Monthly Archives: December 2014

Understanding The Dreaded “Official Duty Presumption” at DMV Hearings

When a person is arrested for criminal DUI in Torrance he or she surrenders the drivers license to the officer but may request a DMV hearing to get it back. The primary issue at the hearing is usually whether the … Continue reading

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District Attorneys Cannot Be Compelled To Provide Rap Sheets On Police Officers Says Appeals Court

The California Court of Appeals Ruled that DA’s are not required to provide a criminal defendant police officer rap sheets According to People vs. Coleman, here are the facts: Coleman was convicted of possession of cocaine base for sale. Prior … Continue reading

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What is “Brady” Material?

Brady material is any information which may help a Torrance criminal defendant in a case, the district attorney must turn over any material evidence that can help exonerate an accused person. The definition of “material evidence” is generally provided in … Continue reading

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