While every defendant has a constitutional right to a jury of his or her peers, criminal charges rarely go to trial in Sonoma County or in California County for that matter. Most criminal cases are resolved by a plea bargain or…
It’s the scenario we all hope never happens—and one that in truth should never happen. Someone has a lapse in judgment, gets behind the wheel while under the influence of alcohol or another substance, gets into an accident—and another person…
Many times, people do not see what benefit a Santa Rosa DUI Lawyer can provide when you have been arrested for suspicion of driving under the influence. People in this situation often take their time deciding if they want legal…
If you are arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs, it does not necessarily mean you will be convicted, but it also doesn’t mean your case will automatically go to trial. In fact, your best…
There can be a lot of stress with a DUI charge, considering the severity of the possible consequences – ranging from a suspended or revoked driver’s license, exorbitant fines, possible jail time and a huge increase in your auto insurance…
Criminal Record Expungement basically means getting your criminal record or a conviction erased completely in the eyes of the law. There are other procedures that have been put in place to reduce Felonies to Misdemeanors and then to set the…
Unlike other states, one term you will likely hear in the context of California criminal law is the term, “wobbler” or that you were charged with a, “wobbler offense.” While other states do have “wobblers,” California law is known for…
For most throughout Sonoma and Marin Counties, this holiday weekend will be filled with parties, cookouts, and other celebrations with friends and family. However, it may also likely be a weekend filled with DUI check points which may result in…
An article in the press democrat yesterday talks about jail sentences for abalone poachers.. CLICK HERE to read more and see below on how we can help you FIGHT charges! Fines ranging from $15 to $40,000 are not…
New Year’s Eve is Sunday night. This means plenty of parties and celebrating will occur. While we are all anxious to go out and have a great time, people must understand that because of the stigma associated with New Year’s…