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Apr

What Should I Bring When I Meet With a Lawyer?

About UsOur Attorneys Practice Areas Criminal Defense Assault Drug Charges DUI Defense Federal Charges Juvenile Charges Manslaughter Murder Probation Violation Property ChargesTheft Sexual Charges Vehicular Manslaughter Veterans Court White Collar Charges Personal Inj...

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Apr

What is the Typical Procedure in Criminal Court?

Being charged with a crime is a frightening, stressful, and confusing experience, particularly if the defendant has never been arrested and doesn’t know what to expect from the justice system. It’s never easy to confront criminal allegations as a defendant or the family memb...

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11

Apr

What is the Fine for a DUI (Driving Under the Influence) in California?

California enforces some of the nation’s toughest penalties for DUI, or driving under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs. If you or one of your family members was arrested for DUI in California, you face steep fines, incarceration, the loss of your driving privileges, an...

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11

Apr

What is the Difference Between Assault and Battery?

“Assault” and “battery” are two crimes that are related but distinct. Many states only have the crime of assault and merge the two offenses into one, but they might keep both terms as distinct actions for civil lawsuits. California uses both terms for criminal law, separatin...

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Apr

What is the Difference Between a Felony and a Misdemeanor in California?

While there are many important differences between misdemeanors and felonies, both classes of offense share one feature in common: the potential to result in the imposition of serious penalties. A conviction of either can burden the offender with fines, incarceration, and a...

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11

Apr

What is a Plea Bargain?

If you were charged with a crime for the first time – or even if this is not your first offense – you are likely not an attorney, and there is no expectation that you understand everything that is going on. The arrest and booking process may be stressful, and you might anticip...

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11

Apr

What is a Deposition?

If you or a loved one has been charged with a crime in California, our criminal defense attorneys can help. For decades, we have been defending the rights of defendants in Ventura and Santa Barbara. Turn to the knowledge, skill, and dedication of the lawyers at The Law Offices...

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11

Apr

What Is a Breathalyzer?

If you have been pulled over on suspicions of DUI, the officer will ask you to take one of two breathalyzer tests. The first test is the Preliminary Alcohol Screen (PAS) breathalyzer, which is used prior to arrest to determine the amount of alcohol in your body. If you are 2...

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Apr

What Consequences Will I Face for a DUI?

First time potential DUI consequences in California are as follows: 3-5 years informal probation, up to 6 months in county jail, between $390-$1,000 in fines, 3 or 9 month court-approved alcohol or drug program, and a 6 to 10 month driver’s license suspension. The suspe...

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11

Apr

What Can I Expect from a Criminal Sentencing in California?

If you have been charged with a crime in California, you may feel apprehensive, overwhelmed, and anxious. Facing the criminal justice system is difficult, especially if you have never been involved in a crime before. You may wonder what happens after you have been charged. At...

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