Drug Offenses
How to Avoid Being Arrested for Possession of Cocaine if You are Visiting Justin Bieber’s Home
As has been reported by a number of media outlets nationally, L.A. County sheriff's arrived at Justin Bieber's Calabasas, Calif. home on Jan. 14 with 11 cop cars and a battering ram. Armed with a search warrant, Bieber's home was being searched for evidence that could connect the pop star to the crime of felony vandalism. Bieber's Friend Arrested for Possession of Cocaine During the search of the home, the…
Read MoreHave You Seen Molly?
Have you ever heard young people asking "Have you seen Molly?" You should know that they aren't talking about the girl next door. "Molly" is a street name for MDMA, short for 3,4-methylenedioxymethamphetamine. There are a lot of slang terms for MDMA. "Ecstasy" and "Molly" are the most common. Molly, however, is supposed to be free of adulterants, such as caffeine or methamphetamine. You might also hear "E," "XTC," "X,"…
Read MoreMedical Marijuana Dispensaries Continue To Seek Out New Business Models
In California, the battle continues over the legality of medical marijuana dispensaries. Front and center is the issue of the scope of local zoning authority over medical marijuana facilities. Recently, the state Supreme Court ruled unanimously in City of Riverside v. Inland Empire Patients Health and Wellness Center (California Supreme Court – May. 2013), that the Compassionate Use Act (Prop 215) and the Medical Marijuana Program Act of 2004 do…
Read MoreI Have Been Charged With Possession of Drug Paraphernalia In Los Angeles. (11364 H&S)
The Los Angeles Drug Paraphernalia Attorneys at Wallin & Klarich have over 30 years of experience handling possession of drug paraphernalia cases in Southern California. Our attorneys have the skill and expertise to provide you with the best possible defense in your case. What Is Possession of Drug Paraphernalia? Under California Health and Safety Code Section 11364, it is against the law for you to possess an opium pipe, or…
Read MoreCan I be Criminally Prosecuted in California for Overdosing on a Controlled Substance? – Health and Safety Code Section 11376.5
A recent California bill was passed into law that seems to recognize that drug addiction is more a disease than a crime. This is good news for those struggling with addiction. This new law under Health and Safety Code Section 11376.5 states that if you overdose on illegal drugs, you will not face criminal prosecution if you seek medical help. Not only does this law protect you against charges for…
Read MoreIn California it is No Longer a Crime to Seek Medical Assistance in “Good Faith” for Drug Overdose (Health and Safety Code 11376.5)
Recently, California added Health and Safety Code section 11376.5, which states that if you are experiencing a drug-related overdose and seek out medical assistance in good faith, you will not be charged with a crime. In other words, you no longer can be charged with possession or being under the influence of the drug under California Health and Safety Code section 11550 if you seek out medical assistance in good…
Read MoreIf You Plead Guilty to a Felony by Mistake, You Will Never be Able to Reverse the Error
Believe it or not, it REALLY MATTERS who you have as your criminal defense attorney. No case brings that point home better than the case of Mr. Miller, who in 2004 was accused of the unlawful possession of the prescription drug (valium) without having a doctor's authorization. The DA wrongfully filed this crime as a felony offense. In fact this crime can only be a misdemeanor offense. Mr. Miller plead…
Read MoreThe Illegal Possession of Adderall Among our Youth
The California drug possession defense lawyers at Wallin & Klarich have represented many client cases pertinent to juvenile drug crimes. With no doubt, many of these kids just need to be understood, and they need to be instructed upon the consequences of their actions. I don't intend to criticize or scold anyone with this video, but I do want to tell you a few facts about the illegal selling and…
Read MoreBattle over Medical Marijuana Dispensaries Continues
In yet another twist and turn, the California drug crimes lawyers at Wallin & Klarich provide you with another example of the ongoing battle over medical marijuana dispensaries in Calfiornia. The Los Angeles Court of Appeals ruled that the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors could NOT ban all medical marijuana dispensaries in portions of LA County. The Court of Appeals made clear that current California law controls over local…
Read MoreMedical Marijuana Dispensary Owners Arrested by Federal Authorities
The ongoing battle between California medical marijuana laws and the federal government's laws which restrict such establishments heated up recently when six defendants, including the owners of medical marijuana dispensaries, were arrested on federal charges. Those accused should retain an experienced California drug crimes lawyer to defend them immediately. While California state law allows for medical marijuana to be lawfully sold from "authorized" dispensaries, the federal government continues to threaten…
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