Extradition Warrants in California
It’s a very common occurrence for a defendant in a criminal case in one jurisdiction to be arrested by law enforcement in another jurisdiction because: they fled to avoid getting prosecuted, or they simply didn’t know there was a pending warrant when they moved. Any defendant who has an active... View Article
What is a Misdemeanor Crime Under California Law?
There are different levels of crimes in the state of California, including an infraction, misdemeanor and a felony, which is the most serious crime. This article will review misdemeanor crimes and how criminal courts and prosecutors handle these types of cases. A misdemeanor is a crime where the maximum sentence... View Article
What is a Felony Crime Under California Law?
In California, any criminal offense that can result in a maximum sentence of more than one year is considered a felony crime. Also, anyone convicted of a felony crime in California can also be fined up to $10,000 and a judge has the option of imposing formal felony probation. The... View Article
Resentencing Of Defendants Based On New Policies by LA District Attorney
Learn How a Defendant Can Seek Resentencing Due to New Policies Announced By the Los Angeles County District Attorney The new Los Angeles District Attorney George Gascon has announced sweeping reforms that include a new resentencing policy meaning there are many defendants eligible for a reduced sentence or an immediate... View Article
Best Defenses for Los Angeles Domestic Violence Charges
In the context of fighting a domestic violence charge in California, the “best defense” means a strategy most likely to result in a favorable plea agreement from the prosecutor or an acquittal at trial. Clearly, domestic violence cases in Los Angeles will differ from case-to-case depending on the particular details... View Article
What Happens If I Resist the Police During an Arrest in California?
If you decide to resist police while they are in the performance of their lawful duties, it will make a bad situation much worse. The crime of resisting arrest in California is defined under Penal Code 148 PC. Clearly, you have certain legal rights once you are stopped by law enforcement,... View Article
How To Change a Domestic Violence Protective Order
One aspect that is unique to domestic violence cases in Los Angeles is the court issuing a criminal protective order against a defendant. If you were charged or convicted of a domestic violence related crime, then you will normally be subjected to a protective order that will prohibit contacting the... View Article
How Can I Clear a Warrant in California Without Going to Jail?
If you have an active California bench or arrest warrant, you might have the option of getting the warrant recalled without having to make a court appearance, post a bail, or even serve time in jail. A “bench warrant” is a warrant to arrest and hold someone who could have... View Article
When Can I Post Bail After Getting Arrested in Los Angeles?
The criminal justice system in California normally requires an arrestee to post bail with the court in order to get released from custody. The primary purpose of requiring bail is to make sure the defendant will appear for their court appearances. Of course, there are many situations where a judge... View Article
Plea Bargains in California Criminal Cases
Our Los Angeles criminal defense law firm is frequently asked by defendants whether they should accept a plea bargain that was offered by the prosecutor. The correct response to this question is that it’s rarely a simple answer because it will always depend on a wide range of different factors.... View Article