Having a California criminal record creates many challenges. It may make it more difficult for you to find a job, and it may also make it hard for you to volunteer, find housing and navigate other aspects of your life. However, a new law that takes effect in July 2023...
A guilty verdict on a charge of embezzling funds from a company can result in serious fines and prison time. This makes it important to avoid the appearance of fraud. Sometimes bankruptcy filers attract government suspicion if they overspend just before filing. If you...
State governments take numerous steps to curb any rise in DUIs. Though California shows promising numbers in a decrease of alcohol-involved crash fatalities, drug-involved and DUI-involved fatalities saw some recent spikes. The unpleasant prospect of jail time is one...
When a California traffic stop leads to a charge of driving under the influence, quite a bit hangs in the balance. If you receive a conviction for drunk, you may face many different penalties, including possible jail time, fines and the suspension of your driver’s...
When you face a California criminal charge, many different factors help determine the strength of the case against you. If there are any eyewitnesses who plan to testify against you, this may have a notable impact on the outcome of your case. Many people find...
When you receive a conviction for driving under the influence in California, you may have to install an ignition interlock device on your car once you regain driving privileges. Whether you have to do so depends on several factors. Per the California Department of...
When California authorities charge you with a drug-related criminal offense, quite a bit hangs in the balance. Depending on the severity of the drug offense and the circumstances that led to your arrest, you may face a multitude of severe penalties if that charge...
Protecting your rights after an arrest is essential. Once you give up a right, it can complicate your ability to present a solid defense in court. One of the most important rights you have is the right to remain silent. Afforded to you in the U.S. Constitution, this...
When a California traffic stop leads to a charge of driving while under the influence, and then that charge leads to a conviction, your life may change considerably in the aftermath. Even a first-time California DUI means serious legal and financial repercussions, and...
In the past, college-bound students with drug convictions on their records often had a difficult time obtaining government-backed financial aid. Indeed, the U.S. Department of Education frequently suspended loans, grants and work-study dollars for these individuals....