On Tuesday, CHP stated that 979 arrests were made during the 78-hour maximum enforcement period over Memorial Day Weekend.

When defense attorneys do not believe that their client can receive a fair trial in the case's location, they may request a change of venue.

Two weeks ago, a Superior Court judge issued a preliminary injunction allowing prosecutors to seek sentencing enhancements.

"Innocent until proven guilty" is commonly misunderstood. A pending felony charge can affect employment prospects, even before proven guilty.

Many new laws went on the books in California upon entering the new year.  Some could have an immediate impact on some legal practice areas.

Newly elected LA County DA George Gascón made waves by announcing policy changes that could have a dramatic effect on criminal defense law.

Now that Election Day is over, even though the vote counting is still underway, we now have a clearer look at how these criminal justice propositions will change California law and will or will not affect persons accused of a crime. 

The option of becoming a U.S. citizen becomes available to most immigrants who have possessed a green card for five years or three years if the green card was obtained via marriage.