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November 5, 2026 | California Law | Peter Blair
Yes. Police in California can legally pull you over when they have an objectively reasonable basis to suspect that you violated a traffic law or were involved in criminal activity. A traffic stop is a detention under the Fourth Amendment, so an officer needs specific facts supporting the stop rather than a mere hunch. In […]
Read moreNovember 4, 2026 | Criminal Defense | Peter Blair
A California criminal grand jury hears evidence and decides whether there is probable cause to formally accuse someone of a felony through an indictment. Under the California Constitution and Penal Code, prosecutors can pursue a felony either by grand jury indictment or by filing an information after a preliminary hearing. In San Diego, a criminal […]
Read moreNovember 4, 2026 | Criminal Law | Peter Blair
California takes elder abuse seriously, and a conviction can lead to jail or prison time, fines, and a permanent criminal record. Under California Penal Code § 368, elder abuse charges may involve physical harm, financial exploitation, or neglect of an older adult or dependent adult. The penalties depend on the type of abuse, the harm […]
Read moreOctober 29, 2026 | Criminal Defense | Peter Blair
If you think there’s a warrant out for you in San Diego County, you don’t have to wait for police to show up to find out. You can check court records, contact the appropriate court, or ask a criminal defense lawyer to look into the matter for you. An outstanding warrant can lead to an […]
Read moreOctober 28, 2026 | Criminal Law | Peter Blair
Yes, text message screenshots can be used as evidence in a California domestic violence case. Prosecutors may introduce screenshots to support allegations of threats, intimidation, harassment, or other abusive behavior. However, screenshots must meet California’s rules of evidence before they can be admitted in court. If you’re facing domestic violence charges in San Diego, understanding […]
Read moreOctober 13, 2026 | Criminal Defense | Peter Blair
A federal criminal investigation in San Diego, CA, can begin whenever federal authorities receive information suggesting that a federal crime may have occurred. A tip, financial record, related criminal case, agency referral, grand jury evidence, or information gathered by local law enforcement can all lead federal investigators to begin examining a person or business. The […]
Read moreOctober 13, 2026 | Domestic Violence | Peter Blair
Abuse can, but does not always, involve physical violence. It can include repeated behaviors that make someone feel afraid, controlled, or dependent on another person. Some of the most common patterns of abuse include controlling behavior, emotional manipulation, isolation, threats, financial control, escalating aggression, and temporary periods of reconciliation. These behaviors can develop gradually or […]
Read moreOctober 9, 2026 | Sex Crimes | Peter Blair
There’s no statewide statute that prohibits public urination in California, but you can still be arrested and charged with a crime. Most of these cases come from local rules. Many California cities and counties have their own ordinances making it illegal to urinate in public. For example, Los Angeles has a municipal code provision covering […]
Read moreOctober 5, 2026 | Domestic Violence | Peter Blair
Domestic violence cases in San Diego, CA, can involve very different versions of what happened. Police and prosecutors may look at statements, photos, medical records, text messages, 911 calls, and other evidence when deciding how to handle a case. Evidence may be weak when it is inconsistent, unreliable, missing important context, or contradicted by other […]
Read moreSeptember 22, 2026 | Criminal Defense | Peter Blair
If you have been accused of a crime in California, you may wonder whether there are things you should not tell your lawyer. In most cases, withholding relevant facts can make it harder for your attorney to prepare your defense. Attorney-client privilege protects many confidential communications, but there are limits, particularly when a client seeks […]
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