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Your Rights When Police Stop You

Rabin Nabizadeh
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 [...]

How to Report a Hit-and-Run Accident

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 [...]

Is Embezzlement a White Collar Crime?

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 [...]

First Things To Do If You Get Arrested

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, [...]

Mistakes to Avoid When You’re in Trouble

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 [...]

Are You Allowed to Resist Unlawful Arrest?

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 […]

Can Minors Be Charged With Sexual Abuse?

Rabin Nabizadeh
February 12, 2025
Can Minors Be Charged With Sexual Abuse? When it comes to sexual abuse, many people assume only adults can face charges. However, minors can also be criminally charged for sexual abuse crimes. The legal system treats juvenile offenders differently, but the consequences can still be severe. Understanding how these cases work is critical, especially if [...]

What Are the Penalties for a First-Time DUI?

Rabin Nabizadeh
February 8, 2025
If you are facing a first DUI offense, it’s important to understand the penalties that may come with it. Summit Defense Criminal Lawyers helps clients who are dealing with DUI charges and provides expert guidance on what to expect during the legal process. A first DUI may seem less severe than subsequent offenses, but it still carries serious consequences. [...]

What happens when a domestic violence victim doesn’t want to press charges

Rabin Nabizadeh
February 3, 2025
When a domestic violence victim doesn’t want to press charges, it can complicate the case. However, Summit Defense Criminal Lawyers helps individuals understand their legal rights in these situations. While it’s common for the alleged victim to decide not to pursue the case, this doesn’t always mean the case will be dismissed. The prosecutor may still choose [...]

What Happens When You Get a DUI?

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 [...]