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How Long Does a Misdemeanor Stay on Your Record?

Rabin Nabizadeh
February 9, 2022
Misdemeanor offenses are far less severe than a felony. But, a misdemeanor offense is greater than that of an infarction. If you received a misdemeanor offense, it's crucial to understand how long this crime will stay on your record. The truth is there is no one way to answer this question. The length of time [...]

Assault vs Battery | What Is The Difference?

Rabin Nabizadeh
February 8, 2022

It is vital to grasp the distinction between assault and battery charges. If you are wrongfully accused of either crime, you will know your rights by reading this article. If you need legal assistance with your assault or battery charge, call our esteemed law firm now! Our experienced criminal defense attorney will educate you about […]

How Long Does a Felony Stay on Your Record?

Rabin Nabizadeh
February 8, 2022
In the United States, felonies are considered serious crimes and have harsher punishments. A felony conviction can have lasting consequences for an individual's life, including being unable to obtain employment in particular fields or obtaining a professional license. This article discusses how long a felony conviction stays on your record and what necessary steps you [...]

Santa Clara County’s Collateral Consequences Policy and Avoiding Dual Prosecution (CA Penal Code 242)

Rabin Nabizadeh
June 14, 2017

Last month’s issue of The National Review featured an article by Pete Hutchison, lambasting Santa Clara County District Attorney Jeffrey Rosen’s “Collateral Consequences” memo and practice[1]. Hutchison seems to attribute all of the woes of most victims to Rosen’s directive to his office to consider the collateral immigration consequences for cases prosecuted by his office […]

California Laws 2016 – Gun violence restraining orders (Assembly Bill 1014)

Rabin Nabizadeh
February 5, 2016

What are the laws in regards to gun violence restraining orders in California?

California State Supreme Court Rules on Getaway Drivers

Rabin Nabizadeh
July 13, 2015

How does California prosecute getaway drivers in criminal cases?

Cyclist Killed in Pleasanton – Twitter Feed Used as Evidence (CA Penal Code 192(c))

Rabin Nabizadeh
April 16, 2014

What are the penalties for felony vehicular manslaughter in California?

24-YEAR OLD MADERA COUNTY MURDER CASE REMAINS UNRESOLVED (CA Penal Code §187)

In 1989, then 20-year-old Michael Pizarro became famous – for all the wrong reasons.  He was accused, and then convicted, of sexually assaulting and then murdering (CA Penal Code §187) his 13-year-old half-sister, Amber Barfield.  24 years later, no one can be sure whether or not Pizarro did it. On the one hand, there is […]