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Proposition 19 – The Regulate, Control, and Tax Cannabis Act of 2010

September 20, 2010

On November 2nd, California voters will have the opportunity to pass a law which largely decriminalizes simple use and possession of marijuana in California. The legislation would have the effect of allowing a person over the age of 21 to legally possess and use up to one ounce of marijuana, and to grow in an […]

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Consequences of a DUI Conviction in Los Angeles County

September 15, 2010

If you are convicted of driving under the influence in Los Angeles County, a typical first offense without extenuating circumstances will generally have the following consequences: -Minimum fine of about $1,750. This can be higher based on your prior record and if the arresting agency requires booking fees, which can push it up several hundred […]

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Consequences of a DUI Conviction in Orange County

September 14, 2010

If you are convicted of driving under the influence in Orange County, a typical first offense without extenuating circumstances will generally have the following consequences: -Minimum fine of about $1,900. This can be higher based on your prior record and if the arresting agency requires booking fees, which can push it up several hundred dollars. […]

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Ruling Revolutionizes Red Light Camera Tickets

July 2, 2010

While it might not be on the level of Roe v. Wade or Brown v. Board of Education, a recent ruling by an Orange County appellate court may be just as groundbreaking… in the world of red light camera traffic tickets. In People v. Khaled, a panel of judges in Santa Ana reviewed a conviction […]

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Sobriety Checkpoints Explained

June 11, 2010

You’ve probably seen them before – a few signs, probably some cones, and a whole bunch of police officers with flashlights, usually slowing down a busy road to a crawl on a Friday or Saturday night. A sobriety checkpoint. These stops can either create a small annoyance or a huge concern, depending on your activities […]

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Tips for Avoiding a DUI

March 1, 2010

Of course, the best way to avoid being arrested for driving under the influence is to simply not get behind the wheel if you’ve been drinking. However, we all know that sometimes your night doesn’t go as planned, so if you do choose to drive, it’s important for you to know how to be safe […]

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How to Fight a Speeding Ticket (when they get you on radar)

February 5, 2010

If you receive a speeding ticket in California, the effects can be downright ugly. Fines can reach upwards of $500, your insurance rates can increase, and if you accumulate enough “points” on your record, the DMV will suspend your license. The good news, however, is that there are literally hundreds of ways to fight a […]

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Medicinal Marijuana Approved for Use with Prop 36

February 1, 2010

The California Court of Appeal ruled recently that the use of medicinal marijuana is not an automatic violation of probation for non-violent drug offenders participating in “Prop 36” programs. California Proposition 36, the Substance Abuse and Crime Prevention Act of 2000, was an initiative passed by voters into law that allows qualifying defendants convicted of […]

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Effects of a Criminal Conviction on a Real Estate License

January 26, 2010

A criminal conviction can have the result of suspension, revocation, or denial of a real estate license in California. However, not all convictions will result in such disciplinary actions. A number of factors will be used by the California Real Estate Commissioner to determine if a suspension, revocation or denial is appropriate. First, it must […]

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Effects of Traffic School in California

January 19, 2010

If you are convicted of a traffic offense, usually you are given the opportunity to attend traffic school. If you cannot fight the ticket and get it dismissed entirely, it is often a good idea to choose the traffic school option, although it will add about $100-$150 more to the total cost you will pay, […]

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