Monthly Archives: November 2013

In the recent case of Florida v. Jardines 132 S.Ct. 1409 (2013) the Court found a search can result from a dog sniff during a criminal investigation. In an unusual mix, Justices Scalia and Thomas joined with three of the … Continue reading →

The first exanination an officer will do when he stops someone for DUI in the HGN test, AKA “pen test”. The test is a three step process and how you do will determine whether you ride home in your car … Continue reading →

Ordinarily a person charged with a crime has a right to post bail witout any hindrance. However, in some criminal cases Penal Code section 1275.1(c) holds that “[o]nce a magistrate or judge has determined that probable cause exists, as provided … Continue reading →

The Torrance Police department has opened a new crime lab to work on fingerprints, DNA and other physical evidence. The department has an emphasis on Burglary cases and theft cases within the city. This scientific laboratory in the Police Department’s … Continue reading →