Why would a prosecutor dismiss or reduce punishment in a case? As a former prosecutor of almost 10 years, there are several possible reasons why a prosecutor may decide that criminal charges against a defendant should be dismissed or deserve reduced punishment. Some...
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Second time San Diego Driving Under the Influence San Diego DUI cases explained. San Diego DUI with prior charges. San Diego DUI 2nd time with a prior under the influence Lawyer Attorney Mark Deniz
Second time San Diego DUI cases have familiar elements to it. To the prosecution, someone is showing a trend of drinking and driving. In reality, it is the furthest from the truth. San Diego DUI with priors is when the punishments really start to add on. Classes...
San Diego Marijuana Pot DUI Cases explained. Driving under the influence of marijuana in San Diego. Marijuana Pot DUIs explained by San Diego DUI Defense Attorney Lawyer Attorney Mark Deniz. What are San Diego Marijuana Pot DUI penalties?
One area of DUI law that is moving its way to the front is Marijuana DUIs. The laws have changed over the last few years and what was a misdemeanor or felony offense is no more. The government has responded by placing more emphasis on San Diego Marijuana cases. It...
Getting a San Diego DUI Expunged? What is the benefits of getting your San Diego DUI expunged? Getting your San Diego DUI off your record? What are the benefits of getting a San Diego DUI case expunged. San Diego DUI and Expungement Attorney Lawyer
As a former prosecutor, I believed every person that attempted to get their case expunged was wise. It helps cap a very traumatic process that the person went through. Why is expungement is good for you If you've tried to look for a job since your DUI conviction, you...
The Law Offices of Mark Deniz welcomes Sydnee Cable to the team. Inside the Huddle
The Law Offices of Mark Deniz is proud to welcome Sydnee Cable to the team. Sydnee was a longtime intern who is going to be transitioning to a case manager position. Sydney arrives after a stellar college softball career at San Diego State University. Sydnee helped...
It is important to know your rights when stopped by police. San Diego DUI driving under the influence Attorney Lawyer
Knowing your rights when stopped by police is key. Most people are scared when stopped by police, even when they did nothing wrong. You do not want your desire to be cooperative and show you are a good person result in you throwing away your rights. I see it happen...
Vandalism charges in San Diego? Vandalism and Domestic Violence. How to examine and beat a PC594 charge. San Diego Criminal Defense Lawyer Attorney explains.
My wife has been looking to upgrade her phone for some time. We earmarked the next iPhone to purchase. The news recently came out that said the iPhone could be $1000.00. I immediately went to the thought of how a client can get a felony for breaking a phone. I have...
What is that hand held breathalyzer all about? Can you get the breathalyzer thrown out? PAS Preliminary Alcohol Screening San Diego DUI Defense Lawyer Attorney
The Preliminary Alcohol Screen Device (PAS) is a signifigant part of many San Diego DUI cases. When I have my first consultations, I ask the clients questions about the case. Most say yes, and at the scene the police never gave them a particular number. This device...
How long are drivers license suspended due to a San Diego DUI arrest? DUI Defense Lawyer Attorney Can I get a restricted provisional license. DUI Defense Lawyer Attorney in San Diego
San Diego county DUI cases are about hoop jumping. In the vast majority of DUI cases, jail time is not the issue. What usually does happen is a person gets hit with a plethora of various punishments to equal the punishment of jail. I have discussed these in previous...
Real Estate License and San Diego DUIs. WILL A DUI STOP ME FROM BECOMING A REALTOR? How does a San Diego DUI conviction affect a real estate agent? San Diego DUI Lawyer explains what can happen with a driving under the influence charge.
I finished up a case yesterday where my client was looking at losing his real estate license. The prosecutor asked me to supply them information on how the charge would impact my client's career. After supplying a healthy dose of information and with a good...