What the District Attorney Does Not Want you to Know about a DUI
You Can Fight a DUI Allegation
The prosecutor and the police would have you believe that a DUI is a cut and dry crime. They want you to believe that the best thing is to rely on the system, give up the rights guaranteed to you by the Constitution and plead guilty. This is simply not true!
The fact is, there are many inappropriate arrests and mistakes are often made. Many people who are accused of DUI can successfully fight it, sometimes without even going to court.
When people come before the court without an attorney, they are at a …
Exhibicionismo (exposición indecente)
Quizás haya escuchado que alguien, fue puesto en el registró de ofensor sexual, por que fueron encontrados orinando en público. Podría ver sido en un largo viaje, o después de una noche divertida en su propia ciudad. ¿Pero puede esto ciertamente suceder?
El código penal sección 314, criminaliza el “exhibicionismo “o exposición indecente, esto normalmente se culpa como delito menor. Pero puede hasta en algunos casos ser acusado como felonía. Si es convicto de delito menor, lo pueden condenar hasta un año en la cárcel. Quizás mas significante, la condena de exhibicionismo, en el primer nivel, puede ser hasta 10 …
Indecent Exposure
You may have heard someone claim they ended up on the sex registry because they got caught peeing in public – be it during a long road trip or after a wild night on the town. But, does this actually happen?
Penal Code section 314 criminalizes “indecent exposure.” Indecent exposure is typically charged as a misdemeanor, but may, in some cases, be charged as a felony. If convicted of a misdemeanor violation, you face up to a year in jail. Perhaps most significantly, an indecent exposure conviction is a Tier I offense, requiring 10 years of registering as a sex …
Emplazamiento en 48 horas sin excepciones- nueva ley AB61 pasa fuera del comité.
En california si la persona es arrestada en un viernes por la noche, o en un fin de semana, pueden ser detenidas por más que de las requeridas 48 horas, antes de ser llevadas a la corte. Una nueva ley va a cambiar esto.
Emplazamiento es un procedimiento legal, el cual el acusado aparece enfrente de un juez, para escuchar los cargos en contra de usted y presenta su declaración; culpable, no culpable o sin disputa. En california el emplazamiento son detenidos por 48 horas típicamente de un arresto. Mientras tanto el tiempo puede variar a acuerdo a las circunstancias.…
What is Plea Bargaining and Is it a Good Option for Me?
Plea Bargains in California
If you have been charged with a crime in California, you may be presented with a plea bargain at some point during your case. A plea bargain may be the result of negotiations between two parties or might be due to weaknesses in the prosecution’s case. Either way, a plea bargain should not be accepted unless it has been reviewed by an experienced attorney.
At Chastaine | Jones, we represent individuals who have been charged with criminal offenses throughout Gold River and Sacramento County. Our experienced legal team can help protect your rights and ensure you …
Arraignments Within 48 Hours No Exceptions – New AB61 Passes out of Committee
In California, if a person is arrested on Friday night, or a weekend, they can be held for more than the required 48 hours before they are brought to court. A new law would change this.
Arraignment is a legal proceeding in which a defendant appears before a judge to hear the charges against them and enter a plea of guilty, not guilty, or no contest. In California, arraignments are typically held within 48 hours of an arrest, although this timeline can vary depending on the circumstances.
During the arraignment, the judge informs the defendant of their constitutional rights, such …
Arraignments within 48 Hours No Exceptions – New AB61 Passes out of Committee.
In California, if a person is arrested on Friday night, or a weekend, they can be held for more than the required 48 hours before they are brought to court. A new law would change this.
Arraignment is a legal proceeding in which a defendant appears before a judge to hear the charges against them and enter a plea of guilty, not guilty, or no contest. In California, arraignments are typically held within 48 hours of an arrest, although this timeline can vary depending on the circumstances.
During the arraignment, the judge informs the defendant of their constitutional rights, such …
Which Crime Is California Toughest On?
Data Shows State Heavily Prosecutes Violent Offenses
In an effort to reduce recent upticks in criminal activity, California has taken a tougher stance on certain crimes. Violent crimes, for instance, are heavily prosecuted in the state. With more pressure on the state and law enforcement agencies to crack down on crime, it is likely that there will be more arrests over the coming years.
At Chastaine Jones, we are experienced criminal defense lawyers. Our firm works tirelessly defending the rights of our clients. We know that anyone can be in the wrong place at the wrong time or end up …
Lo que el fiscal del distrito no quiere que usted sepa sobre un DUI
- Usted puede pelear un DUI (manejar bajo la influencia)
El fiscal y la policía, le van a hacer creer que un DUI (manejar bajo la influencia) es un delito grave. Ellos quieren que usted crea que lo mejor que usted puede hacer es creer en el sistema. Dejar sus derechos garantizados por la constitución y declararse culpable. Eso no es cierto.
La verdad es que hay muchos arrestos inapropiados. También hay errores que hacen constantemente. Muchas personas que son acusadas de DUI (manejar bajo la influencia. Pueden pelear exitosamente. Algunas veces sin requerir ir a la corte.
Cuando las …
What you need to know about your right to remain silent
If you’re under investigation or suspect that the police will come knocking soon, now is the time to start thinking about your criminal defense. This is because far too many people end up talking themselves into trouble when they interact with the police well before any formal criminal charges are levied against them. With that in mind, it’s imperative that you know how to interact with the police and understand your rights.
What is your right to remain silent?
We’ve all seen the television shows and movies where individuals are told that they have the right to remain silent. But …