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Is Marijuana Illegal in California? California has always been a forward-thinking state. California led the pack when it came to medical marijuana. California was the first state to legalize medical marijuana, making it […]

What is a Restraining Order? Put simply, a restraining order is a civil, legal document that prevents one party from harming, contacting, or harassing another party. This document may contain court-issued mandates that […]

Being arrested and convicted of a DUI in California is a serious matter that can potentially affect your ability to drive and maintain your employment, as it could result in a suspension of […]

While the recreational use of marijuana is legal in California and across many other states, operating a motor vehicle while under the influence of any drug is still against the law in the […]

Being charged with a crime is an overwhelming situation that can turn a person's life upside down and put all their future plans and dreams on hold – possibly for an indefinite period […]

Restraining orders can be a valuable tool to help domestic violence victims receive protection against their abuser and can also be beneficial to help the parties maintain a safe distance while their family […]

If an individual has reasons to believe that another person's behavior is putting them at risk of bodily harm, that individual may request a California court to restrain the other person's behavior by […]

What Exactly is a Plea Bargain? A plea bargain, often called a plea deal or plea agreement, is a legal process involving the defendant, the defending attorney, the prosecuting attorney, and a judge. […]

According to the California Department of Motor Vehicles 2021 DUI Management Information Systems Report, the DUI arrest rate per 100,000 licensed drivers in California was 455 for the year 2019. The report also […]

When law enforcement suspects a driver may be under the influence of drugs or alcohol, they may subject that driver to a variety of tests to confirm the impairment and measure to what […]