Posted by Phillip Crawford | Dec 28, 2022 |
In California, the crime of Assault With a Deadly Weapon (ADW) is defined by Penal Code Section 245(a)(1). Typically, this crime is filed as a felony charge, although it is a “wobbler” and can be filed as a misdemeanor as well. In order to prove ADW, the prosecutor has to prove two main componen...
Posted by Phillip Crawford | Sep 09, 2022 |
Domestic violence is not always a felony. Whether or not a charge is filed as a misdemeanor or felony depends largely upon the seriousness of the injury.
Posted by Phillip Crawford | Apr 05, 2022 |
Five count felony case dismissed
Posted by Brett Hartmann | Feb 23, 2022 |
As of January 1, 2021, California Penal Code Section 1001.95 allows a judge to grant diversion in most misdemeanor cases. When a criminal defendant is granted diversion, their case is put “on hold” while the defendant complies with terms laid out by the judge; if the defendant complies with the j...
Posted by Brett Hartmann | Feb 15, 2022 |
DUI drug case dismissed. We proved that the search (blood draw) following our client's arrest was performed in violation of the client's 4th Amendment rights to be free from illegal search and seizure.
Posted by Brett Hartmann | Oct 28, 2021 |
Criminal theft charges were dismissed for a Salinas woman who is now attending nursing school with a clean criminal record.
Posted by Brett Hartmann | Oct 22, 2021 |
This Monterey misdemeanor arrest for reckless driving was dismissed due to the dogged determination of Brett Hartmann who would stop fighting until he got this outcome.
Posted by Brett Hartmann | Oct 05, 2021 |
A Salinas woman was arrested for Battery and advised by her public defender to plead guilty. Once she hired our firm we moved the court for diversion, which the court granted. Our client will have no criminal record and her arrest record will be sealed.
Posted by Brett Hartmann | Sep 29, 2021 |
Seaside Domestic Violence Case Dismissed
Do not simply plead guilty to a domestic violence charge without talking to an attorney. There may be many ways to defend your case.
Posted by Phillip Crawford | Sep 22, 2021 |
Refusal hearings are extremely difficult to win at DMV but, attorney Phillip Crawford just won three and saved his clients from a minimum one year license suspension.
Posted by Phillip Crawford | Aug 27, 2021 |
Pleading to a "wet reckless" instead of a DUI saved client's job.
Posted by Brett Hartmann | Jun 21, 2021 |
Domestic violence case dismissed
Posted by Brett Hartmann | Jun 18, 2021 |
Felony Sex Case in which our client was charged with multiple counts of statutory rape with multiple victims resulted in a huge bail reduction and no jail time.
Posted by Brett Hartmann | May 05, 2021 |
If the police illegal searched you, your house or your property, you need legal advice now. There may be grounds to have your case dismissed.
Posted by Phillip Crawford | Mar 09, 2021 |
What is DUI School and How Does it Work in California?
In California, when you are arrested for driving under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs, there are two cases against you: (1) the traditional criminal case that is handled in the local Superior Court; and (2) the DMV “Admini...
Posted by Brett Hartmann | Mar 08, 2021 |
The new law regarding Interlock devices are confusing. Contact our office for a free consultation at (831) 783-022.
Posted by Phillip Crawford | Feb 27, 2021 |
California's new misdemeanor diversion law may allow you to avoid a criminal conviction. However, if you are granted diversion, you must be aware that the judge will impose potentially onerous requirements on you. If you don't complete these requirements you will be terminated from the program.
Posted by Brett Hartmann | Feb 22, 2021 |
Sealing Your Arrest Record in California
When you are arrested for a crime in California, the record of your arrest is public information. This is true even if the prosecutor never files criminal charges or if your case is later dismissed. An arrest can show up on a background check ...
Posted by Julie Crawford | Dec 31, 2020 |
THE CURRENT STATUS OF CALIFORNIA'S THREE STRIKES LAW
California's Three Strikes law was enacted in 1994 in an effort to keep murderers and rapists off the streets. The law mandated that a defendant convicted of any felony with two, or more, prior strikes would receive a prison sentence of 25-to...
Posted by Phillip Crawford | Nov 13, 2020 |
Is it better to take the breath or the blood test? Because of the problems with current blood testing methods and the fact that the district attorney will have only one test, instead of two, to use against you, it's usually better to choose blood.
Posted by Julie Crawford | Oct 13, 2020 |
New California law shortens the maximum probation for most misdemeanors to one year and most felonies to two years. The law does not take effect until January 1, 2021 which raises important issues. Please call us today for a free consultation.
Posted by Julie Crawford | Oct 12, 2020 |
The consequences of a domestic violence conviction are serious and can effect your housing and employment. The goal is to avoid any conviction at all.
Posted by Julie Crawford | Oct 08, 2020 |
Phillip Crawford in the News Fighting to Keep Courtrooms Safe
Posted by Julie Crawford | Sep 02, 2020 |
Felony probation is an alternative to state prison and if you follow all the terms of your probation you can successfully avoid all prison time. The ultimate goal however is to avoid a felony conviction on your record.
Posted by Julie Crawford | Jun 02, 2020 |
Many people are charged with domestic violence even though their wife/husband/boyfriend/girlfriend does not want them prosecuted. But, there are many ways to get these cases dismissed. Call our office and talk with a dedicated domestic violence attorney.