California explicitly legalized the practice of lane splitting by motorcycles in 2017. Before that, it was still unofficially legal for motorcycles to pass vehicles in the same lanes. While many drivers feel uncomfortable sharing the lane with motorcyclists, the driving practice has actually been known to make the roads safer. That being said, there are […]
Will a Case Get Dropped if a Victim Refuses to Testify?
A common question defendants ask their criminal lawyers in San Marcos is whether their case will be dropped if the victim doesn’t testify. This is especially true in domestic violence and sexual assault cases where the entire case may come down to one person’s account of events versus the other’s. The answer to this question […]
The Very Real Threat of DNA Transfer -San Marcos Criminal Lawyers
Thanks to shows like CSI and Law and Order, the general public’s knowledge of forensic science has never been greater, but unfortunately, the truth doesn’t always make for good television. And while DNA can be a useful investigative tool in real life, it is nowhere near perfect the way it appears to be in detective […]
The Recent Fires Are A Good Reminder of the State’s Anti-Looting Laws
Emergencies often bring out the best in people as they volunteer to help their neighbors and even complete strangers, but some people see emergencies as an opportunity to exploit others -and in many cases, this behavior is not only immortal, but also illegal if it involves looting. If you have been accused of looting, it […]
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 […]
Possession of Date Rape Drugs in California is a Very Serious Crime
Generally speaking, California drug possession laws vary based on how much you possess and, depending on what drug is involved, small quantities may even result in an infraction rather than a real criminal charge. This is not the case when it comes to the most well known date rape drug, Rohypnol. If you have been […]
Making False Bomb Threats Is A Serious Crime
We previously discussed the severity of making criminal or terrorist threats in California, but it’s worth noting that even if you claim to be reporting a threat made by someone else, you can be charged with the crime if you are lying. Either way, making bomb threats or reporting non-existent threats to the police is a very […]
