Monthly Archives: December 2014

Understanding The Dreaded “Official Duty Presumption” at DMV Hearings

Posted on December 20, 2014 by thetorranceattorney

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

Posted on December 17, 2014 by thetorranceattorney

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?

Posted on December 17, 2014 by thetorranceattorney

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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