Orange County Criminal Defense Blog

Why Not All Arrests Lead to Convictions December 7, 2018

Were you recently arrested in Orange County or anywhere else in California? If so, you may be very nervous right now. What will happen? Will you be locked away for years? Will you have to pay ...

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Suspended Driver Licenses in California November 30, 2018

Like Texas, California is a BIG state and most people need their driver license to get around. California is not like places, such as New York City or Salt Lake City where you can get everywhere ...

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How Domestic Violence Impacts Child Custody in California November 23, 2018

If you are accused of domestic violence in Orange County, the outcome of the case can mean more than a criminal record, it can affect a family law case and if you’re a Green Card holder, it can impact ...

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Can I Travel While on Probation in California? November 16, 2018

When people are convicted of crimes in California and placed on probation, they almost always want to know, “Can I travel for work or pleasure while I’m on probation?” Understandably, they don’t want ...

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Can I Be Forced to Take a Polygraph Test in California? November 9, 2018

If you enjoy watching crime shows on TV or film, you’ve probably seen suspects brought into questioning, some of who are asked to take a polygraph or “lie detector” test. A polygraph is a machine that ...

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What is a Hate Crime? November 2, 2018

What is a hate crime and what sets it apart from traditional crimes? A hate crime involves a regular offense, such as assault , arson , or murder , but it has an extra element – bias. For example, ...

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