San Diego Criminal Defense News
The Subtle, Yet Significant, Difference Between Assault and Battery
When it comes to criminal law, no other terms are misused more by the public than Assault and Battery. To the uninformed person, it is likely that the term’s definitions seem interchangeable, but that could not be further from the truth. The difference between assault...
How Bail Works and Your Plans of Action
If you’ve been arrested, especially for the first time, there are many unknowns to face. For one, how does bail work? The bail process is commonly misunderstood and can be challenging to navigate without strong legal counsel. For those with close family or friends...
Interpreting the Groundbreaking “First Step Act”
In late 2018, Congress voted to pass substantial criminal justice reform measures, the first of its kind in several decades. Known as the First Step Act, the prison reform bill has several components that are aimed to increase early release and living conditions for...
Identifying the Differences Between Manslaughter and Murder
What is the Difference Between Manslaughter and Murder? There are several different designations of murder and manslaughter, which vary greatly in the degree of the penalty associated. While there are also civil and criminal classifications and penalties, the...
Probation Violation Defined – The Stipulations, Outcomes, and More
If you break the conditions, or stipulations, of your probation, you could have it revoked or face a more severe sentence. The laws surrounding probation violation in San Diego can be complex, so make sure you secure dependable legal representation if you’re in...
The Consequences of Child Endangerment Charges in California
A guardian has the legal obligation and responsibility to protect children from harm and to provide them with their basic needs, including shelter and nourishment. Having guardianship over a child also means keeping them away from situations that may appear...
Steps to Take When Faced with Felony Charges
In criminal law, there’s a distinction between felony charges and misdemeanor charges. A felony includes a wide range of crimes which can involve alcohol or drugs, white-collar crime, sex crimes, and crimes of violence. Without proper knowledge facing a felony charge...
The New California Bail Law Reform- How This Affects Your Loved Ones
What the End of Cash Bail Means Under the old cash bail system, which remained virtually unchanged until late August, a person accused of wrongdoing gets brought before a judge. During this time, the judge informs them of the charges against them and sets bail at...
A Guide to Your First Offense DUI
Driving while under the influence of alcohol is considered a crime. If you are charged with a first offense DUI you may receive a punishment that is less severe than if you had been charged for the same crime in the past. If you should find yourself in this...
What To Do When Faced With A Restraining Order Violation
A restraining order, or a protection order, is put in place by a judge to protect an individual. Protection may be sought from different types of crimes of violence including harassment, stalking, domestic abuse, and even verbal threats. The purpose of placing a...