Faulty Fingerprinting Analysis Results in Innocent People Being Wrongfully Accused
Faulty Fingerprinting Analysis Results in Innocent People Being Wrongfully Accused
After 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…
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California Minor in Possession Law Explained
Minor 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. That law only applies to people who are twenty-one or…
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Riverside Criminal Defense and DUI Lawyers
The 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. Situated near, and named for, the Santa Ana River, Riverside is the birthplace of the citrus industry in California. With its burgeoning citrus industry, Riverside expanded rapidly and continues…
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California Drug Crime Consequences to be Decided on Prop 5
California 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. Prop 5 will take money away from the least effective tool on the fight against drugs - incarceration, and instead shift…
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California Drivers License Suspension for Speeding
Speeding 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. Most courts, including San Diego, will never tell you until its too late. Speeding tickets in California are infractions. That means you cannot be sentenced…
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California Criminal Defense Attorneys Must Keep Their Clients Informed
You 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. Apparently, however, not all attorneys communicate very well with their clients. Apparently, not all attorneys make…
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San Diego Criminal Defense Attorneys and DUI Lawyers
San 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. It is a simple fact that a city as large as San Diego is going to experience everything from…
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Internet Sex Crimes Can Start in a Chat Room
Be 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. Police throughout California have received grants from the federal government seeking to crack down on…
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Orange County DUI Charges Dismissed after Statutory Period Passes
DUI 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. In this case the defendant's lawyer originally appeared in court and "waived time" which would have allowed the District…
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Manhattan Beach DUI Lawyers and Criminal Defense Attorneys
The 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…
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