Redwood City And San Jose Criminal Defense Law Blog

Commercial vehicle drivers depend on their licenses for their livelihood. They need to be able to drive to put a roof over their heads and feed their families. There are very strict requirements placed on drivers with CDLs, and if they run afoul of these laws, their...

Cellphones are essential for most people. We use our phones to keep us connected to the world around us, including our friends and family. It makes sense that police would want to have such an essential tool in their possession. It begs the question of what can the...

Most people associate DUI charges with alcohol, which makes sense. Public awareness campaigns on impaired driving focused on alcohol, because it was easily obtainable in communities throughout California. However, with the legalization of weed and the popularity of...

Most people are quite familiar with the DUI laws in California. They understand that if they are stopped by police and register a blood-alcohol content of 0.08 percent or higher, that they could potentially be charged with driving under the influence. The state has...

In the heart of Silicon Valley, we see many software and tech companies devoting substantial resources to keeping products and platforms safe for all users. Cyber threats that find a way to exploit customers or businesses can cause serious problems for everyone...

Domestic violence is something that courts in California take very seriously. Prosecutors will usually seek a criminal protective order against the defendant during the pendency of a criminal case, or after, in cases of domestic violence.  Ironically, the prosecutor...

In California, those who are charged and convicted of driving under the influence face the possibility of fines, jail time or other penalties depending on the circumstances. However, specific enhancements increase the severity and length of sentencing for some...

We've all been in this position before - we're driving along and see the red and blue flashing lights in our rearview mirror. You pull over to the side of the road and hope the officer will continue past you, but you see the vehicle pull in behind yours and you...

Many students rely on financial aid as the primary source of their educational costs. With the cost of tuition seemingly always on the rise, students need loans and grants in order to attend college and secure a successful career after graduation. However, a criminal...

Nearly everyone has a moment of bad luck at some point in their lives. Stepping in a puddle with new shoes or losing a $20 bill can temporarily ruin your day. However, bad luck could also have more severe consequences. For example, being in the wrong place at the...