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In California, DUI is defined by operating or driving a motor vehicle while impaired by some amount of alcohol, drugs, or a combination of both, or by operating or driving a motor vehicle when the blood alcohol content of the individual’s blood is higher than 0.08. As a lesser charge, DUI can be defined as a wet reckless, which is…Read More

There are several options for couples who are considering divorce in California, one of which is to seek legal separation instead of or prior to divorce. There are a number of reasons spouses may choose this route, for example to retain eligibility for medical insurance, retain married status for religious reasons, or avoid the responsibilities of debt, spousal support, etc.…Read More

When it comes to domestic violence, California has a mandatory arrest policy. This means if law enforcement officials have probable cause that any violence has happened, they must make an arrest, even if an alleged victim decides to not press charges. An alleged offender will likely spend the day/night in jail until arraignment, which is the first court date, or…Read More

Unfortunately, whether you apply for a new job or seek new housing, a DUI conviction will appear in a criminal background check unless it has been expunged or sealed. While many employers and landlords use background checks based on a person’s social security number, some employers (e.g. healthcare, education, banking, etc.) and California licensing agencies use background checks based on…Read More