Legal Articles, Criminal

About California Assault

General Assault, which is acting in a manner that could possibly result in the application of force.

California DUI With Injury

California DUI with Injury is regarded as driving under the influence of alcohol, and that the driver was behaving a reckless manner that resulted in injury to another person.

Can Your Presence at a Crime Scene Make You Guilty?

No. The presence of a person at a crime scene is not conclusive evidence that the person, in a federal court, is guilty of that crime.

Can Just one Drink Make You Guilty of Drunk Driving?

No matter what state you live in including Florida, if you are over 21 years of age and are driving with a blood alcohol level of over .08, you are guilty of drunk driving.

Police DWI Checkpoints

Police DWI checkpoints discussion

The One Witness Case; The Burden is Still the Same

Just because there is only one witness does not change the high burden that has to be met in order for an accused to be be found "guilty beyond a reasonable doubt".

How to Find Legal Help with Your Bond

Being arrested can be quite a traumatic experience. Most people want to get out of jail as quickly as possible, and that means that most likely someone will have to post bond for you.

DUI Charges and DMV Hearings

DUI Charges and DMV Hearings

Why Expunge Your Record

Why Expunge Your Record

When is Someone too Crazy to be Held Responsible for Their Crimes?

When is Someone too Crazy to be Held Responsible for Their Crimes?

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