There are countless ways in which a DUI prosecution may be defended. Many have to do with the manner in which the investigating officer conducted the…
The offense of indecent exposure (Penal Code section 314) occurs when the defendant: willfully exposes his/her genitals does so in the presence of someone who…
It is important to be aware that during the pendency of any criminal proceeding involving an alleged act of physical violence, the court may impose…
Elements In many violence-related cases, the defendant is often alleged to have made threatening statements before, during or after the violence is alleged to have…
Elements Assault with a deadly weapon (Penal Code section 245(a)) is essentially an elevated and aggravated form of battery (Penal Code section 242(a)). Specifically, it must be…
Child abuse allegations can be devastating upon the accused. Not only the person’s personal reputation, but also their livelihood can be severely and negatively affected. In addition,…
No longer “swept under the rug” or treated informally are domestic violence cases (Penal Code section 273.5(a)). On the contrary, “DV” cases are going to be…
Resisting arrest offenses are often thought to only include circumstances where the suspect becomes physically combative and fights with police officers. The reality is that the…
For those offenders who do not meet the eligibility or suitability requirements for pre-trial diversion or Prop 36, many jurisdictions have courts that are specially designed…