Probable Cause
Probable cause is an exception to the warrant requirement under the 4th Amendment. In other words, police do not need a warrant to arrest a… Read More »Probable Cause
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Reasonable Suspicion
Reasonable suspicion is an exception to the warrant requirement under the 4th Amendment. In other words, police do not need a warrant to stop, detain,… Read More »Reasonable Suspicion
Can Police Pull You Over For Swerving?
The answer is yes. Police can pull you over for swerving, even if you do not swerve into other lanes. Swerving Into Other Lanes Police… Read More »Can Police Pull You Over For Swerving?
Don’t go to Jail Memorial Day Edition
This Memorial Day weekend law enforcement will be in out in force. This means more police on the streets, and more DUI enforcement, including DUI… Read More »Don’t go to Jail Memorial Day Edition
Suppression of Evidence in a DUI Case
Penal Code section 1538.5 authorizes suppression of evidence in DUI cases. It also authorizes return of property seized by law enforcement. It is a means… Read More »Suppression of Evidence in a DUI Case
Felony DUI
The prosecution can charge a felony DUI if: Wobbler The felony charges listed above are “wobblers.” A “wobbler” is a charge that can be a… Read More »Felony DUI
Under 21 DUI Guide
This guide goes over the process of an under 21 DUI. This includes arrest, DMV hearing, loss of license, temporary driver’s license, restricted license, and… Read More »Under 21 DUI Guide
Avoiding Santa Barbara Police
A great strategy for avoiding legal trouble is to avoid police encounters. The key to avoiding Santa Barbara police encounters is knowing about the police:… Read More »Avoiding Santa Barbara Police
Police Encounters
Police encounters can lead to an arrest, criminal charges, and other penalties. Knowing what to do during police encounters can make the difference between going… Read More »Police Encounters
Police Stops
Police stops can lead to an arrest, criminal charges, and other penalties. Knowing what to do during police stops can make the difference between going… Read More »Police Stops