San Diego Marijuana "Pot" Driving Under the influence Charge People arrested for driving with marijuana in their system here in San Diego often pose no danger to the public, unlike drivers with alcohol and other drugs. Indeed, studies have shown that drivers that have...
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How to approach a San Diego Vandalism PC 594(a)(1) or PC 594(a)(2) case. San Diego Criminal Defense Lawyer Attorney explains
Vandalism is a common charge in San Diego County. When someone thinks of vandalism, it usually conjures up visions of someone tagging a wall. However, Vandalism is not just graffiti, "tagging,:. Some common types of vandalism include: Breaking items that belong to...
Stay safe: Fourth of July don’ts and dos, including do not get arrested for a San Diego DUI. San Diego Driving under the influence Lawyer Attorney explains
This week San Diego law enforcement will be out in full force looking for potential San Diego DUI drivers. If you drive after drinking any alcohol you will become a subject of a San Diego DUI investigation. These officers will err on the side of arresting. Be safe and...
Hitting a parked car while getting arrested for a San Diego DUI. Driving under the influence and getting into an accident. How do you deal with your insurance in a DUI? San Diego DUI Lawyer Attorney explains how to handle the case.
Many people have to deal with hitting a car as part of a San Diego DUI case. When an accident occurs as part of a DUI scenario, the prosecution understandably considers the case more aggravating. The whole reason DUI laws are supposedly in place is due to public...
I gotta go to work! How to handle your drivers license after being arrested for a San Diego DUI. Getting a restricted provisional license that allows you to drive to work. San Diego DUI Lawyer Attorney explains
There can be an expansive list of punishments in a San Diego DUI. After jail, one of the most concerning punishments is the driver's license suspension. It is unfortunate because the DMV places a maze of obstacles before someone can drive legally again. You want...
How to help get a San Diego Domestic Violence (DV) case reduced or dismissed is establishing there is no cycle of violence. Penal Code 243(e) 273.5 San Diego Domestic Violence Lawyer Attorney explains.
Let's begin by going over the most common Domestic Violence charges in San Diego: 1. Penal Code 273.5 Domestic Violence 2. Penal Code 243(e) Battery Battery Under California's domestic battery law, Penal Code 243(e)(1) PC, the legal definition of domestic battery is...
Restitution 101. A San Diego DUI and an accident adds more to the case. Driving under the influence with a collision and restitution issues. DUI with a hit and run issues
I was reading the news and came across an article (see below) where someone has to pay $230.000 in restitution to another person as part of a San Diego DUI. Anytime there is an accident as part of a San Diego DUI case, it aggravates the situation. There is usually...
How to help get a San Diego Domestic Violence (DV) case reduced or dismissed is establishing there is no cycle of violence. San Diego Domestic Violence Lawyer Attorney explains.
Is there a cycle of violence? It is one factor a prosecutor will be looking for when determining if there will be charges & punishments. They review the police reports, video, 911 calls to find this information. There are often statements that may give some...
What to do when you have been arrested for a San Diego solicitation PC 647(b) charge. San Diego Lawyer Attorney Mark Deniz explains. Prostitution and diversion programs
As a former prosecutor who has dealt with hundreds of solicitation cases in San Diego, there is no doubt that there has been a shift in how to handle a San Diego Solicitation case. Why? In our profession, we must adapt our strategies to the changing of the laws, and...
Getting a San Diego DUI and being under 21 years old. Driving Under the Influence Charge DUI Defense Attorney Lawyer Explains
Getting a San Diego DUI and being Under 21 is not a good mix.The prosecution tightens up with under 21 cases. For example, a .10% in many cases is a good candidate case for a reduction (like a wet reckless). In under 21 cases it is much difficult because the...