A divorce can be one of the most stressful and impactful experiences of your life, as it involves the breaking apart of a marriage – and often, a family. Divorce requires that you divide your property and, if you have children, determine custody rights. This is a complex process, and you want someone protecting your interests. If you are…
Being charged with a crime can markedly damage your reputation, and if you are convicted of the crime and have a record, your entire life can change. If you have a criminal case in Sacramento or Marin County, one of the experienced criminal defense attorneys from Mason Law is here to answer any questions you might have and assist…
Being charged with a drug offense can be intimidating, as you might not know what the charge entails and how it might impact your freedom now or into the future. Having a record can impact your future in many ways, and doing whatever you can to avoid a drug offense on your record is advised. This is where an experienced…
The holidays should be a time of celebration and joy, but for some, this time is disrupted by an arrest and criminal charges. Not only do certain crimes increase during the holiday season, but so does enforcement by police officers. If your holiday season comes to a halt due to an arrest, you should immediately reach out to a…
There is no singular “divorce process” that every case follows. Your divorce will be just as unique as your marriage, and how you resolve your case will depend on how you and your spouse are able to communicate, as well as the complexities involved. An experienced Marin County and Sacramento County divorce attorney can review your circumstances and advise…
Many families are getting ready to travel to see loved ones for Thanksgiving or winter holidays, and this can be more complicated for parents who share custody of their child. If you are traveling within the State of California, it should not be a problem, as long as you have your custody dates worked out for the holidays. However,…
In the past, many people hesitated to consider a prenuptial agreement because they preferred not to negotiate with their future spouse about a possibility of a divorce before the marriage. However, the alternative can be a messy and expensive divorce where the two parties end up battling about money and property. A prenuptial agreement is a way to avoid…
While California has liberalized drug laws, possession charges can still carry a stiff sentence. This will have consequences in the short-term and long run. Now, possession of a controlled substance is no longer a felony in California. It is a misdemeanor, punishable by up to one year in prison. This includes drugs like: Heroin Cocaine Morphine Prescription drugs In…
Anybody who has watched a television show or movie knows about the suspect being told that they have the right to remain silent. Practically every observer, even those without law degrees, can recite these lines by heart. This is also known as Miranda Rights, and there is a legal purpose behind this. These rights come from the Supreme Court…
Theft is a crime that can be charged numerous ways in California, depending on how much was allegedly taken and how. The penalties for these crimes can vary. How they are charged also depends on the prosecutor and the actions of your own attorney. Here are some of the theft crimes in California. Petty theft is the most minor…
