In 2016, California spearheaded the #MeToo movement regarding sexual harassment in the workplace. Over time, this hashtag expanded in meaning to include the overall mistreatment of women, and sometimes, men. That same year, the President reportedly announced that...
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For The Accused
At Ahmed & Sukaram, Attorneys at Law, we have been saving clients from jail, years in prison, excessive fines and wrongful convictions since 2005.
Year: 2019
White collar crime could land couple behind bars
People often look at white collar crimes as a victimless crime. Unlike violent property crimes, there is not often a direct victim to pinpoint in a white collar crime situation. However, the lasting effects of such a crime can be huge. This type of crime may impact a...
What is the insanity defense?
Hollywood likes to throw the insanity defense into movies all the time because it is exciting and a twist. However, that is not how this defense works in real life. In a real courtroom, using insanity as a defense is not common, and it also is not an easy way to...
Do you need to cut back on drinking?
Your recent DUI in California was not your first. Rather than pay the ticket (again) along with any fines and take the necessary classes, you may want to sit down and ask yourself if it is time to change your life. Specifically, your drinking habits. Huffington Post...
Non-prescription drugs may lead to DUI charges
Most California drivers understand that the state's DUI laws make it illegal to operate a vehicle while impaired by alcohol or illicit drugs. However, individuals may not realize that there are many over-the-counter medications that may affect their ability to drive....
What does a restraining order do?
A restraining order can restrict your movements and activities. You may no longer be able to go where you want, and you may even have to find another place to live. If you have children, the state may prevent you from seeing them. Typically, the state no longer allows...
What happens during arraignment?
Your first criminal charge will wreak havoc on your stress levels. If you have never faced an allegation of a crime before, you may be familiar with the language surrounding court and arrests but you may not have in-depth knowledge. If you feel as though you are in...
What are the risks of driving after smoking marijuana?
With the legalization of recreational marijuana being so recent in California, you and many other residents may still be getting accustomed to not fearing legal repercussions for using the substance. However, it is important to realize that it is unlawful to operate a...
4 dead in California wrong-way crash
So far in 2019, California state law enforcement has reported 25 wrong-way collisions in the Bay Area alone. Ten of the 25 accidents have been fatal, and a total of 19 people have died. The most recent of these fatal wrong-way collisions occurred very early last...
A DUI conviction may complicate your educational goals
Universities, community colleges, trade schools and other educational programs offer a tremendous opportunity for anyone to improve his or her future. After all, according to the Association of Public and Land-Grant Universities, those with bachelor’s degrees often...