You should never downplay an arrest or not take it seriously because you perceive it to be a “minor crime.” There is practically no such thing as a minor crime because any conviction could have an outsized impact on your present and future. In terms of punishment, theft can be very serious, depending on the amount at issue in…
One of the most complex legal issues in a divorce happens when one or both spouses own a business. In that event, the ownership interest in the business needs to be divided, or one spouse needs to be paid for their share. There are a number of issues that need to be addressed in dividing a business. They include:…
Divorce is one of the most difficult times in anyone’s life. Besides the emotional stress of the breakup of your marriage, you are also dealing with the details of the dissolution of your legal union. The stress is magnified if you and your spouse have disagreements. An experienced attorney can and should handle the legal aspects of your divorce….
Drivers who are convicted of a DUI face a number of significant consequences. Some of the penalties for DUI include: A potential jail sentence A fine Loss of your driver’s license for a period of time A jail sentence for a DUI conviction is always a possibility. In California, the law allows for it, even on the first conviction….
Every year, millions of college students take the rite of annual passage by traveling over Spring Break. Even those who remain local try to let loose and enjoy themselves. Spring break does not end well for many college students who have been arrested for the following offenses. Driving Under the Influence When college students party over spring break, they…
When the prosecution has charged you with drug possession, they must still prove their case beyond a reasonable doubt. The jury would need to consider your own defenses before they voted to convict you of the crime. Here are some ways that you can defend drug charges. Lack of Intent Possession is a crime that requires a showing that…
Not every divorce must go to trial. It is possible to have an uncontested divorce, where the court grants the divorce filing with no need for a hearing. In uncontested divorces, there are no issues where the parties have failed to reach an agreement. Spouses have the ability to negotiate their own divorce agreement that covers all the major…
Spousal support, also known as alimony, is not something that is a part of every divorce. Everything depends on the circumstances of your own divorce and the economic position of each of the two partners. Spousal support is the court’s way of equalizing the standard of living between the two spouses when one has a greater earning power than…
Many spouses want to be done with their divorce as soon as possible, so they can turn a new page in their life. Under California law, the process will take time, even when the two spouses are able to agree on all issues. There is a minimum waiting period of six months from the time that you file for…
Certain serious crimes in California are charged as felonies. If the defendant is convicted of the crime, they can expect serious penalties, including jail time and fines. They will also face other collateral consequences of their conviction. There are several options for jail sentences, depending on the severity of the crime. The defendant could receive a low, medium, or…
