If you’re facing criminal charges, regardless of what they are for, witnesses may be produced to testify against you. This is one of the main ways that the prosecution gets evidence into court. They try to find witnesses who will support the case and present evidence,...
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3 misconceptions about your roommate’s drug use
You may have a roommate who uses drugs – and you decided that’s none of your business, even though you think they use to excess. Still, when police came knocking on your door and it was clearly related to the drug issue, it was a shock. After the officers searched...
Why does it matter which court hears a domestic violence case?
An argument with a spouse or romantic partner may end up with you being accused of domestic violence. But, does it matter which court hears the accusations against you? Absolutely. Here’s what you need to know. Domestic violence can be either a civil or a criminal...
Can a reluctant witness be forced to testify in California?
It’s a prosecutor’s job to decide whether or not to bring charges, but prosecutors need evidence to turn charges into convictions. So, what happens if a witness refuses to testify against you? Would that get you out of trouble? Probably not, and here’s why. A witness...
2 more reasons eyewitness testimony is unreliable
You have been accused of a violent crime – maybe assault or murder – and there are eyewitnesses willing to swear to your guilt in court. Are you basically without a defense? Absolutely not. Although eyewitness testimony is often used in courtrooms, the reality is that...
How can the police tell if you’re driving while drugged?
Drugged driving is an increasingly worrisome trend, and the authorities are constantly looking for ways to spot folks who are driving under the influence of mind-altering substances. While Breathalyzers have long provided documentable evidence of drunk driving, there...
Yes, you can get a DUI the day after drinking
If the police stop you and you take a breath test, any alcohol you drank within the past few hours will show in the test reading. Most people understand that, so they generally avoid driving immediately after drinking. What many people forget is that it takes time for...
Do not share prescription medications
You may have heard that people make a lot of mistakes with the best of intentions. They are simply trying to help or they’re trying to do the right thing, but it leads to a crucial error. In some cases, they may even end up breaking the law. One way that this can...
How catfishing could lead to sex crime charges
Catfishing is sometimes done lightheartedly and sometimes done very seriously. Either way, it is the process of assuming a different identity online. People who do this will play a part and pretend to be someone else. This isn’t always necessarily malicious, but it...
When does California’s Good Samaritan law provide immunity?
The problem of fatal drug overdoses is one that’s only gotten worse in recent years. That’s why most states, including California, have enacted some form of “Good Samaritan” law that provides immunity in certain circumstances for those who seek emergency medical help...