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  • How to Suppress Traffic Stop Evidence in Los Angeles DUI Cases

    How to Suppress Traffic Stop Evidence in Los Angeles DUI Cases

    How to Challenge Evidence Needed for DUI Conviction After an Illegal Traffic Stop The evidence needed for DUI conviction loses its power when obtained through an illegal stop. Not every traffic stop that leads to DUI charges is legal. Police officers must have valid reasons to pull you over in the first place. California law…

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  • Can You Be Charged for Drugs Found in a Rideshare Vehicle?

    Can You Be Charged for Drugs Found in a Rideshare Vehicle?

    Can You Be Charged for Drugs Found in a Rideshare Vehicle in California? Rideshare services like Uber and Lyft have changed how Californians travel. Millions of passengers rely on these services every year, whether commuting to work, heading to the airport, or enjoying a night out. While rideshare vehicles are generally safe and convenient, they…

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  • Arrested for Going Over 100 MPH by CHP?

    Arrested for Going Over 100 MPH by CHP?

    Arrested by LA CHP for Going Over 100 MPH? What Happens Next Getting pulled over by LA CHP for driving over 100 MPH can be a terrifying experience with serious legal consequences. The moment those lights flash behind you, a cascade of legal processes begins that can affect your license, finances, and driving record for…

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  • Illegal Apartment Searches in LA Drug Cases: When Evidence Gets Thrown Out

    Illegal Apartment Searches in LA Drug Cases: When Evidence Gets Thrown Out

    How Fourth Amendment Rights Can Get Evidence Thrown Out in LA Drug Cases Your fourth amendment rights can make or break a drug case in Los Angeles. Police must follow strict constitutional rules when searching your property, vehicle, or person. When law enforcement violates these protections, any evidence they discover may be inadmissible in court,…

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  • Key Fob Relay Auto Theft Lawyer in Los Angeles

    Key Fob Relay Auto Theft Lawyer in Los Angeles

    Auto Theft By Remote Control A key fob relay theft arrest often starts with an electronic device police believe could unlock, start, or access a vehicle. That may include a signal extender, a key programmer, a key-duplicating device, or a similar tool. But the case should not stop at what the device can do. Prosecutors…

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  • AI Police Reports in California Criminal Cases

    AI Police Reports in California Criminal Cases

    AI Written Police Reports Are On The Rise Police reports have long played a crucial role in criminal cases, affecting charging decisions, plea offers, witness preparation, cross-examination, and trial strategies. Nowadays, artificial intelligence is transforming the way some reports are created. AI police reports in California criminal cases raise new questions about accuracy, discovery, bodycam…

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  • Can You Drive Uber or Lyft with a DUI? What Drivers Need to Know

    Can You Drive Uber or Lyft with a DUI? What Drivers Need to Know

    Can You Drive Lyft with a DUI? Can you drive Lyft with a DUI? This question concerns many Los Angeles drivers who depend on rideshare income or want to enter the gig economy. In reality, a DUI conviction creates significant barriers to driving for Lyft, though it doesn’t always mean permanent disqualification. Lyft’s strict background…

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  • What Happens If You Are Arrested for DUI After a Dodgers or Lakers Game?

    What Happens If You Are Arrested for DUI After a Dodgers or Lakers Game?

    Arrested for DUI After The Game? Getting arrested for DUI after a Dodgers game can leave you confused about what to do after a DUI arrest. The celebration quickly turns into a legal crisis, and you face two separate battles: criminal charges and a DMV administrative hearing. Consequently, understanding your rights and taking immediate action…

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  • How to Challenge a K-9 Drug Sniff in Los Angeles

    How to Challenge a K-9 Drug Sniff in Los Angeles

    Challenging a K9 Alert A k9 alert during a traffic stop can quickly escalate your situation, potentially leading to a vehicle search and criminal charges. But here’s what many people don’t realize: K9 alerts are not infallible, and you have constitutional rights protecting you against unreasonable searches. Police dogs can produce false positives, handlers can…

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  • How to Choose the Best Criminal Defense Attorney in Los Angeles

    How to Choose the Best Criminal Defense Attorney in Los Angeles

    A criminal conviction can affect your freedom, reputation, and future in general. Therefore, choosing the right criminal defense attorney can be one of the most important decisions you make after an arrest or criminal investigation. Not every lawyer has the experience, courtroom ability, or criminal law background necessary to handle serious charges. Understanding what to…

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Three offices across Los Angeles County, all reachable on the same 24-hour line. Consultations are free and confidential, in person or by phone.

Main Office

Beverly Hills

270 N Cañon Drive, Floor 3
Beverly Hills, CA 90210

Courthouse Office

Downtown Los Angeles

Adjacent to the Clara Shortridge Foltz
Criminal Justice Center, Los Angeles

San Gabriel Valley

Pasadena

150 S Los Robles Ave, Suite 720
Pasadena, CA 91101