September 16, 2024 | Paul Wallin
How We Try To Get Your Conviction Reversed If You Can Show A Key Witness Lied At Your Trial And You Were Found Guilty Imagine realizing that your future hangs in the balance because a key witness in your trial lied. For accused individuals, this can seem like a nightmare without an end. However, there is hope. If we can prove that a key witness lied at your trial, you…
When Should An Accused Individual Be Allowed To Withdraw Their Guilty Plea? Did You Make A Mistake In Pleading Guilty To A Crime You Did Not Commit? – Penal Code Section 1018
September 6, 2024 | Paul Wallin
When Should An Accused Individual Be Allowed To Withdraw Their Guilty Plea? Did You Make A Mistake In Pleading Guilty…
Court Holds That A Parent with A “Drug Problem” Can Retain Custody of Their Child If They Provide Adequate Care To Their Child – Welfare and Institutions Code Section 300(b)
August 22, 2024 | Paul Wallin
Court Holds That A Parent with A “Drug Problem” Can Retain Custody of Their Child If They Provide Adequate Care…
The Primary Defenses Against Drug Possession And Distribution Charges In California – Health And Safety Codes 11350, 11351, 11352, 11357, 11379
August 7, 2024 | agwklaw
The Primary Defenses Against Drug Possession And Distribution Charges In California - Health And Safety Codes 11350, 11351, 11352, 11357,…
How To Successfully Fight A Prescription Fraud Charge – Penal Code Section 459, Penal Code Section 1192.7, Penal Code Section 475, Business and Professions Code Section 4160, Health and Safety Code Section 11173
August 5, 2024 | Paul Wallin
How To Successfully Fight A Prescription Fraud Charge - Penal Code Section 459, Penal Code Section 1192.7, Penal Code Section…
If You Are Accused Of An Assault Charge In California Can You Make A Winnable Self-Defense Argument? “What is “Justifiable Force”? Penal Code Section 245
February 29, 2024 | Paul Wallin
If You Are Accused Of An Assault Charge In California Can You Make A Winnable Self-Defense Argument? "What is "Justifiable…
New Federal Law That Would Increase The Penalty for Carjacking is Politically Motivated Says Wallin and Klarich Senior Partner Paul Wallin
March 10, 2023 | Paul Wallin
A Republican-Sponsored Bill Would Block Early Prison Release for Federal Carjacking Offenders Carjacking is a serious crime that has caused…
How Long Does It Take to Press Charges?
February 20, 2023 | Bryan Powell
How Long Does It Take to Press Charges? How Long Does It Take a Prosecutor to File Charges? A criminal…
How to Win a Revocation Hearing
February 16, 2023 | Bryan Powell
What Is a Revocation Hearing? When criminal offenders receive probation as a punishment, they must follow certain terms and conditions…
How Much Is a Reckless Driving Ticket?
February 13, 2023 | Bryan Powell
How Much Is a Reckless Driving Ticket? What Is Reckless Driving? Under California Vehicle Code Section 23103, reckless driving is…
What Happens If Charges Are Dropped Before Trial?
February 7, 2023 | Bryan Powell
What Happens If Charges Are Dropped Before Trial? If you are charged with a crime in California, you will face…
How to Avoid Paying Restitution
February 4, 2023 | Bryan Powell
What Is Restitution? Avoid paying restitution As authorized under California Penal Code Section 1202.4, many criminal cases require a guilty…
How Long Can You Be Held Without Bail?
February 1, 2023 | Bryan Powell
What Is Bail? Bail After a defendant has been charged with a crime and taken into custody, the court will…
What Happens in a Hung Jury?
January 27, 2023 | Bryan Powell
What Is a Hung Jury? In most jurisdictions, a unanimous jury decision is required for a verdict to be given,…
What Are Sex Offenders Prohibited from Doing?
January 24, 2023 | Bryan Powell
What Are Sex Offenders Prohibited from Doing? California enforces strict laws regarding sex crimes and imposes serious penalties for violators.…
What is the Minimum Sentence for Child Molesters Under California Penal Code 647.6 PC
January 13, 2023 | Bryan Powell
What is the Minimum Sentence for Child Molesters Under California Penal Code 647.6 PC If you have been accused or…
Is Spanking a Child Illegal in California?
January 11, 2023 | Bryan Powell
Is Spanking a Child Illegal in California? Under California law, spanking your child, or using some other reasonable form of…
How Long After Being Molested Can You Press Charges in California?
January 10, 2023 | Bryan Powell
How Long After Being Molested Can You Press Charges in California? A statute of limitations determines the timeline for criminal…
People v. Avalos: Conviction Reversed Due to Miranda Violation
December 28, 2022 | agwklaw
People v. Avalos: Conviction Reversed Due to Miranda Violation By law, a police officer must read you your rights when…
People v. Ware: Specific Intent to Kill Required for Murder Conviction
December 19, 2022 | agwklaw
People v. Ware: Specific Intent to Kill Required for Murder Conviction In the case of People v. Ware, the Supreme…
Even Lawyers Go to Prison for Stealing
December 19, 2022 | Paul Wallin
The Case of Michael J. Avenatti Lawyer Michael J. Avenatti represents a case of serious attorney misconduct. Currently, the Santa…
Lack of Substantial Evidence Can Lead to Dismissal of Your Dependency Petition
December 16, 2022 | Paul Wallin
In re G.Z.: Lack of Substantial Evidence Can Lead to Dismissal of Your Dependency Petition In the case of G.Z.,…
The Cost of a Lawyer in California
October 28, 2022 | Paul Wallin
How much is a lawyer in Southern California? The cost of a lawyer can vary greatly depending on the type…
4 Reasons You Should Not Accept a Plea Bargain at Your First Court Appearance
April 26, 2022 | Paul Wallin
4 Reasons You Should Not Accept a Plea Bargain at Your First Court Appearance At Wallin & Klarich, we have…
Convictions of Misdemeanor or Felony Domestic Violence in California End Your Federal Right To Bear Arms
March 18, 2022 | Paul Wallin
Convictions of Misdemeanor or Felony Domestic Violence in California End Your Federal Right To Bear Arms The Second Amendment to…
How Can an Expungement Help Me Get a Job? (PC 1203.4)
February 23, 2022 | Stephen Klarich
How Can an Expungement Help Me Get a Job? (PC 1203.4) In today’s economy, job-seekers need every advantage they can…
Three Very Important Things to Remember for Your Restraining Order Hearing
February 21, 2022 | Stephen Klarich
Three Very Important Things to Remember for Your Restraining Order Hearing 1. A respondent must be served with the restraining…
Man Charged With Vehicular Homicide After Starting Chain-Reaction Of Collisions
November 8, 2021 | Paul Wallin
Being involved in a fatal accident is a serious matter. Depending on the circumstances you can be charged with vehicular…
COVID-19 is Not an Excuse: Courts Must Hold Preliminary Hearings Within 60 Days of Arraignment
December 14, 2020 | Paul Wallin
COVID-19 is Not an Excuse: Courts Must Hold Preliminary Hearings Within 60 Days of Arraignment The question before the court…
Prop 57 May Not Apply To Juvenile Offenders Sentenced In A Trial Court
November 23, 2020 | Paul Wallin
Prop 57 May Not Apply To Juvenile Offenders Sentenced In A Trial Court Defendant Jesus Lizarraga (“Lizarraga”) was 17 years…
Federal Judge Dismissed a Drug Case When the Federal Court Refused to Resume Jury Trials and Violated the Defendant’s Constitutional Rights
October 27, 2020 | Paul Wallin
Federal Judge Dismissed a Drug Case When the Federal Court Refused to Resume Jury Trials and Violated the Defendant's Constitutional…
California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation to Award 12-weeks of Positive Programming Credit to Eligible Inmates
October 21, 2020 | Paul Wallin
California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation to Award 12-weeks of Positive Programming Credit to Eligible Inmates As the global Covid-19…
California Court of Appeals Finds that Requiring Probationer to Surrender Electronic Devices to Search at Any Time was Burdensome and Intrusive
May 12, 2020 | Paul Wallin
California Court of Appeals Finds that Requiring Probationer to Surrender Electronic Devices to Search at Any Time was Burdensome and…
HOW BAD JURY INSTRUCTIONS IN YOUR CASE MIGHT GET YOU A NEW TRIAL
February 26, 2020 | Paul Wallin
HOW BAD JURY INSTRUCTIONS IN YOUR CASE MIGHT GET YOU A NEW TRIAL In People v. Wetle, a commercial fisherman…
PAUL WALLIN GUEST SPEAKER FOR AVID STUDENTS AT COLUMBUS TUSTIN MIDDLE SCHOOL
June 15, 2019 | Paul Wallin
Senior Partner Paul Wallin had the privilege of speaking at the Columbus Tustin Middle School (CTMS) career day. Mr. Wallin…
Experienced School Expulsion Attorney Having Highlight Year
May 30, 2019 | Paul Wallin
Matthew B. Wallin Continues to Ensure Fair School Disciplinary Processes for Students in 2019 The Law Firm of Wallin…
When is Receiving Stolen Property a Crime in California? (Penal Code 496)
January 4, 2016 | Paul Wallin
When is Receiving Stolen Property a Crime in California? (Penal Code 496) Under California Penal Code Section 496(a), it is…
California Underage DUI Laws
December 30, 2015 | Matthew Wallin
California Underage DUI Laws Oh, to be young again. Who doesn’t wish they could roll back the clock to the…
How to get Child Custody With a Criminal Record
December 28, 2015 | Stephen Klarich
How to get Child Custody With a Criminal Record Having a criminal record could have devastating consequences that affect you…
Felony Domestic Violence in Los Angeles
December 23, 2015 | Paul Wallin
Felony Domestic Violence in Los Angeles Domestic violence is one of the most commonly reported crimes in Los Angeles County.…
Third Offense DUI Laws in California
December 21, 2015 | Matthew Wallin
Third Offense DUI Laws in California Driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs is a serious crime in California.…
Who Drives Drunk More Often: Men or Women?
December 18, 2015 | Paul Wallin
Who Drives Drunk More Often: Men or Women? For years, men have been paying more for their car insurance because…
I Received Stolen Property. Can I Be Charged With A Crime? (California Penal Code Section 496)
December 16, 2015 | Paul Wallin
I Received Stolen Property. Can I Be Charged With A Crime? (California Penal Code Section 496) Many people do not…
Are There Any Instances in Which a Judge Can Deny Bail? (PC 1271)
December 14, 2015 | Paul Wallin
Are There Any Instances in Which a Judge Can Deny Bail? (PC 1271) If you were arrested for a crime,…
California DUI Causing Injury Penalties – CVC 23153(a), CVC 23153(b)
December 9, 2015 | Matthew Wallin
California DUI Causing Injury Penalties - CVC 23153(a), CVC 23153(b) You decided to drive home after attending a concert at…
What Rights Do Juveniles in Custody Have?
December 7, 2015 | Paul Wallin
What Rights Do Juveniles in Custody Have? Generally speaking, juveniles must be afforded the same basic constitutional rights that adults…
California Domestic Violence Laws: Is it Domestic Violence if You are Not Dating the Victim?
December 4, 2015 | Paul Wallin
California Domestic Violence Laws: Is it Domestic Violence if You are Not Dating the Victim? When someone mentions domestic violence…
Possible defenses for corporal injury on a spouse Penal Code 273.5
November 30, 2015 | Paul Wallin
Possible defenses for corporal injury on a spouse Penal Code 273.5 Many people know that domestic violence is a serious…
What do I do if there is a warrant out for my arrest?
November 25, 2015 | Matthew Wallin
What do I do if there is a warrant out for my arrest? If a warrant is issued against you,…
I Am Accused of Assault with a Deadly Weapon in San Bernardino (PC 245)
November 23, 2015 | Matthew Wallin
I Am Accused of Assault with a Deadly Weapon in San Bernardino (PC 245) Under Penal Code section 245(a), assault…
DUI Tests – 15 Minute Observation Period for DUI
November 20, 2015 | Matthew Wallin
DUI Tests - 15 Minute Observation Period for DUI If you are pulled over for DUI in California, you will…
I Am Being Accused of Violating a Restraining Order – PC 273.6
November 18, 2015 | Paul Wallin
I Am Being Accused of Violating a Restraining Order – PC 273.6 A restraining order is a court order that…
How to Avoid Criminal Charges on Fantasy Sports Sites
November 16, 2015 | Paul Wallin
How to Avoid Criminal Charges on Fantasy Sports Sites For many Americans, Sundays are special days. Not only is it…
What is Involuntary Manslaughter? – PC 192 (b)
November 11, 2015 | Paul Wallin
What is Involuntary Manslaughter? – PC 192 (b) Under California Penal Code section 192 (b), involuntary manslaughter is the unlawful…
Punishment for Felony Offenders Charged with Assault with a Deadly Weapon in Riverside (PC 245)
November 9, 2015 | Matthew Wallin
Punishment for Felony Offenders Charged with Assault with a Deadly Weapon in Riverside (PC 245) Assault with a deadly weapon…
What is a lewd and lascivious act on a child? – California Penal Code Section 288
November 6, 2015 | Stephen Klarich
What is a lewd and lascivious act on a child? – California Penal Code Section 288 In California, it is…
3 Defenses An Attorney Can Use If You Are Facing Vandalism Charges In Orange County – California Penal Code 594
November 2, 2015 | Paul Wallin
3 Defenses An Attorney Can Use If You Are Facing Vandalism Charges In Orange County - California Penal Code 594…
Consequences of DUI If You Are on Probation for a DUI in Riverside County
October 30, 2015 | Paul Wallin
Consequences of DUI If You Are on Probation for a DUI in Riverside County A DUI conviction in Riverside is…
What Does being Charged with a “Wobbler” Offense in California Mean?
October 28, 2015 | Paul Wallin
What Does being Charged with a "Wobbler" Offense in California Mean? The term "wobbler" is one that is frequently used…
California Implied Consent DUI Law
October 23, 2015 | Matthew Wallin
California Implied Consent DUI Law One of the most common arguments our DUI attorneys hear from prospective clients is that…
DUI Murder or Vehicular Manslaughter?
October 21, 2015 | Paul Wallin
DUI Murder or Vehicular Manslaughter? We Californians spend much of our lives in cars. Not only is driving necessary for…
The Serious Consequences of Felony Insurance Fraud (PC 548-550)
October 19, 2015 | Paul Wallin
The Serious Consequences of Felony Insurance Fraud (PC 548-550) The recent arrests of 15 people in Los Angeles on more…
The Elements of a Killing: How Malice Separates Murder from Manslaughter in California
October 16, 2015 | Paul Wallin
The Elements of a Killing: How Malice Separates Murder from Manslaughter in California Mark Twain once observed that while all…
Do You Have Miranda Rights if You are Not Under Arrest?
October 14, 2015 | Paul Wallin
Do You Have Miranda Rights if You are Not Under Arrest? “You have the right to remain silent.” We’ve all…
Can You Be Convicted of Stalking if You Never Made a Threat? (PC 646.9)
October 12, 2015 | Paul Wallin
Can You Be Convicted of Stalking if You Never Made a Threat? (PC 646.9) According to California Penal Code Section…
Violation Of Restraining Order Cases In California And New Ways To Defend Against Them
October 9, 2015 | Paul Wallin
Violation Of Restraining Order Cases In California And New Ways To Defend Against Them Restraining and protective orders (PC 527.6…
6 Reasons Why Reducing a Felony Conviction to a Misdemeanor is Worth the Expense
October 7, 2015 | Stephen Klarich
6 Reasons Why Reducing a Felony Conviction to a Misdemeanor is Worth the Expense If you have been convicted of…
You Need Three Or More Convictions For the Prosecution To Charge A Felony Petty Theft
October 5, 2015 | Paul Wallin
You Need Three Or More Convictions For the Prosecution To Charge A Felony Petty Theft If you're like most people,…
What Are The Punishments For A Second DUI Conviction In Orange County? (CVC 23152(a))
October 2, 2015 | Matthew Wallin
What Are The Punishments For A Second DUI Conviction In Orange County? (CVC 23152(a)) If you are convicted of DUI,…
What is Domestic Violence under Penal Code 243(e) in California?
September 30, 2015 | Paul Wallin
What is Domestic Violence under Penal Code 243(e) in California? Most people know that domestic violence is a crime in…
Can a Single Crime Lead to Multiple Punishments?
September 28, 2015 | Paul Wallin
Can a Single Crime Lead to Multiple Punishments? Under certain circumstances, you could be charged with multiple crimes for a…
Defenses to Assault with a Deadly Weapon Charges in Los Angeles
September 25, 2015 | Matthew Wallin
Defenses to Assault with a Deadly Weapon Charges in Los Angeles If you are accused of assault with a deadly…
Domestic Violence: What if the Alleged Victim “Recants” Her Statement to the Police
September 23, 2015 | Paul Wallin
Domestic Violence: What if the Alleged Victim "Recants" Her Statement to the Police Domestic violence claims are very common in today’s…
Terminate A Domestic Violence Restraining Order
September 18, 2015 | Paul Wallin
Terminate A Domestic Violence Restraining Order If a domestic violence restraining order was issued against you, it could impact your…
California Police Misconduct Laws Passed
September 16, 2015 | Paul Wallin
California Police Misconduct Laws Passed “Police misconduct” is a general phrase used to describe police officials who carry out unlawful…
Are You Violating California Law If You Spank Your Child?
September 9, 2015 | Paul Wallin
Are You Violating California Law If You Spank Your Child? From Spock to Dr. Phil to the ‘Tiger Mom’, there…
Jails in California Must Allow Face to Face Lawyer Visits with Inmates
September 8, 2015 | Paul Wallin
Jails in California Must Allow Face to Face Lawyer Visits with Inmates One of our most treasured constitutional rights is…
The Definition of Detention and How It Affects Your Rights
September 2, 2015 | Paul Wallin
The Definition of Detention and How It Affects Your Rights It is common knowledge that when you are arrested, the…
What Happens if You are Deported while on Probation?
August 31, 2015 | Paul Wallin
What Happens if You are Deported while on Probation? Under California and United States law, if you are convicted of…
When is Unconsciousness a Valid Legal Defense?
August 24, 2015 | Paul Wallin
When is Unconsciousness a Valid Legal Defense? Unconsciousness can be considered a valid legal defense to crimes of both specific…
From Rapper to Rap Sheet: How Song Lyrics are Leading to Criminal Charges
August 19, 2015 | Paul Wallin
From Rapper to Rap Sheet: How Song Lyrics are Leading to Criminal Charges Threatening lyrics in music are nothing new.…
Can a Public Defender Properly Handle Your Criminal Case? Think Twice Before Asking for a Public Defender
August 3, 2015 | Paul Wallin
Can a Public Defender Properly Handle Your Criminal Case? Think Twice Before Asking for a Public Defender Public defenders in…