You’ve probably heard a lot about what you should do if you’re arrested. Your friends or family might have offered advice, or you might have learned things by watching television shows or movies. However, are you sure that what you know is accurate? Sadly, much of what you’ve heard is […]
You’re driving along when you see a police car behind you. To your surprise, the police car’s lights begin flashing. The police officer accuses you of driving under the influence (DUI). He arrests you and takes your license. You need your car to drive to work. What can you do? […]
You’re stopped by the police on your way home. Your field sobriety test shows that your BAC (blood alcohol content) is just above the legal limit. Will you have to face DUI charges? In California, there’s a chance that you can avoid a DUI conviction. California prosecutors have the option […]
You’ve likely heard the phrase “assault and battery” many times. But you might be surprised to learn that assault and battery are not the same thing. In California, there are two separate crimes with different requirements and consequences. This article defines assault and battery. It also outlines some rules and […]
You’re going about your day when you get a phone call from the San Francisco Police Department. They assure you that no charges have been filed, but say that they just want to ask you a few questions about a case. What should you do? The interview described above is […]