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

  1. 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 …

Agresión sexual-PC 243.4

La sección 243.4 del Código Penal de California describe la “agresión sexual” como tocar las partes íntimas de otra persona, en contra de la voluntad de la persona, con el propósito de gratificación sexual, excitación sexual o abuso sexual. La agresión sexual se puede acusar como un delito mayor o menor y, lo que es más importante, puede someterlo a importantes requisitos de registro de delincuentes sexuales.

Como resultado del movimiento #MeToo, las denuncias de agresión sexual se colocaron al frente de la controversia; las más publicitadas de las cuales son posiblemente las denuncias contra Harvey Weinstein.

Cuando la gente …

Sexual battery-PC 243.4

Image showing arrest and penalties for committing a lewd or lascivious act under Penal Code Section 288

California Penal Code section 243.4 describes “sexual battery” as touching the intimate parts of another person, against the person’s will, for the purposes of sexual gratification, sexual arousal, or sexual abuse. Sexual battery may be charged as a felony or a misdemeanor, and, importantly, may subject you to significant sex offender registration requirements.

As a result of the #MeToo movement, sexual battery allegations were thrust into the forefront of controversy – the most publicized of which are arguably the allegations against Harvey Weinstein.

When people think of sexual battery, it often evokes Mr. Weinstein’s image and his long list of …

Since pot is legal now, can I fly with it?

California has legalized marijuana, the current administration has pardoned many simple marijuana possessions, and the U.S. Food and Drug Administration legalized CBD products with less than 0.3% THC. Although it looks like weed is legal at all levels for a Golden State resident, does that mean you can travel with it?

Can I bring weed on an airplane flight?

No. Marijuana is still a Schedule 1 illegal narcotic federally. Since air travel is regulated by the federal government, marijuana is illegal on airplanes.

Will I be arrested for bringing marijuana on a plane?

In California, the answer is “no.” Transportation

Porno infantil

Los delitos de pornografía infantil pueden ser imputados en un tribunal estatal o federal. Las sanciones federales son mucho más severas y pueden tener penas mínimas de prisión. Qué jurisdicción procesa el caso depende de una variedad de factores que incluyen la edad de las víctimas, la cantidad de imágenes y whei.

Según la ley de California, una persona que posea imágenes que representen a una persona menor de 18 años participando o simulando una conducta sexual, o que la imagen esté enfocada en los genitales del niño, comete un delito punible con hasta un año de prisión, una multa …

Kiddy Porn

Child pornography offenses can be charged in either state or federal court.  Federal penalties are much more sever and can have minimum prison terms.   Which jurisdiction prosecutes the case depends on a variety of factors including the age of the victims, the number of images and whei

Under California law, a person who possesses images that depicts a person under 18 years of age engaging in or simulating sexual conduct, or the picture is focused on the child’s genitals, commits a felony punishable by up to a year in prison, a $2,500 fine or both. (Penal Code sections 311.1, 311.2,