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If you were charged with a crime and ultimately convicted, you may have been able to avoid jail time as a punishment and instead have been put on probation. Essentially, probation defines specific terms that you must follow during a certain duration of time so you can stay out of jail. Usually, people will select…

When you are young and starting out in life, the future is full of endless possibilities. If you can navigate life well, make good choices, work hard, and keep your head on straight, everything should, in theory, turn out fine. As life goes on, there will undoubtedly be adversity experienced and tough decisions to be…

If you are facing drug crime charges in California, you should know that if you are convicted, you could face several harsh penalties, such as high fines or time behind bars. It is incredibly important that when you are charged with a drug crime, you have effective and experienced legal counsel on your side, helping…

Suppose you have determined that your purpose and your future are in service to your country, and you want to join the military, but you have a criminal history. In that case, you may be wondering how that will impact your eligibility. This is because a criminal history can affect your ability to enroll in…

You will have a criminal record when you are charged with a crime and convicted in a court of law. It doesn’t matter if you were only charged and convicted of one crime. Once a conviction takes place, a criminal record is established. A conviction of a crime usually means penalties will be handed down,…

A positive drug test when you are in the military is not a minor issue to be taken lightly. When you take a urine drug test as a military member that yields a positive result, you are putting your military career on the line. However, a positive urine drug test does not mean that you…

If you are facing criminal charges, the two best conclusions you likely are hoping for are either to secure a not-guilty verdict or to simply have your charges dropped. It may seem like having your charges dropped is a long shot. But depending on the circumstances of your case, it may be possible. And, when…

A restraining order is a protective action that is meant to stop and prevent harassment, threats, or violence by one party against another. There are five types of restraining orders, with a civil harassment restraining order being one of them. Restraining orders can be temporary, or they can be permanent. While a restraining order is…

After an arrest for any charge, there is always a critical decision that must be made. Do you plead guilty and accept the consequences, or do you take the chance and fight your charges? This is true for all criminal arrests, including DUI arrests. It may seem like, in the grand scheme of things, concerning…

If you were pulled over by a California police officer who suspected you were driving drunk and then ultimately arrested you, this is obviously not a situation you want to be in. You may feel scared, anxious, or unsure. You may even feel bewildered, especially if you know you are not guilty of drunk driving. …