Torrance Crime News Crime is on the rise in Torrance during this busy holiday season. Likewise, pleading guilty or no contest plea to a theft charge in the Torrance Courthouse can have devastating consequences on your future employment. Many job applicants are asked if they’ve ever been convicted of a misdemeanor or a felony and,…
An arrest for driving under the influence in California is an expensive and painful process for many California drivers. There’s the embarrassment of the arrest, the thousands of dollars in fines, the DUI classes you must attend (and pay for), and possible custody time, not to mention the cost of an attorney. Many people choose…
All lawyers can agree that law school can be a grueling experience and studying for the bar can be downright painful. Future lawyer take numerous courses on the law, legal analysis and trial advocacy. However, there are few if any courses on what really goes on in a courtroom….especially in criminal courts. Here are just…
California Labor Code states than an employer cannot ask someone applying for a job for information about an arrest or detention that did not end up in a conviction. So, if you are applying for a job and you happen to have a conviction arising out of the Torrance Courthouse, they cannot ask about the…
Law enforcement agencies across California have been ramping up efforts to enforce drunk driving laws. As an attorney practicing in Indio, CA, I’m always amazed at the sheer number of DUI cases that come through the courthouse. Many people don’t realize how easy it is to reach a BAC of .08. Many more are unaware…
Late last night the California State Legislature signed California AB 60 which will allow over 2 million undocumented immigrants to obtain a valid California Drivers License….sort of. There appears to be an ongoing debate right now about whether California AB 60 will allow a drivers “license” or just a driving “privilege”. Either way,…
If you’re reading this blog post, you’re probably trying to figure out what to do about your Los Angeles County Bench warrant. You’re obviously worried about it. You must be tired of that feeling of dread every time you see a cop. But understandably, you’re afraid to go to court. Are they going to slap…
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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…
I practice criminal defense in Los Angeles, Orange County, and everywhere else in Southern California. Like a true Sureno, I handle everything south of Bako. A question that comes up quite is bit deals with clients facing a probation violation in connection with a new case. The most common scenario involves…
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…
