The Cal. Supreme Court here issue another long opinion affirming a death verdict. They begin by rejecting the defense claim of jury instruction error on the issue of lying in wait. The Cal. Supreme Court says that the issue is whether a defendant can murder by lying in wait when there are only a few seconds of waiting, but they never actually expressly address that point. Continue reading “Lying In Wait And Jury Views” »
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Is Battery A Lesser Included Offense Of 288?
10
Dec
Battery is not a lesser included offense to a charge of committing lewd and lascivious acts on a child. Continue reading “Is Battery A Lesser Included Offense Of 288?” »
Tags: criminal defense lawyer, Battery, Criminal Cases, sex offenders, Child Abuse, charge, free consultationDo You Know Your DUI Rights?
07
Jun
Driving under the influence is a crime. If you are caught driving with a blood alcohol level higher than .08%, you are committing a crime in the state of California and will be charged. Driving under the influence is dangerous and not endorsed in any form. However, even when you are committing a crime, you still have rights. It is the job of a criminal defense attorney to protect those rights and preserve your interest during your case and in your future at work or in the community. Any criminal defense lawyer in Los Angeles would encourage you to understand your rights and work to protect them from the minute you are pulled over for suspicion. Continue reading “Do You Know Your DUI Rights?” »
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08
May
There are a number of irresponsible drivers on the road who will stand guilty, even with the best defense attorney. However, there are also a percentage of drivers who are charged with a DUI who may have never been drunk at all. Sometimes when a person is pulled over, it can become very complicated. There are a small number of police officers who are capable of abusing their power and using it against drivers whom they feel disrespected them or challenged their authority. Continue reading “False DUI Police Reports” »
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