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AttorneyClient Privilege Protects You Guilt is often determined by a jury or a judge in court. Hence as a suspect, it is wise to choose the best defense attorney that will help establish your case. Criminal defenders are rooted to ensure they give quality services to their clients. They should al...

The Fourth Amendment The fourth amendment of the U.S. Constitution protects citizens from unlawful search and seizure. This means that, in many cases, police or other government officials cannot search your property at their will. Generally, to enter your home, other buildings on your land, or yo...

What is a Grand Jury? Most people have heard of a grand jury, but may not fully understand the important role that a grand jury plays in the criminal justice system. The primary purpose of a grand jury is to decide whether charges should be brought against someone in the form of an indictment. Th...

California's ‘Minorty Report' Law The ‘red flag law‘ in California is a form of gun control that allows specific individuals to request that a gun be confiscated from a certain person. It is a unique law in that only nine other states have similar legislation. The purpose of the red flag law in C...

Understanding False Confessions in California Criminal Cases The main types of false confessions include voluntary, coerced-compliant, and coerced-internalized confessions. These occur when individuals admit to crimes they did not commit due to stress, coercion, confusion, or external pressure. I...

Racial Profiling Racial profiling occurs when a persons race, ethnicity, national origin, or religion is used as a reason to suspect someone of a crime. This practice is discriminatory and, when practiced by law enforcement, leads to the unfair criminalization of people who might not otherwise be...

The Link Between Early Aggression and Criminal Behavior Several studies have shown that there may be a link between early life aggression and later life crime. As a matter of fact, in some cases, early life aggression has been used as a predictor for later life crime. Considering what a common pr...

Have an Upcoming Federal Court Date? Being arrested is an unsettling and nerve-racking time for anyone. If youve never been arrested for a federal crime before, you likely have questions about what to expect from your first federal court appearance. Federal courts work a little differently from s...

School Safety Anti-bullying campaigns have become increasingly visible over the last several years, and cases of school bullying turned fatal have dominated the news. The perception of school bullies has shifted, as well. No more are parents and schools simply telling harassed and tormented child...

Criminal Possession of a Counterfeit Document The increased spread of the delta variant all over the country has motivated numerous schools, businesses, and local government institutions to require vaccinations cards to gain access into these establishments. Nonetheless, this action has motivated...

Do Show Respect Going to court can be a very intimidating experience. This is especially true if you have never been to court before. The first time you go to court, you may not know what to expect. Many people are unsure about appropriate courtroom behavior and etiquette. How should you behave w...

It's a Total Disregard for Life While there are many categories of murder outlined in criminal law, one you might not be familiar with is depraved heart murder. What does depraved heart murder consist of? Killing an individual in a way that shows a heartless disrespect for the value of human l...

DUISecond DUIThird DUIFourth DUI Overview Negligent driving in and of itself is a dangerous proposition. Involve alcohol and there is bound to be an unfortunate incident. The tragic injury or loss of life that often occurs under these circumstances is the reason behind the California Legislatures...

Disparagement / Defamation Using the internet to express dissatisfaction with an individual or business has become an increasingly common practice. Social media posts, online reviews, and video-sharing sites all ensure that online content can reach a wide audience, but this sometimes comes with s...

Fentanyl is Potent Fentanyl is up to 100 times more potent than other opioids, including morphine. Naturally, this makes it a very dangerous drugespecially when it is not used appropriately. Prescriptions for fentanyl can take the form of a shot, a patch, or even a lozenge. The drug is prescribed...

New California Senate Bill 81 In October, 2021, Gov. Gavin Newsom (D) signed a new bill into law that is designed to limit the charges brought against people who have been previously traumatized or victimized, as well as those whose crime is connected to a mental illness. This bill also protects ...

How Do I Dress for Court? My Arraignment Date is Approaching& How Should I Dress in Court? A question that my clients frequently ask me is how they should dress in Court. Can I come in Jeans? Do I need to wear a suit? Can I wear my baseball cap? The most important question may...

What is Proposition 64? During the November 2016 general election, California voters let the country know how they felt about criminal convictions of the personal use, possession, cultivation or distribution of small amounts of marijuana. And that was Proposition 64.  Dismiss Them All On November...

2021 Seppi Esfandi Law Scholarship Recipients Recipient #1: Thao “Annie” Le Selected by Scholarship Committee: $1,000 Law School: University of San Francisco School of Law Essay #1: Thao “Annie” Le's Essay Recipient #2: Peyten Sharp Selected by Scholarship Committee: $1,000...

2021 Seppi Esfandi Law Scholarships UPDATE We've received all the scholarships and have narrowed it down to 5. Thanks for your patience students, we expect the 2 winners to be announced before Monday October 4th! Best of luck to all of those who applied. 2021 Scholarship Recipients Recipient #1: ...

The Polymer80 So-called ghost guns are becoming a weapon of choice among criminals in Los Angeles. Now, Los Angeles City Attorney Mike Feuer is stepping in and filing a lawsuit on behalf of Los Angeles against Nevada-based ghost gun part manufacturer Polymer80. Polymer80 is one of the countrys la...

Yes, for Certain Felony DUIs One of the first questions we hear from serious felony DUI offenders, especially those who have prior DUI convictions is: “Will my license be permanently revoked?” The thought of never being able to drive yourself to work, your kids to school, to Disneyland, the beach...

Good Questions to Ask a Criminal Defense Attorney: 1. What information do you need from me? When seeking to move forward with a criminal defense attorney, you want to know what types of information and documentation they might need from you. Not only can this query help make you a better prepared...

Residential and Commercial Burglary? This is a common question that comes up in burglary charges (Penal Code Section 459). The short answer is that a residential burglary is known as first degree burglary, and is much more serious than a commercial burglary (known as a 2nd degree burglary). To gi...

So, You Need an Attorney… Hiring the right criminal defense attorney in California can mean the difference between conviction and freedom. When your future is on the line, you need more than just legal representation—you need an advocate who understands the law, believes in your case, and knows h...