Fans in Riverside County gathered around televisions yesterday to watch the Superbowl. Close by were friends, food and alcohol. Some watched at home or a friend’s home, while others watched at the local bar.
Superbowl Sunday is supposed to be an exciting day for football fans, but unfortunately there are a high number of arrests made for drunk driving that day. It is okay to have a drink with your friends, but if you must, let someone who is not drinking drive you home.
California Vehicle Code Section 23152 (a) states, “It is unlawful for any person who is under the influence of any alcoholic beverage or drug, or under the combined influence of any alcoholic beverage and drug, to drive a vehicle.”
If you have been arrested on a DUI charge in Riverside County, you are probably concerned about the criminal consequences your case might have on your life. Contact a Riverside Criminal Law attorney who has handled and been successful in DUI cases – an attorney who will work hard for you every step of the way to deliver the best results in your case.
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Driving in California is not a right – it is a privilege. Therefore, if you have gotten certain infractions behind the wheel, it is most probable that your driver’s license will be taken away or suspended for a long period of time.
And, if you are caught driving a vehicle with a suspended license, the consequences could be severe. Consequences for such actions include longer suspension, fines, and jail time.
If you are caught driving with a suspended license, don’t make a bad situation even worse - you need the legal representation of an experienced Riverside Criminal Law attorney who will represent your legal interests.
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Gang-related crimes are a high priority in Riverside County and the Coachella Valley.
If the District Attorney discovers that a crime is tied to gang activity, the accused may face life in prison. A conviction can be used against a minor child in the event of any other serious or violent felony charges he or she receives in the future, according to California’s ‘Three Strikes Law’. This includes a theft, drug offense or assault.
It is important to keep a gang crime conviction off your child’s record even if it is his or her first offense. If your child has been arrested because of a gang-related crime, contact a Riverside Criminal Law attorney who has been successful in defending other gang-related cases – who will fight aggressively to protect your rights and prevent a conviction – who will fight for the best possible outcome.
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Charges of domestic violence must be taken seriously. Sentences for this type of conviction can include jail time.
The most common domestic violence charges include:
· Simple assault
· Criminal threatening
· Violation of a restraining order
· Stalking
· Harassment
If you have been arrested for domestic violence, you are facing a serious situation. Your future and freedom is on the line. Contact an experienced Riverside Criminal Law attorney who will fight for your legal rights.
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Recently the Riverside County Sheriff’s department received complaints about drug activity in the City of Corona. After investigating, five people were arrested and methamphetamines and marijuana were seized.
A 30-year old man leaving the home was arrested for investigation of drug possession for sale, misdemeanor driving with a suspended license and related charges. His bail was set at $50,000. Afterwards, a search warrant was served on the home where officers found methamphetamines, drug paraphernalia and marijuana.
In addition, a 16-year old girl was placed into protective custody by Child Protective Services. Four others were arrested for various charges, including investigation of narcotics possession for sale, being under the influence of drugs, and misdemeanor counts of child endangerment. Their bail ranged from $5,000 to $25,000.
If you are under investigation for a crime such as possession with intent to deliver or sell, you have a right to an attorney. Contact an experienced Riverside County Criminal Law attorney who will ensure that your rights are properly exercised.
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It is holiday time and many people are celebrating by having a drink. Some are having one too many drinks. Police arrest those who they believe have consumed too much alcohol, but luckily, are not driving a vehicle. They must prove that you were so intoxicated that you became a public nuisance.
Being charged with drunk in public is also a type of disorderly conduct under California law. California Penal Code 647(f) states, “A person must be unable to exercise care for his or her own safety or the safety of others, or… interferes with or obstructs or prevents the free use of any street, sidewalk, or other public way.”
A conviction can include fines and possible jail time. In addition, it will go on your permanent criminal record.
If you have been arrested for being drunk in public, contact an experienced Riverside Criminal Law attorney who will investigate the facts of your case and aggressively work to have your charges reduced or dismissed.
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I have been asked many times to explain the difference between a misdemeanor and felony offense. There are significant differences between the two. Misdemeanor convictions, such as DUI, simple drug possession or petty theft, carry less strict consequences than those for felony crimes.
A misdemeanor conviction, such as a traffic violation, is usually punishable by a fine and/or county jail time for less than a year while a felony conviction carries a higher fine and more jail time in a California prison. California’s ‘three strikes’ law says that if an individual has been convicted of two prior felony convictions, he or she could be looking at life in prison.
Being convicted of either charge can impact your life forever. If you have been arrested for a misdemeanor or felony crime, contact an experienced Riverside Criminal Law attorney to get the help and protection you need at this time.
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It is unfortunate but in today’s society prescription drugs, as well as recreational or street drugs, are abused too often by people of all ages.
Although all drug crime charges are felonies and a serious crime, a drug trafficking charge is one of the most serious charges. A person does not have to be caught with a large amount of drugs in their possession; a small amount can get you arrested.
Street drugs are the most common drugs used in drug trafficking. They include methamphetamines, marijuana, cocaine and heroin. In addition, prescription drugs also play a part in drug trafficking. The most common drugs include Oxycotin, Xanax, Valium and Vicodin. The felony charge depends on the type of drug and the amount you are caught with.
The consequences for a drug trafficking charge include jail, fines, court costs and probation. A conviction can impact your future.
If you are arrested for drug trafficking, this is a serious crime. Contact a skilled Riverside Criminal Law attorney who will aggressively fight for your rights.
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If you are facing charges for public drunkenness or disorderly conduct while intoxicated, you are facing serious consequences, which include a criminal record that stays with you for the rest of your life and a possible jail sentence.
It is up to the police officer’s discretion to determine if you are a threat to public safety due to your drinking. California Penal Code Section 647(f) states, “It is a criminal offense to be in a public place under the influence of an intoxicating substance, drugs or alcohol that places the person charged or anyone else at risk of harm or obstruction of safety or commerce due to intoxication.”
Being arrested for public drunkenness is not a laughing matter. Consequences include heavy fines, possible jail time, probation and a permanent criminal record. If you are arrested for drinking in public, contact a skilled Riverside Criminal Law attorney who will work on your behalf to get the charges reduced or dismissed while giving you the best possible representation during this stressful time.
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Being an underage driver and having alcohol in your system can amount to a devastating situation. The “zero-tolerance” statute applying to drivers under the age of 21 is more stringent than laws applying to older drivers.
As a reminder, California law prohibits anyone under the age of 21 with a blood-alcohol concentration of 0.05% or more to drive a vehicle. Any violation of this law may lead to a minor DUI charge.
Juveniles who are charged and convicted of a DUI face severe consequences, which include suspension of your driver’s license from a few months to a year or more.
If you are a minor and you are stopped and arrested for a DUI, it is important that you contact a qualified Riverside Criminal Law attorney who has been successful in defending drunk-driving cases – one who will make a difference in the outcome of your DUI charge.
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