by Matthew Luzaich | Jun 28, 2016 | Criminal Law
There is a general criminal law rule in California that an officer can only arrest a person for a misdemeanor crime if the officer was present for the commission of the crime, absent an arrest warrant. There are a few exceptions to this rule, however, one of which... by Matthew Luzaich | Jun 22, 2016 | Criminal Law
FIRST OFFENSE DUI SUSPENSION W/ BAC <.20% If adverse finding at DMV hearing but no conviction in court: 4 month DMV license suspension. (Veh. Code § 13353.3(b)(1)) Eligible for RDL (restricted driver’s license) after 30 days. (13353.7(a)) If person gets a RDL the... by Matthew Luzaich | Jun 21, 2016 | Criminal Law
In general, a person’s house or residence is a safe haven from government intrusion, including intrusion for the purpose of effecting an arrest. There are many exceptions to this rule, however, including but not limited to hot pursuit, welfare checks, search... by Matthew Luzaich | Jun 20, 2016 | Criminal Law
Even Americans who know little or nothing about American jurisprudence still know they are entitled to a phone call if arrested. Somehow it’s been ingrained in us as a people. But do you really know your right? Do you care to know more about it? If yes, keep... by Matthew Luzaich | Jun 16, 2016 | Criminal Law
The American Civil Liberties Union of Northern California, Rubicon Programs, and Henry Washington are suing the Solano County Superior Court for suspending the driver’s licenses of some drivers who have failed to pay their traffic ticket fines. The ACLU claims that...