by Simmons Wagner LLP | Oct 7, 2021
California implemented a “zero tolerance” legislation for children and DUI to combat underage drinking. Anyone under the age of 21 who drives with any measurable level of alcohol in their system commits a felony. Because the consequences for this offense...
by Simmons Wagner LLP | Oct 4, 2021
Embezzlement is a white-collar or theft offense that can be prosecuted separately or in combination with grand theft charges. If a person is charged with embezzlement, the first step should be to call an expert embezzlement attorney who can help them develop the best...
by Simmons Wagner LLP | Sep 28, 2021
California’s murder laws changed in 2019. Prior to 2019, you may be charged with murder in California if someone died while you were performing a criminal, regardless of whether you intended to kill or were even involved in the killing. The conditions under...
by Simmons Wagner LLP | Sep 23, 2021
If you are facing criminal accusations and want to learn everything there is to know about the evidence against you, one of the first things you should learn is the distinction between direct and indirect evidence. We’ll go through it in detail below, but if you...
by Simmons Wagner LLP | Sep 17, 2021
You’ve had a restraining order issued against you, and you’re concerned about breaking it. It is a crime in California to violate a court-ordered restriction, regardless of what the court calls it: protective, stay-away, TRO, or restraining order. A...
by Simmons Wagner LLP | Sep 14, 2021
When you get home from work one day, you discover your home has been broken into while you were away. You start counting the lost things after contacting the cops so you may file a claim with your homeowner’s insurance carrier. You start to believe that the...
by Simmons Wagner LLP | Sep 9, 2021
The phrase “domestic violence” can be used to a wide range of crimes and personal relationships in everyday life. In California, however, the legal definition of domestic violence is different. Keep reading to learn what the definition of this crime is and...
by Simmons Wagner LLP | Sep 7, 2021
Consider the following scenario: you’re driving home from work (after a post-work drink with your coworkers) when you see lights and hear a siren. You come to a halt, perplexed as to what went wrong. The officer approaches you and orders you to exit the vehicle....
by Simmons Wagner LLP | Aug 25, 2021
Insurance fraud is defined in California as collecting (or, in some cases, trying to collect) from an insurance company by the use of deception. It might be a coverage for auto insurance, house insurance, or life insurance. It can include giving the insurance company...
by Simmons Wagner LLP | Aug 20, 2021
Have you been accused of fraud? When you contact Simmons Wagner, LLP at (949) 439-5857 you can request the help of a fraud defense attorney in Irvine CA who can help with your case. Contact us now at (949) 439-5857 to request a consultation. The truth about fraud...
