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February 13, 2025

When you’re stopped by law enforcement officers, knowing your rights is essential. Your rights protect you from illegal searches, arrests, or questioning. Summit Defense Criminal Lawyers helps you understand these rights and how to exercise them during a police stop. Whether it's a traffic stop or a pedestrian stop, you have the right to remain silent and [...]

Rabin Nabizadeh

February 13, 2025

Being involved in or witnessing a hit-and-run accident can leave you feeling overwhelmed. Reporting the incident promptly is not only your legal responsibility but also a way to protect yourself and others. Timely action ensures that law enforcement has the best chance of identifying the fleeing driver while safeguarding your rights. At Summit Defense, we [...]

Rabin Nabizadeh

February 13, 2025

White-collar crimes are nonviolent offenses typically involving financial deception or breach of trust. These crimes usually happen in workplaces or business environments. They can have serious repercussions on both people and organizations. Embezzlement is a key example of a white-collar crime. It involves the improper use or theft of funds that were entrusted to a [...]

Rabin Nabizadeh

February 13, 2025

Being arrested can be overwhelming, but be sure to remain calm and follow certain steps to protect your rights. The first things you do can affect the outcome of your case. Summit Defense Criminal Lawyers helps you understand what to do in this situation. Whether it’s knowing your legal rights or requesting an attorney immediately, [...]

Rabin Nabizadeh

February 13, 2025

When you're facing criminal charges, making the wrong decisions can have long-lasting effects. It's easy to get overwhelmed by the situation, but acting impulsively can lead to costly mistakes. Whether it's speaking without thinking, not seeking legal advice, or ignoring important deadlines, these common mistakes can harm your case. Summit Defense Criminal Lawyers helps you understand and [...]

Rabin Nabizadeh

February 13, 2025

Imagine this: You’re walking down the street when suddenly, a police officer approaches and tries to arrest you. You believe the arrest is unfair or even illegal. In that moment, you might wonder, “Can I resist this arrest?” It’s a question many people ask, but the answer isn’t as straightforward as it seems. While it […]

Rabin Nabizadeh

February 25, 2024

Getting a DUI (Driving Under the Influence) can be a stressful and life-changing event. It starts the moment a law enforcement officer suspects you've been drinking and driving. This can lead to being pulled over, undergoing a field sobriety test, and possibly being arrested. The consequences of a DUI arrest include legal action, potential jail [...]

Rabin Nabizadeh

May 18, 2023

Being charged with a DUI in California is a serious matter. If you get convicted of a DUI, you spend time in jail, have your license suspended or revoked, and face significant fines and other penalties. A DUI conviction will also appear on your records, which might make it hard for you to secure housing […]

Rabin Nabizadeh

May 15, 2023

Dating is a normal part of growing up. Some people even decide to get married. At the same time, some laws need to be followed, and some might wonder, is it illegal to date a minor? In the United States, a minor is someone who is under the age of 18. While the age of […]

Rabin Nabizadeh

April 12, 2023

When it comes to statutory rape, many states have what is known as a Romeo and Juliet Law. These laws offer certain defenses and exceptions to individuals accused of statutory rape, particularly in cases where the individuals involved are close in age. At Summit Defense, our Bay Area statutory rape lawyer will provide you with […]