Monthly Archives: March 2011

What Can a Lawyer Do For Me in My Torrance Shoplifting Case?

Nowadays, due in large part to a difficult economy and high unemployment, crimes of theft are on the rise.  One of the most prevalent forms of theft is called shoplifting.  Shoplifting is a nickname for the criminal charge of petty theft … Continue reading

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When are Miranda Warnings Required?

A person accused of a criminal offense in California may challenge statements obtained by police by way of an evidentiary hearing to determine if any police witnesses or agents will claim that defendant made any statements or utterances following defendant’s … Continue reading

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Can the DMV Suspend my License for a DUI if No Officer Sees Me Driving?

A recurring evidentiary issue in DUI DMV suspension hearings is that of a civilian witness seeing the defendant drive and the DMV using that evidence as the basis of the action notwithstanding an absence of any police officer observations.  The … Continue reading

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