DISCLAIMER: This section offers a series of criminal law and personal injury related bulletins prepared by the attorneys at Hayes Law Offices. This is not exhaustive, nor is it legal advice. You should discuss your particular situation with us or with your own attorney. Our legal representation is only undertaken through a contract and not by the distribution or use of this information.
Know Your Rights: Wiretap Orders and Search/Seizure Authority
What are police officers allowed to do (or not allowed to do) when conducting a search? It is important to note that all police searches require warrants unless one of [...]
Possible Penalties: Driving Under the Influence (DUI)
In the state of California, a DUI is usually charged as a misdemeanor. However, there are certain aggravating factors that could turn a DUI into a felony. Read on to [...]
Social Media and Criminal Law
In the age of social media and viral videos, it can be easy to find yourself in a messy situation after sharing information about an arrest or an incriminating event. [...]
Can police arrest me without evidence of my guilt?
Law enforcement can only arrest you if they have probable cause to believe you've committed a crime. Once the police have established probable cause, they can proceed as follows: They [...]
COVID Update: April 6, 2021
This last year has brought changes to just about every industry – and the judicial system is no exception. Right around St. Patrick’s Day of 2020, all court rooms in [...]
How does California Law Define Criminal Identity Theft?
Identity theft occurs when a person uses another person’s identifying information in a fraudulent or unlawful manner. It can be charged as either a misdemeanor or a felony. What is [...]
