There is no such thing as typical DUI. Every DUI arrest has unique characteristics and factual elements that may increase a driver’s potential punishment. While…
For those who celebrate New Year’s Eve by firing a few shots into the air from a large gathering or those who take some innocent…
Elements Brandishing offenses (Penal Code section 417(a)(1) & (a)(2)) may occur in any setting, but are often seen occurring during “road rage” incidents, neighbor disputes,…
Elements There are three elements required to prove the offense of carrying a loaded weapon (Penal Code sections 25850(a)). The defendant: carried a loaded firearm on…
Elements There are three elements required to prove the offense of carrying a concealed weapon (Penal Code sections 25400(a)1, (a)(2), or (a)(3). The defendant: concealed a…
Elements A common violation, possession of a weapon with intent to assault another person (Penal Code section 17500), is a misdemeanor. To prove that the defendant…