In a criminal case, the court has broad discretion over the punishment it will impose if you violate probation. You might get off with just a warning from the judge. The judge may also lengthen your probationary period or perhaps revoke it entirely, in which case you...
An arrest warrant issued by a judge or magistrate prior to the filing of formal charges is known as a Ramey warrant. A police officer presents a magistrate with a declaration of probable cause to get a Ramey warrant. The magistrate issues a warrant instructing police...
The goal of California’s MIP legislation is to prevent underage drinking. Alcohol consumption in public, possession, purchase, and even holding an unopened container of alcohol are all MIP offenses that can be brought against minors. Additionally, adults who...
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In movies and television shows, police officers are sometimes seen consulting dentists or orthodontists in order to positively match a suspect based on “bite mark” evidence. This may appear to be sound science, akin to fingerprints or even DNA. Comparing...
Defendants have the right to receive certain papers, recordings, photographs, and other evidence held by the prosecution and law enforcement in a criminal proceeding. This is usually accomplished through the discovery procedure. The prosecution turns over evidence to...
