Police can stop motorists for a variety of reasons, including minor issues such as not using a turn signal, having a broken tail light, having window tinting on your windows or similar issues. These stops for minor crimes are considered “pretext” stops because police usually use these issues as a pretext to hopefully find evidence […]
What You Should Know About California’s Search & Seizure Laws
In order for you to be charged with a crime, there must be enough evidence to indicate your guilt. For the charges to result in a conviction, the evidence must be strong enough to prove your guilt beyond a reasonable a doubt. While the US Constitution protects all citizens from unreasonable search and seizure, police […]
Why So Many Attorneys Are Against the Use of “Textalyzers”
Pretty much everyone knows that it is illegal and dangerous to drive while using a cell phone. Unfortunately, plenty of people still talk and text on their cell phones without even using hands free solutions. A “textalyzer” is a proposed piece of technology that would allow police to see if someone has recently used their […]
What to Do If You Are Being Investigated by Police in Vista
Police investigations vary from case to case. In some situations, suspects have no idea they are being investigated until they are placed under arrest. Other times, police will make it very clear that they believe a person may be involved with a crime, but that they need to gather more evidence before they can place […]
