The lifetime prohibition or ban from ever owning a firearm in California after only one felony conviction is probably unconstitutional under the Second Amendment’s right to bear arms but who is going to challenge it? California’s gun control laws are…
Many people have suffered a criminal conviction. Such convictions can follow a person around for the rest of their lives preventing them from getting good jobs, volunteer work, ruin chances at professional licensure, and just cause a person to feel…
Despite all the drunk-driving campaigns and crackdowns, drunk driving is the most dangerous behavior that any motorist can engage in while driving. It doesn’t even compare with texting, although that is dangerous too. Even moderate levels of intoxication can substantially…
Under California law, it is unlawful for someone with a felony conviction to possess a firearm. This is a crime that often carries serious consequences and penalties, but those who are convicted of felonies may not necessarily know how serious…
In California, possession or a controlled substance use to be a “wobbler” meaning that it could be filed as either a misdemeanor or a felony, depending on the type of drug and other circumstances surrounding the arrest and prior criminal…
According to a recent report by the LA Times, California is experiencing a backlog of mentally ill and developmentally disabled defendants who have been ruled incompetent to stand trial. The problem is reportedly directly related to a lack of funding…
As experienced white collar crime defense attorneys, we know that regardless of career or social standing, anyone can be accused of or indicted for a white collar crime. These offenses are generally those that are financially motivated, and typically do…
It is no secret that Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender (LGBT) and questioning youth are many more times likely to be bullied and threatened with violence in and out of the school setting. As a result, it should come as no…
Memorial Day weekend, the unofficial start to summer, is often celebrated with barbecues, family picnics and outdoor parties. Those partaking in these festivities should do so wisely, as many cities throughout the state of California are increasing their drunk driving…
Penal Code Section 243.4 defines sexual battery as follows: Any person who touches an intimate part of another person while that person is unlawfully restrained by the accused or an accomplice, and if the touching is against the will of the person touched…