Jun
29
What Is a Bench Warrant?
Bench Warrant? You might receive a bench warrant if you failed to show up for your day in court. You might also find yourself faced with a bench warrant if you didn't meet your probation conditions. You might have missed signing up for a class that you were required to take, or you might have missed your community service. What do you do?
Categories: Criminal Cases
Jun
17
3 Defenses For DUI Cases
If you've been charged with a DUI, there are defense alternatives available to you. It is more common to safeguard against a drunken driving charge by assaulting the officer's observations of what occurred before the detention or scrutinizing the trustworthiness of the test, for example, the precision of the breathalyzer test. The DUI laws vary from one state then to the next, and each case has unique facts, so it is best to counsel with a Drunk Driving Attorney.
Categories: DUI Defense
Jun
03
3 Criminal Defense Tips When it Comes to Social Media
If you have been charged with a crime, the time between your arrest and your court date should be taken seriously. Aspects of your day-to-day life can be fair game for judges and prosecutors to review. Police and investigators will often review your posts or updates on social media. Here are three criminal defense tips that can help you avoid posting the wrong things on social media while your case is pending.
Categories: Criminal Defense
Apr
29
Criminal Defense Tips: How To Get A Copy Of Your Criminal Record
Criminal records, like so many other pieces of paper that we need to establish ourselves in this modern world, are a matter of public record. Which means, of course, that anyone who wants to know about your criminal record can find out about it simply by running a search for it in the proper databases, or filling out the proper paperwork. Whether it's the manager at that new job you applied for, or a potential significant other who wants to know what she's getting into, your record is out there for them to find. Which is why it's a good idea for you to get a copy for yourself, so you know what it is other people are going to be seeing, and so you have it on hand for situations where it comes up.
Categories: Criminal Defense
Apr
29
Fresno Criminal Lawyer: Do You Know What Domestic Violence Looks Like?
Domestic violence is looked upon as a serious crime. Even on a misdemeanor offense, a conviction usually necessitates the completion of a 52 week class and results in substantial jail time. But, what is Domestic Violence?
Categories: Domestic Violence
Apr
22
Public Defender vs. Private Attorney
There are many circumstances under which you might need a criminal attorney. Whether you were arrested for drunk driving, domestic violence or under some other criminal charge. The decision to hire a private criminal defense attorney is often a difficult one for many people. Lets face it, lawyers aren’t cheap, and if they are, well that, usually, means they’re not very good at what they do.
Categories: Criminal Defense
Apr
08
Can a Drunk Driving Attorney Challenge a BAC Test?
One of the misconceptions about driving under the influence (DUI) cases is that they are open and shut. However, it is possible to challenge various aspects of a prosecutor's case and successfully have the charges dropped or reduced.
Categories: DUI Defense
Apr
01
Sexual Consent and How a Fresno Sex Crime Lawyer Can Help
In this day and age, the issue of consent can be a hotly contested subject. The boundaries of consent in the context of a sexual encounter have become blurred. If alcohol or drugs or involved, your partner may later claim that they did not consent to perform the sexual act or engage in the conduct. Consent is the permission and agreement that the other person is saying "yes" to having sex.
Categories: Sex Crimes
Feb
27
Fresno Veterans Court
This article describes the process in Fresno, California for a veteran to take advantage of recent changes in California law allowing for the veteran to participate in a program to avoid a conviction on either a Criminal or DUI related offense
Categories: Criminal Defense
Feb
27
3 Steps to Follow After You Have Been Arrested For DUI in Fresno
Drunk Driving is one of the most serious offenses and is strongly penalized in Fresno county. But what if you have been falsely accused of drunk driving? DUI cases are subjected to considerable jail time, suspension of driver’s license and hefty fines. However, don’t panic. If you have been arrested for DUI, there are certain steps you can follow to improve your chances of a successful outcome.
Categories: DUI Defense