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A drug arrest can be frightening, especially when the charges are more serious than someone first expected. What may seem like a personal-use situation can quickly be treated very differently by law enforcement. In many cases, the difference between simple possession...
Most DUI arrests begin with what seems like a routine traffic stop by law enforcement that quickly escalates into something far more serious. One moment a person is driving, and the next they’re stopped, questioned and possibly facing a DUI charge that can carry...
If you are ever in a situation where you need to protect yourself, you may think any defensive action that you take is legal. However, not every action is legal. California does recognize a person’s right to protect themselves and others from harm. But understanding...
Situations between family members can often get heated. In some cases, tensions may rise to the point that things get physical and someone ends up arrested for domestic violence. This can be confusing and overwhelming, particularly if this is the defendant's first...
Many people think that drug-related charges have to do only with actual drugs, but there are some charges that have to do with drug paraphernalia. It’s possible to face charges for drug paraphernalia, even if you aren’t caught with actual drugs in your possession. ...
Police officers who are investigating crimes often need to find evidence for the case. That need doesn’t mean that they can go looking wherever they want, wherever they want. Instead, they may need to obtain a search warrant. A search warrant is a court order that is...
When a person is charged with a drug crime, the severity of the criminal punishments can vary depending on the type of drugs in possession. The Controlled Substances Act (CSA) determines the severity of drugs and whether the substances can be used for medical...
When you get certain types of medication, usually those that come with a prescription, the instructions will list a number of warnings. One of these warnings may say that you should not operate heavy machinery after taking the medicine in question. Many people simply...
When you are living through domestic harm, it’s common to wonder if you must present proof before you can reach out for protection. This question can feel heavy, especially when you are unsure what counts as evidence or if your experience will be taken seriously. ...
Everyone across America is preparing for the upcoming Thanksgiving holiday. But along with celebrating with turkey and pumpkin pie, people also tend to drink more alcohol on this holiday. Police are aware that the statistics designate this autumn celebration of...