One of the hardest jobs of America’s higher courts is the balancing of personal rights with the rights guaranteed in the Constitution. The right to free speech, for example, is very important, but not unlimited. It’s up to the courts to decide which rights are the most important in cases where one right conflicts with […]
The Pros and Cons of Bail Reform
We’ve previously talked about a lawsuit hoping to put an end to California’s money-based bail system, but as the lawsuit continues its way through the court system, the legislature has went ahead and introduced a bill hoping to do the same thing. While the bill has been stalled during this legislative session and will probably […]
In California, Hazing Can be Illegal -San Diego Defense Lawyer
One of the first things many people associate with fraternities is the centuries-old tradition of hazing new pledges, but after deaths started springing up around the country related to hazing activities, many states, including California, started banning dangerous hazing rituals. If you have been charged with a crime related to hazing or want to make […]
Questions to Ask Before Hiring a San Diego Criminal Lawyer
When deciding on the right San Diego criminal lawyer, it is critical you feel confident with their ability to handle your case -you don’t want to have to seek out a new attorney later on. But for many people who have been charged with a crime, it can be hard to move past the uncertainty […]
Hit and Run Accidents in San Diego
It goes without saying that hit and run accidents are a major crime, but that fact is only highlighted when news outlets report on such incidents. Recently, hit and run accidents have become all too common in the news -like this story of a teacher almost losing her foot when she was riding her bicycle. […]
Backstrom Is Funny -But A Terrible Cop
Fox’s new cop show, Backstrom, is a hilarious view of the cynical world of police life. It’s also an excellent place to study illegal police investigations. While the namesake of the show is an ingenious detective who has an impressive ability to always uncover the truth behind a case, he does so in a way that […]
Stun Gun Laws in California
California has some strict and complex weapons laws that go beyond mere gun possession and detail everything from switchblades to pepper spray use. In fact, while stun guns are generally legal to possess and own in California, there are situations where they are not. Here are some of the specifics of Taser laws in CA, from a […]
Understanding California’s New “Yes Means Yes” Law
Last month, a new bill was signed into effect in California that clearly defines what college campuses consider consent to participate in sexual activities. Under the law, affirmative consent is required before two parties engage in sex. Here’s what you should know about the law, courtesy of San Diego criminal attorney Peter M. Liss. The […]
Rioting In San Diego Is No Laugh Riot
San Diego is a pretty laid back place, which means riots are, fortunately, a rarity here. But if such an event were to occur, avoiding the fray is not just a good idea from a safety standpoint, but also from a legal perspective. That’s because the mere act of participating in a riot is a […]
Understanding California’s Lynching Laws
When you hear the word lynching, you probably think of a horrific scene where someone takes the life of an innocent person merely due to his or her race or religion, but under California state law, the term actually refers to rioters working to take a person under police custody. Here’s what you should know […]
