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Brief Opposing DMV Continuance To Obtain Missing Blood Test Results

Matthew J. Ruff, a DUI attorney in Torrance, CA, challenges the California DMV’s strategy of indefinitely postponing hearings for lacking evidence. He underscores the government’s infringement on Constitutional Rights and Due Process, advocating for fair hearings. The attorney’s legal brief details the DMV’s procedural failures, urging adherence to Government Code and Vehicle Code. Continue reading

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New California Law Makes It A Felony For Prosecutors To Withhold Evidence In Criminal Cases

In 2017, California made a landmark change to criminal law by classifying the withholding of exculpatory evidence by prosecutors as a felony. This new provision, outlined in Penal Code § 141(c), holds prosecutors accountable for intentionally concealing evidence crucial to a case’s outcome. Those found guilty face up to three years in prison, underscoring the severity of this offense. Law enforcement officers who commit similar acts also face harsher penalties, highlighting the seriousness with which such actions are viewed. Continue reading

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How To Get House Arrest Instead of Jail

House Arrest instead of Jail in Torrance Court. How to get house arrest in Los Angeles County. Continue reading

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