Alternative Sentencing in California
Avoiding jail is a goal of almost every client so alternative sentencing is always a popular topic. Due to family and work commitments a jail sentence can often involve losing more than just the time served. Alternative sentencing is not available in every case and every case is different but our office strives to find […]
Underage Drinking and Driving in California- VC 23136 & VC 23140
You probably know that if you are over the age of 21, it is illegal to drive with a blood alcohol level over .08%. You may even be aware of your right to refuse to take the road side breathalyzer test (referred to as a preliminary alcohol screening, or PAS test) if you have not […]
Do Traffic Cops Have a Quota?
This is one of the classic debates of traffic court. Here’s what the law has to say on the issue in California. According to California Vehicle Code Section 41602, “No state or local agency employing peace officer or parking enforcement of this code or any local ordinance adopted pursuant to this code, may establish any […]
