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Faulty Fingerprinting Analysis Results in Innocent People Being Wrongfully Accused
Posted on November 12, 2008After an internal investigation by the LAPD, LAPD officials recently acknowledged that two innocent people were wrongfully accused of committing crimes after they were erroneously identified by LAPD fingerprint experts! Even more alarming is the fact that LAPD officials acknowledge that several other individuals were likely wrongfully accused in the past as result of faulty fingerprinting analysis, but they do not have the resources to pay for a thorough audit to find out just how many...
California Minor in Possession Law Explained
Posted on November 11, 2008Minor in Possession of Alcohol Many people under the age of 21 think it is okay to consume alcohol as long as they stay under the 0.08% limit. It is true that according to the law, intoxication is defined as having a blood alcohol level of 0.08% or higher and driving under the influence of alcohol if behind the wheel...
Riverside Criminal Defense and DUI Lawyers
Posted on November 11, 2008The Riverside criminal defense lawyers at Wallin & Klarich have more than 30 years of experience defending Riverside County clients who are facing criminal charges, including misdemeanors, felonies, federal and internet crimes. Riverside, California is the county seat of Riverside County...
California Drug Crime Consequences to be Decided on Prop 5
Posted on November 10, 2008California Drug Offenses There exists a need for expanding access to drug treatment programs for those individuals who need it and will benefit from it. Incarceration is not the answer. California voters passed Proposition 36 in 2000 and now we face another important decision to make with Proposition 5...
California Drivers License Suspension for Speeding
Posted on November 07, 2008Speeding over 100 MPH in California In California you can lose your drivers license if caught driving 100 mph or more. California Vehicle Code 22348(b)(1) allows a judge to leave you with a suspended drivers license for 30 days if your caught doing 100 mph...
California Criminal Defense Attorneys Must Keep Their Clients Informed
Posted on November 06, 2008You Need a Lawyer Who Tells You What Your Rights Are A recent appellate decision came down where judges reiterated the fact that lawyers need to tell clients what their rights are. Most California criminal defense lawyers of course know that part of their job duties includes telling their clients what their rights are...
San Diego Criminal Defense Attorneys and DUI Lawyers
Posted on November 06, 2008San Diego, California is the county seat of San Diego County and the second largest city in California. San Diego hosts two major league sports teams: the San Diego Chargers (NFL) and the San Diego Padres (MLB). Other attractions include the San Diego Zoo and the many miles of fine beaches...
Internet Sex Crimes Can Start in a Chat Room
Posted on November 05, 2008Be careful on the Internet If you find yourself in a chat room or talking to someone online, be careful of the age of that other person. California makes it a crime to discuss sexual matters online to someone who is under 18 years old, or somoene who you ?think? is under 18 years old...
Orange County DUI Charges Dismissed after Statutory Period Passes
Posted on November 04, 2008DUI dismissed when lawyer withdraws waiver of time and defendant is not brought to trial within statutory period In a recent Orange County DUI case it was decided that the defendant be able to have his case dismissed because the court did not have his case tried within the statutory period...
Manhattan Beach DUI Lawyers and Criminal Defense Attorneys
Posted on November 04, 2008The Manhattan Beach criminal defense attorneys at Wallin & Klarich have more than 30 years of experience handling cases for clients that are facing criminal charges, including everything from misdemeanors to felonies to DUI/DWI and DMV hearings. Given our long history of operating in the area, we have a long-standing familiarity with local courts, district attorneys and judges that afford our clients the Manhattan Beach three strikes defense they need to guarantee a favorable result in their case...
Expunging Your Criminal Record
Posted on November 03, 2008Why hiring a California expungement lawyer to clean up your criminal record is so important A criminal record can prevent you from getting a good job, obtaining credit, renting an apartment, voting, obtaining certain licenses, running for political positions, and other benefits of society we take for granted...
California Criminal Defense Attorney Weighs in on Posting Bail
Posted on October 31, 2008Why i should have the assistance of a California criminal defense lawyer before i make the decision to bail out my loved one What Is Bail, and How Is It Set? The amount of bail is a sum of money that an accused must deposit with the court to ensure that you will appear...
California Criminal Defense: Changing Judges or Commissioners
Posted on October 30, 2008What can i do if i do not like the judge or commissioner that is assigned to my case? Do you have a case where you do not like the commissioner or judge and want your case to be heard in front of a different judicial officer? It is common when a judicial officer does not rule in your favor or you feel that they are biased towards the opposing party, you want your case to be heard by someone else...
Los Angeles DWI/DUI and Criminal Defense Attorneys
Posted on October 30, 2008The Los Angeles criminal defense lawyers at Wallin & Klarich have more than 30 years of experience defending Los Angeles County clients who are facing criminal charges, including misdemeanors, felonies, federal and internet crimes. Los Angeles, California is the second largest city in the United States with a population of approximately 3...
Regaining Child Custody and Terminating Child Guardianship
Posted on October 29, 2008How do I terminate a guardianship to get my kids back? When parents have marital problems and/or are addicted to drugs and alcohol, the grandparents may realize that the children are not in a healthy environment and request guardianship of the children...
Criminal Defense Attorneys and Self-Representation
Posted on October 28, 2008Can i represent myself in my criminal case? What can an experienced criminal defense lawyer do for me? You need a qualified and aggressive criminal defense attorney to fight for you and your freedom. Call WALLIN & KLARICH 24 hours a day 7 days a week at 1-888-749-0034 or find us online at www...
Tustin Drunk Driving Attorneys and Criminal Defense Lawyers
Posted on October 28, 2008Tustin, California is a small city located near the county seat of Orange County, Santa Ana. The city was founded late in the 19th century on what was formerly part of the great Rancho Santiago de Santa Ana. Since then it served a small role during World War II as a naval anti-submarine airship base...
California Appeals Court Rules that DA Cannot "Surprise Defendant" With New Torture Charges
Posted on October 27, 2008Criminal defense attorney files writ to have charges missed due to unfair surprise A California Court of Appeals recently reviewed a writ of prohibition to restrain the Superior Court of San Diego County from proceeding further on torture charges that were pending against Augustin Robert Quinones...
San Francisco Lawyer Convicted of Second Degree Murder
Posted on October 24, 2008Dog mauling conviction for second degree murder in California results in 15 year to life sentence for former lawyer A San Francisco County Superior Court Judge sentenced Marjorie Knoller to 15 years to life in prison for the mauling death of her neighbor Diane Whipple...
Valencia Criminal Defense and DUI Attorneys
Posted on October 23, 2008Valencia, California is a planned community that along with three other communities, merged to form Santa Clarita, California in 1987. The area is extensively used as filming locations for many TV series', past and present. Some of these shows include The Power Rangers, NCIS, Weeds and Melrose Place...
Fourth Rape Charge Faced by Former Deputy Sheriff
Posted on October 22, 2008Retaining a skilled felony criminal defense law firm is critical when facing rape charges Sheriff?s Sgt. Mike Rodriguez was arrested recently on suspicion of his fourth rape charge along with two other felony counts including possession of firearms and ammunition while under a restraining order...
Ventura DUI/DWI Lawyers and Criminal Defense Attorneys
Posted on October 21, 2008The Ventura criminal defense attorneys at Wallin & Klarich have more than 30 years of experience handling cases for clients that are facing criminal charges, including everything from misdemeanors to felonies to DUI/DWI and DMV hearings. Given our long history of operating in the area, we have a long-standing familiarity with local courts, district attorneys and judges that afford our clients the Ventura felony defense they need to guarantee a favorable result in their case...
Federal Criminal Case Judges Can Reject Plea Bargains
Posted on October 20, 2008Judges have the power to reject plea bargains in federal criminal cases; hiring an experienced federal criminal attorney can assist you in obtaining a positive result in your case A federal judge recently rejected a plea bargain made between the accused and the prosecutors that would have given an Orange County billionaire probation for lying to regulators about his role in an alleged $2...
California Drug and Weapons Charges Prompts Pat Down Legality Dispute
Posted on October 17, 2008When you are facing drug charges you need the legal representation of highly qualified criminal defense lawyers to help you win your case. Tyree Christopher Collier was denied his motion to suppress evidence on Thursday, September 18, 2008 and plead guilty to concealed firearm charges in California...
Victorville Criminal Defense and Drunk Driving Lawyers
Posted on October 16, 2008The Victorville criminal defense lawyers at Wallin & Klarich have more than 30 years of experience defending San Bernardino County clients who are facing criminal charges, including misdemeanors, felonies, federal and internet crimes. Victorville, California is located in the Victor Valley of western San Bernardino County...
Orange County Federal Crime Plea Agreement Denied on Samueli Case
Posted on October 15, 2008$12.2 million payment and five year probation plea for Orange County billionaire and Broadcom co-founder Henry Samueli rejected On Monday September 8, 2008 a federal judge in Orange County Federal Court rejected the felony plea deal for Henry Samueli to pay $12...
La Mirada DUI/DWI and Criminal Defense Lawyers
Posted on October 14, 2008The La Mirada criminal defense attorneys at Wallin & Klarich have more than 30 years of experience handling cases for clients that are facing criminal charges, including everything from misdemeanors to felonies to DUI/DWI and DMV hearings. Given our long history of operating in the area, we have a long-standing familiarity with local courts, district attorneys and judges that afford our clients the La Mirada felony defense they need to guarantee a favorable result in their case...
Vehicular Manslaughter Defendant Receives Probation in San Diego
Posted on October 13, 2008Vehicular manslaughter case results in probation for defendant tue to excellent work by his San Diego criminal defense attorney On September 10, 2008 19-year-old Alec O?Keefe was ordered to serve a year in county jail and was placed on five years? probation...
Assault with Deadly Weapon Charges against School Janitor
Posted on October 10, 2008Accused of Pistol-whipping, Janitor is charged with Assault with Deadly Weapon Often times, anger and bitterness can lead to outrages acts. It is extremely important to realize that although we may consider ourselves calm and collected people, life may throw something unexpected our way and there?s no telling how we might react...
Huntington Beach Criminal Defense and DUI Defense Attorneys
Posted on October 09, 2008Huntington Beach, California is a city of nearly 200,000 situated along the coast in northern Orange County. It is most famous for its impressive 12-mile beach and excellent surfing conditions. Its position relative to Catalina Island creates a unique natural effect that generates pristine surf that attracts surfers from all over the world...
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