San Diego Criminal Defense Blog

October 3, 2022 | DUI | Peter Blair

How Long Does Alcohol Stay on Your Breath?

If you’re pulled over for suspicion of driving under the influence of alcohol in California, you may be required to take a breath test by the police to determine your blood alcohol content (BAC). Legally, intoxication refers to the concentration of alcohol in your blood or BAC. Often, a police officer may require you to […]

September 1, 2022 | Criminal Defense | Peter Blair

Breaking Down Attorney-Client Privilege: What it Means and How it Can Affect Your Case

Attorney-client privilege protects oral and written communications between you and your attorney concerning your case. Even a nod of the head or silence is protected. No court can use this information against you, whether in court or other litigation proceedings, such as pretrial discovery, even after you die. This rule arises from the Sixth Amendment’s […]

August 16, 2022 | Criminal Defense | Peter Blair

Ten Examples of Police Misconduct to Refer To for Your Case

Police misconduct or law enforcement misconduct takes many forms. Police officers and other law enforcement agents can be guilty of various actions violating a person’s civil rights and possibly breaking the law. Misconduct by law enforcement officers also includes failing to follow the standards and required procedures and policies for conducting their duties. Ten examples […]

June 28, 2022 | Domestic Violence | Peter Blair

Prosecution Tactics in Domestic Violence Cases

A conviction for domestic violence can result in life-altering consequences. Therefore, these charges should always be taken seriously. In domestic violence cases, prosecutors have two goals: to protect the victim and convict the defendant. However, in many unfortunate cases, prosecutors may employ various unfair tactics to get a conviction. If you’re facing charges for domestic […]

June 23, 2022 | Criminal Defense | Peter Blair

Can I Face Criminal Charges for a Car Accident?

Most car accidents result in traffic tickets and insurance claims. When an accident victim files a personal injury lawsuit, the case is handled in civil court. The at-fault driver faces civil penaltcriminal charies in the form of a judgment for monetary damages. However, there are situations where you can face criminal charges after an accident. […]

June 20, 2022 | Domestic Violence | Peter Blair

How Much Time Am I Looking At for a Domestic Violence Charge?

You may serve time in jail if you are convicted of domestic violence in San Diego. However, how much time you’re looking at for a domestic violence charge depends on the facts of your case. Domestic violence is a crime. California courts take allegations of domestic violence seriously. The best way to avoid serving time […]

June 14, 2022 | Domestic Violence | Peter Blair

False Domestic Violence Allegations: How You Can Avoid Wrongful Allegations

Domestic abuse charges are serious, and many states have strict laws designed to protect victims — whether it’s a spouse, parent, or guardian who is abusing them. However, some unscrupulous people may use domestic violence laws to their advantage, whether to seek revenge against a former partner or ensure a better outcome after a divorce. […]

May 25, 2022 | Domestic Violence | Peter Blair

What Happens When A Domestic Violence Victim Doesn’t Want To Press Charges

Allegations of domestic violence are serious. In many cases, domestic violence charges begin when an alleged victim calls the police to report domestic violence or petitions the court for a domestic violence restraining order. The police officers usually err on the side of caution in domestic violence cases. If there is any justification for probable […]

May 19, 2022 | Criminal Defense | Peter Blair

What Is the Difference Between a Lawyer and an Attorney?

Most people use the words “lawyer” and “attorney” interchangeably. This makes sense. In casual use, the words have effectively identical meanings. But in the legal world, the terms have important differences. What Is a Lawyer? In the simplest terms, a lawyer is anyone who has been educated about the law. Most lawyers have received formal […]

April 19, 2022 | Juvenile Crimes | Peter Blair

Truancy: How Many Days Can My Kid Miss School in San Diego?

California requires children between the ages of six and 18 years to be in an educational program. For most children, compulsory education requires attending school in their school district. Truancy is defined as unexcused absences from school. The California Education Code states that a truant is a student who does not have a valid excuse […]