Getting a speeding ticket is always an unpleasant experience and the penalties can feel disproportionate to the violation, but for drivers who receive a citation…
While not rising to the level of street racing or speed contest, an exhibition of speed violation occurs when the defendant drives on a public…
Most allegations of speed contests involve drivers who are racing against one another (Vehicle Code section 23019(a)). Sometimes the drivers have planned to race at a…
Reckless driving charges (Vehicle Code section 23103(a))may be filed when the driver is alleged to have driven in wilful or wanton disregard for the safety…
There are many reasons why a clients’ driving privileges may be suspended (Vehicle Code sections 14601, 14601.1, 14601.5, 14601.2). These reasons may include: failure to appear…
A pre-filing meeting is a very proactive approach. A pre-filing meeting works this way: Before the prosecutor even makes a decision to file criminal charges, and…
The new California mental health diversion law enacted in 2018 (Penal Code section 1001.36), is very promising for those who truly suffer from mental health…
In cases where the defendant (a veteran or someone on active duty) has committed a felony, rather than a misdemeanor offense, and is ineligible for…