California Vehicle Code § 26708 regulates the application of materials on vehicle windows to ensure driver visibility and road safety. Understanding which window tints are permissible and which are prohibited is crucial for vehicle owners to remain compliant with state law. If you have window tint on your vehicle or anticipate tinting your vehicle, it…

California Penal Code § 191.5(a) defines gross vehicular manslaughter while intoxicated as the unlawful killing of a human being without malice aforethought, occurring when a person drives a vehicle under the influence of alcohol or drugs and commits an additional act with gross negligence, leading to someone’s death.

Murder charges in California are grave enough, but when special circumstances or sentence enhancements are involved, the consequences can become even more severe. Special circumstances may lead to a sentence of life without the possibility of parole (LWOP) or even the death penalty. Understanding the legal landscape of special circumstances and sentence enhancements is critical…

Given the high stakes and the extensive resources devoted to these cases, it’s critical to mount a strong and well-planned defense.

Understanding the different types of murder charges in California is crucial for anyone facing these serious allegations. The penalties for first-degree, second-degree, felony murder, and manslaughter vary greatly depending on the circumstances of the crime and the defendant’s mental state.

There are several laws that affect whether or not someone has to be in court in person or whether their attorney can represent them in absentia. The general rule is that for most misdemeanors, attorneys in California can usually appear for their clients, but for felonies the defendants need to be present.