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Can a Nurse Lose Their License for a DUI in California?
Written by the attorneys at Kosnett Law Firm. Reviewed by James V. Kosnett, criminal defense attorney, UCLA School of Law J.D. 1976, with roughly 50 years in California criminal law and more than 30 years handling professional licensing matters. Last reviewed: October 2026. Yes, but a first DUI usually does not end a California… Read More »
Los Angeles Organized Retail Theft Defense Lawyers
California prosecutors and law enforcement agencies have increasingly focused on organized retail theft in recent years, particularly in Los Angeles and other major metropolitan areas. Unlike ordinary shoplifting allegations, organized retail theft cases often involve felony charges, multi-agency investigations, and aggressive prosecution strategies aimed at combating coordinated theft operations. If you have been arrested… Read More »
Driving on a Suspended License in California: Penalties and Defenses
Many drivers assume a suspended license only matters if they get pulled over for something else first. In California, driving on a suspended license is its own separate crime, and depending on why the license was suspended, a conviction can carry mandatory jail time on top of a fine. Whether the suspension came from… Read More »
What Happens at a DMV APS Hearing After a California DUI Arrest?
A DUI arrest in California starts two separate clocks. One is the criminal case that plays out in court over the following months. The other is a 10-day countdown to save your driver’s license, decided by a DMV hearing officer, not a judge. Many drivers do not realize this second process, called an Administrative… Read More »
Can You Get a Drug Charge Dropped with Diversion Programs?
Being arrested for a drug offense in California does not always mean you will end up with a criminal conviction. In many cases, especially for first-time or low-level offenders, diversion programs offer an opportunity to avoid jail, complete treatment or counseling, and potentially have the charges dismissed altogether. California has increasingly shifted toward treatment… Read More »
How to Challenge DUI Blood or Breath Test Results in Court
If you’ve been arrested for DUI in California, the prosecution will often rely heavily on chemical test results to build its case. Breathalyzer readings and blood test reports are frequently presented as objective, scientific proof of intoxication. But these tests are not infallible. In many cases, they can be challenged, and sometimes excluded, if… Read More »
How a Domestic Violence Arrest Can Affect Child Custody in California
When a domestic violence arrest occurs, the legal consequences often extend far beyond the criminal case. In California, allegations or arrests involving domestic violence can significantly affect child custody determinations, sometimes immediately and sometimes long after the criminal case is resolved. For parents navigating both family court and criminal court, understanding how these systems… Read More »
How a Criminal Record Can Affect Your Job, Housing, and Immigration Status
A criminal conviction in California can have consequences that extend far beyond fines or jail time. Even after serving your sentence, a criminal record can follow you for years, affecting employment opportunities, housing eligibility, and immigration status. Understanding the scope of these consequences is essential for anyone facing criminal charges or seeking to protect… Read More »
Juvenile vs. Adult Court: When Will a Minor Be Tried as an Adult in Los Angeles?
California’s juvenile justice system is built on the principle of rehabilitation rather than punishment. In most cases, minors accused of crimes are dealt with in juvenile delinquency court, where the focus is supervision, treatment, education, and age-appropriate accountability. However, there are circumstances under California law where a minor can be transferred out of juvenile… Read More »
Zero/No-Cash Bail in Los Angeles County: What You Need to Know
The law governing bail in California is rooted in both the California Constitution and the state’s Penal Code. Historically, bail — a bond or cash posted to secure a defendant’s release from custody after arrest but before trial — was set according to a standardized bail schedule that assigned monetary amounts to specific offenses…. Read More »