Are Driving Offenses Criminal in California? Many drivers in California want to know – are driving offenses criminal in the Golden State? To provide a substantial answer, we must first define a few relevant terms. The law has two categories – civil law and criminal law. For the purposes of this article, only a brief,…
I’m a Los Angeles Traffic Ticket Lawyer. Every day I go to courts all over Los Angeles to fight tickets on behalf of my clients. As a traffic ticket attorney in LA, I know my way in and out of over 100 courthouses in Southern California. Some courts will allow walk in…
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Imagine this scenario: You are looking for a job. You have been searching for hours each day to find your dream job. One day, you find it! You apply and wait for them to call you for an interview. A few weeks later you go in for your interview and you nail it. They tell…
Is it worth the money to hire a Los Angeles Traffic Ticket Lawyer? This is a question I get asked everyday in my office. Some people will call and beat around the bush, others get right down to the point and just ask. If my LA traffic ticket costs $500, why would I pay…
Having a lead foot in the state of California can cause yourself to second guess your decision to speed. Often in a hurry, America’s often speed without even knowing they are. Not surprisingly, the California highway patrol speeding ticket cost is one of the highest in the country. It would be wise not to speed…
Celebrities and Special Court Treatment If you have been following the court trials of the rich and famous over the past couple of years, you may feel that being a celebrity allows a defendant special treatment because of their status in popular culture. Often times, media reports suggest that because of a defendants perceived…
Alhambra traffic court is set to close on May 15, 2013 due to the budget crunch facing the Los Angeles Superior Court. Closures of many courthouses have been rumored and announced over the last few months and this is the latest news from the Alhambra traffic court. As of May 15th, all traffic…
Understanding the rules of traffic in a certain location can save you from running into trouble with the police officer or the judicial court. There are tons of laws that you should consider learning. Getting caught driving in red light or going against the speed rules of California can be a worrisome situation especially when…
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The Law Offices of Mark A. Gallagher recently represented a defendant who received a Victorville red light camera citation. The alleged violation occurred at the intersection of Bear Valley Road and Industrial Boulevard. The evidence acquired from discovery showed the yellow light was too short for state standards and therefore this Victorville red light camera…
Guest Post By Christopher J McCann on How Many Points Is a DUI in California California Department of Motor Vehicle utilizes what is known as point system to grade driving records. Every driver in CA starts with a clean record. Nonetheless, simple offenses like traffic ticket can affect your driving history. Incidents that will earn…
