by Samantha Jade | Feb 6, 2025 | Assault Crimes, Domestic Violence, Drug Crimes, Juvenile Crimes, Murder, Sex Crimes, Violent Crimes, Wrongfully Accused
When a jury steps into a courtroom, the expectation seems pretty straightforward—listen to the facts, apply the law, and reach a verdict. But what if a jury thinks that a trial under the law would be unfair? That’s where jury nullification steps in. It’s a secretive...
by Samantha Jade | Jan 3, 2025 | Assault Crimes, Domestic Violence, Driving Offenses, Drug Crimes, Inmate Reform, Juvenile Crimes, Mental Health, Rehabilitation, Sex Crimes, Wrongfully Accused
Instead of just focusing on punishment like the traditional justice system, restorative justice is a different way of handling crime and its impact—it aims to heal both victims and offenders. What is Restorative Justice? Restorative justice is a framework that aims...
by Samantha Jade | Oct 2, 2024 | Assault Crimes, Domestic Violence, Driving Offenses, Drug Crimes, DUI, FAQs, Juvenile Crimes, Murder, Sex Crimes, Theft and Fraud Offenses, Uncategorized, Violent Crimes, Wrongfully Accused
How would you react if you were suddenly handcuffed and facing criminal charges? Would your first instinct be to defend yourself, or would you know to stay silent? Getting arrested or charged with a crime is a terrifying experience. It’s easy to panic in these...
by Samantha Jade | Aug 19, 2024 | Assault Crimes, Domestic Violence, Drug Crimes, DUI, Juvenile Crimes, Murder, Sex Crimes, Theft and Fraud Offenses, Uncategorized, Violent Crimes, Wrongfully Accused
As a criminal defense lawyer, I frequently encounter misconceptions about when legal representation is necessary and when it might not be. Understanding the role of a defense attorney can clarify these distinctions and empower individuals facing legal...
by Samantha Jade | Jun 1, 2023 | Assault Crimes, Domestic Violence, Drug Crimes, Juvenile Crimes, Sex Crimes, Theft and Fraud Offenses, Violent Crimes, Wrongfully Accused
Are you facing a criminal charge in California? Do you have prior convictions or offenses? If so, your current case may be affected by any past run-ins with the law, regardless of whether or not they resulted in a conviction. How? Because the criminal justice system...
by Silva | Mar 1, 2022 | Sex Crimes
Being charged with a sex crime can be incredibly overwhelming and frightening. The consequences of a sex crime convictions can greatly impact a person’s life, affecting their ability to retain employment and integrate back into society. While facing charges for sex...
