Feeling threatened and worrying about your physical/mental safety is an incredibly frightening and stressful situation. The one bright spot is that California’s lawmakers fully understand just how much danger you are in. Laws and protective orders are in place, each one is designed to keep you safe. When you go...
California’s Bail Process
Paying bail allows you to leave jail and stay at home rather than sitting in a jail cell as your case makes its way through the incredibly slow judicial system. Paying bail makes it possible to continue working, to care for your family, and meet with your lawyer in their...
Tips for Getting Bailed out Jail Quickly
No one wants to spend any more time in jail than ventura caly necessary. Paying bail is the best way to secure your release from jail and start picking up the pieces of your life. Once you’ve decided to take advantage of bail, there are a few things you can...
Can you Stay Open for Business Even Though the California Governor Says Otherwise
COVID-19 has done more than simply worry that we’re dying each time we cough. It has also triggered some pretty intense discussions about how much power the government has when it comes to shutting down your business. Most business owners never imagined that a day would come when the Governor...
Yellow Traffic Lights in California
On paper, it’s a simply concept. When you see a flashing yellow traffic light it means you have the right of way, but that you should stay alert and use caution while going through an intersection. A solid yellow light means that the light is about to change to red...
Understanding Zero Down Bail
What are the Benefits of Bail
When you’ve been arrested, there are two major things you need to worry about. The first is how you’re going to handle your legal problems. The second is whether you should pay bail or stay in jail until your case is resolved. There are pros and cons to both bail...
California’s Attitude Toward Vandalism
Vandalism is often an act of passion. Most of us are angry or hurt. We want to strike back at the person we believe treated us badly. We might choose to do this by smashing their mailbox, spray painting a crude message on the side of their house, or slashing...
Falling Asleep Behind the Wheel in California
Appealing the Judge’s Bail Denied Ruling
“Bail denied.” Those are two words no one ever wants to hear. Those two little words suddenly make your current situation seem even bleaker than it was when you were originally arrested. At least then you thought you’d be released from jail and be able to take care of your...