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Being required to register as a sex offender can be devastating. It can also have long-term collateral consequences for almost every aspect of your life. Being a registered sex offender could impact you indefinitely. Roughly two dozen sex crimes require offenders to register on the California sex offender registry. There are very few sex crimes… read more

Sexual assault allegations can have lasting ramifications that threaten your life, reputation, and career. For this reason, it’s vital that those accused investigate all potential legal defense strategies thoroughly in order to form a solid response. An attorney can help significantly in this endeavor, but it would still be helpful for you to know some… read more

The trial of O.J. Simpson gripped the nation in 1994. Mr. Simpson, a former superstar in the NFL, was accused of murdering his ex-wife, Nicole Brown Simpson, and her friend, Ron Goldman. Mr. Simpson assembled a so-called “Dream Team” of criminal defense attorneys, who, after a lengthy public trial, played a pivotal role in securing… read more

If you have been charged with driving under the influence (DUI) under California law, you may be facing a host of potential penalties that carry significant and severe consequences. Your punishment could include heavy fines, a suspension of your privilege to drive in California, imprisonment, increases in your insurance premiums, and impacts on your employment…. read more

Sex crimes range from misdemeanors to felonies under California law. Depending on the charges, the presence of a criminal history, and other factors, a person could face substantial prison time for a sex crime conviction. In some situations, law enforcement agents investigate an alleged offense for weeks or months before making an arrest. Generally, the… read more

In this article, the Rodriguez Law Group discusses 5 tips to choose the best criminal defense lawyer. When you are facing criminal charges in Los Angeles, CA, it can feel like the whole world is against you. The full weight of the government is bearing down on you, and nobody seems to care. You have… read more

California has several open container laws that can result in various penalties and punishments if violated. Understanding California open container laws and the need to consult a Los Angeles criminal defense lawyer might help you avoid the most severe penalties. Before we review specific open container offenses and the potential penalties for a conviction, it… read more

There are different types of trespassing charges in California, and the severity of the charges depends on the circumstances that led to the offense. It can be charged as an infraction, a misdemeanor, or a felony, but most cases of trespass are charged as misdemeanors. Penal Code 602 specifically states the different means by which… read more

Not only can a DUI cost your freedom if convicted, but it can also cost a lot of money. Even though most DUIs are misdemeanor charges in California, they come with serious financial consequences. Most people are shocked when they learn how expensive it is to get a DUI. The best way to avoid these… read more

Navigating the criminal court system can be challenging. One of the biggest questions people have when they are charged with a crime is about bail and being released from custody. The following are some of the most common questions about bail and bail bonds. 1. What is Bail? Bail is a legal concept that allows… read more