The process of moving through the criminal justice system in California can be intimidating as well as confusing, which is why so many people choose only to go through this process with the support of an experienced attorney. In order to make a formal arrest of a person, an officer has to have probable cause, […]

No matter who you are, a false allegation of child abuse can have far reaching implications.  This is especially true if you are also in the midst of a family law issue such as a divorce or determination of child custody at the same time.  You must be willing to spend a great deal of […]

Crime in California is still a hot topic among authorities and legislators. Often one of the first states to set the tone for the rest of the country, California finds itself in the midst of news stories often when it comes to issues like prison reform and what legislative changes could have an impact of […]

Being accused of a hate crime is serious and it can be very difficult for the person accused to remove this blackmark from their record or reputation. Hiring a lawyer might be the only way to prepare a compelling defense. A recent state audit identified that California under-reports hate crimes and the audit blames the […]

Do you think that you might be able to avoid prison time because of overcrowding in some Riverside or California jails? Be aware that many people still receive stiff sentences on conviction. Some people argue that the Uniform Determinant Sentencing Act of 1976 was the first of many reforms that ultimately led to the break […]