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Apr
In a recent year, California had 95,957 DUI arrests, signifying the prevalence of drunk driving across the state. California, along with every state (except Utah), illegalizes the operation of a motor vehicle if a motorist has a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) of 0. 08% or great...
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Apr
If you have been accused of a felony, building a strong defense will give you the best chance of avoiding prison. Even though the prosecution is tasked with proving your guilt beyond a reasonable doubt, you must provide evidence negating your liability. Given the complexities of...
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Apr
In California, a felony is a criminal offense with a punishment of at least one year in prison and a maximum fine of $10,000. State law defines over 1,400 types of felonies, although the California Penal Code does not classify levels of felonies like other states. Rather, the sta...
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Apr
If you reside in California and there has been a substantial change in your living or work situation, or if your child’s needs have changed, you may want to modify the terms of your current custody order. A modification request may be made for several reasons, but if you and the...
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Apr
Drinking and driving is a serious concern in our society, with 13,524 people losing their lives due to alcohol impairment in recent years. The state of California criminalizes operating a motor vehicle with a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) of 0. 08% or greater, with commercial...
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Apr
Statutory rape is nonforcible sexual intercourse with a minor, with both persons consenting to the sexual activity. With the state’s age of consent being 18 years of age, it is considered statutory rape for an adult to have sex with anyone underage that is not his or her spouse...
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Apr
Each state has different caps regarding how much money plaintiffs can recover in a lawsuit. In California, while there is no limit on damages in personal injury cases, there is a cap on how much money you can recover in a medical malpractice claim. According to Assembly Bill No...
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Apr
A felony is a serious crime, punishable by more than one year in prison and hefty fines. If you have been charged with a criminal offense in California, you can expect to pay up to $10,000 in fines. Even after serving time and paying your fine, a felony conviction will stay on yo...
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Apr
In the aftermath of an accident, it can be hard to know what issues to address first. Between medical expenses, lost wages, and home modifications, accident-related costs may be enough to make your head spin. Thankfully, at Bamieh & De Smeth, PLLC, our Santa Barbara personal...
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Apr
We hear the term “probable cause” frequently, but do you know what it means? Probable cause is a level of certainty that law enforcement must have before arresting someone. Probable cause requires that the police have sufficient evidence to demonstrate that a crime was committed...
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Apr
Bringing another child into your home can be a rewarding experience. While the experience can be gratifying, many prospective parents feel that they are under intense scrutiny by adoption agencies. While understandable, it is important to know that adoption agencies are looking o...
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Apr
With approximately 5. 7 divorces per 100,000 people, California has one of the highest divorce rates in the country. Although the number of people getting divorced has been declining in recent years in The Golden State, the issue is cause for concern. Given that the average length...
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