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Apr
Assault is one of the most common crimes people get arrested for in Ventura. In fact, arrests for violent crimes like assault are on the rise in Ventura County. In an interview with the Ventura County Star last year, Ventura Police Chief Ken Corney said, “Arrests were up nearl...
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Apr
Stretching from Kern, San Bernardino, and San Luis Obispo Counties down to the southernmost tip of the state, Southern California features some of the Golden State’s most beautiful scenery and most desirable property, not to mention the heart of its film industry. Unfortunatel...
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Apr
There are many scenarios in which your personal property could be seized or confiscated by law enforcement in California. For example, police confiscation could occur if an officer discovers your phone at the scene of a crime. Police seizure can also occur when you are placed...
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Apr
California bail amounts can vary based on factors like offense severity, prior offenses, and other considerations. They also change from year to year, and furthermore vary from county to county. To keep families of defendants updated with the latest information, our Ventura cr...
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Apr
As a Ventura criminal defense attorney, the lawyers at Bamieh & De Smeth are frequently asked the question, “Can a District Attorney dismiss a case? ” Continue reading to hear the answer and learn more about what it means when a defendant’s criminal case is dismissed, who h...
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Apr
If you are considering taking legal action against a negligent doctor, nurse, surgeon, or other healthcare professional, it is critically important that you are aware of the time limit to file a malpractice lawsuit. Ventura medical malpractice attorneys answer the question, “H...
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Apr
The California Highway Patrol reported that more than 223,000 people were injured in California car accidents during 2013 alone. With statistics like these, it’s important to make sure you are prepared in the event that you or a loved one is ever seriously hurt in a crash or c...
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Apr
Drug possession is generally charged as a misdemeanor in California. However, there are certain situations where alleged possession of controlled substances can lead to felony charges. If you or one of your family members was arrested and charged with drug possession, includin...
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Apr
When it comes to auto insurance and car accident liability, there are two types of states: no-fault states, and fault states. But how are they different, and which category does California fall into? The Ventura personal injury lawyers of Bamieh & De Smeth answer these que...
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Apr
All domestic violence charges are serious. However, felonies can result in tougher penalties than misdemeanors, including higher fines and longer prison sentences. Additionally, due to the controversial “Three Strikes” sentencing law enacted in 1994, felony convictions create...
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