforced, it could leave you in jail. If you are accused of contempt of court after skipping […]
Could Agent Nadeem’s Testimony Take Down Kingpin?
We’re all mourning the loss of more than half of Netflix’s fantastic Marvel series, especially one that is a favorite of many Vista defense lawyers, Daredevil. We’ve actually written quite a lot about these shows, including two articles on Luke Cage, two more on Jessica Jones, and two articles on Daredevil, including one about Frank […]
The Black Lab That Freed a Man From Prison -La Jolla Sex Crimes Lawyer
We once discussed how cat hair helped authorities track down a mail bomber. As it turns out, man’s best friend can play a critical role in the justice system as well. In fact, one black lab recently saved a man from going to prison. It’s things like this that prove how important it can be […]
Using Autopilot Doesn’t Mean You Can Drink and Drive
Cars are becoming increasingly autonomous, starting first with cruise control, then with driver assistance features and now even with Tesla’s Autopilot. But none of these options make the vehicle fully autonomous and that means you still cannot drive drunk behind the wheel according to Del Mar drunk driving lawyer Peter M. Liss. The Future is […]
