by Chambers Law Firm | May 9, 2014 | Criminal Defense
Driving & driving puts drivers and the public at risk for serious consequences Like most laws, California’s DUI laws exist to protect the public at large—and to protect individuals from themselves. Driving while intoxicated by alcohol is never a good idea, yet...
by Chambers Law Firm | May 8, 2014 | Criminal Defense
With a state-wide drought still ongoing, arson is very real threat There are two main types of arson: willful and reckless. Drought conditions tend to set the stage for both. During a drought, reckless acts such as flicking a cigarette into high grass are more likely...
by Chambers Law Firm | Apr 27, 2014 | Criminal Defense
Reckless burning can result in arson charges during fire season Fire season is coming early this year. The California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection has recently issued a release urging property owners to ensure that they are in compliance with California...
by Chambers Law Firm | Apr 25, 2014 | Criminal Defense
California’s DUI laws may be tough but individuals also have many protections under the law Drunk driving causes an estimated 1,500 deaths and 30,000 injuries in our state per year, according to the latest available data from the California DMV. It’s no surprise that,...
by Chambers Law Firm | Apr 23, 2014 | Criminal Defense
Sex crimes accusations and convictions can both have a serious negative impact Earlier this month a junior high school teacher pled not guilty to charges of lewd acts and distributing pornography to minors. If she really is innocent, let’s hope she has an excellent...
by Chambers Law Firm | Apr 21, 2014 | Criminal Defense
Field sobriety tests are designed for you to fail. Don’t take them! When law enforcement officers stop drivers for any reason, they are always on the lookout for possible signs of DUI. This is true whether they have stopped you for a routine traffic violation or at a...
by Chambers Law Firm | Apr 18, 2014 | Criminal Defense
Fight back with the help of an Irvine DUI attorney to avoid these 7 possible consequences of DUI If you’ve been charged with DUI, don’t just meekly accept a conviction and all the consequences it may bring. An Irvine DUI attorney may be able to help you secure a...
by Chambers Law Firm | Apr 16, 2014 | Criminal Defense
Orange County DUI penalties and fines are a strong deterrent to driving under the influence. Every year in California, there are roughly 200,000 DUI arrests and between 140,000 and 150,000 convictions. Since the dangers of driving while under the influence of drugs or...
by Chambers Law Firm | Apr 1, 2014 | Criminal Defense
Under reporting alcohol’s role in traffic deaths sways mortality statistics and affects efforts to fight drunk driving A great deal of progress has been made in the fight against drunk driving. According to the US National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism,...
by Chambers Law Firm | Mar 29, 2014 | Criminal Defense
Don’t risk getting stuck with substandard representation! If you’re involved in a criminal investigation or a criminal court proceeding, do not waive your right to counsel! Your attorney can provide important services to help secure the best possible outcome to your...
by Chambers Law Firm | Mar 28, 2014 | Criminal Defense
Don’t let unfounded domestic violence charges ruin your life. Hire an expert defense attorney and explore these 5 common defense strategies Domestic violence is taken very seriously in the state of California. Victims who have allegedly suffered violence or abuse at...
by Chambers Law Firm | Mar 26, 2014 | Criminal Defense
Police may search a home without a warrant as long as the occupant who is present consents Last month, the US Supreme Court ruled on a case questioning the ability of the police to enter and search a home when one occupant had consented to the search and the other had...
by Chambers Law Firm | Mar 24, 2014 | Criminal Defense
If you saw any of these 5 signs of ineffective counsel during your criminal proceeding, you may have grounds for an appeal. Criminal defense attorneys have a responsibility to represent their clients’ wishes faithfully and present the best possible defense based on...
by Chambers Law Firm | Mar 20, 2014 | Criminal Defense
Follow these 7 tips to reduce your risk of being arrested and needing a Huntington Beach DUI attorney Encountering a DUI checkpoint can be intimidating for any driver, especially if you have had a drink in the past few hours and aren’t sure what your blood alcohol...
by Chambers Law Firm | Mar 6, 2014 | Criminal Defense
Learn how to use the opportunities afforded by a DMV administrative hearing effectively When you are arrested for DUI, the law enforcement officer will confiscate your California Driver License and issue you a “pink” temporary driver license. This temporary license...
by Chambers Law Firm | Mar 3, 2014 | Criminal Defense
Just because a law is dumb doesn’t mean you don’t need a quality defense attorney Many dumb laws exist across the country, and California certainly has its share. Some laws are dumb because they’re outdated, while others are poorly written or downright unenforceable....
by Chambers Law Firm | Feb 25, 2014 | Criminal Defense
Understanding what makes for a legal DUI sobriety checkpoint can help you protect your rights when faced with DUI charges If you have been arrested for a DUI that occurred when you were stopped at a DUI sobriety checkpoint, you may wonder whether the checkpoint, and...
by Chambers Law Firm | Feb 24, 2014 | Criminal Defense
An officer must have probable cause in order to search your car Thanks to the protections of the Fourth Amendment, police are not permitted to conduct searches or seizures of your person, property, or vehicle without a warrant or probable cause. It is important to...
by Chambers Law Firm | Feb 20, 2014 | Criminal Defense
Defendants who qualify can now receive special Youth Offender Parole Hearings The California State Legislature has passed a significant new law that allows certain juvenile defendants to obtain parole. This new law, which is referred to as SB 260, became effective...
by Chambers Law Firm | Feb 18, 2014 | Criminal Defense
Ninth Circuit Declares That Law-Abiding Citizens Should Be Able To Get Concealed-Carry Firearms Permits for Self-Defense On February 13, 2014, the United States Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit (which includes California) ruled that by not accepting lawful...
