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Assault

Can You Claim Self-Defense If You Started the Fight?

At Summit Defense Criminal Attorneys, our team often handles cases where the right to self-defense comes into question. If you started a fight but later needed to defend yourself, you might worry you have no legal protection. The short answer is that you may still be able to claim self-defense, even if you were the […]

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Domestic Violence

Gun Ownership After a Domestic Violence Charge in California

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Domestic Violence

Can I Be Arrested for Verbal Domestic Violence Without Physical Contact?

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Domestic Violence

What Is the Difference Between a Misdemeanor and Felony Domestic Violence Charge?

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DUI

Will I Lose My Nursing License After a DUI?

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DUI

How DUIs Impact CDL Holders and Commercial Drivers

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Domestic Violence

Can I Contact the Victim After Being Arrested for Domestic Violence?

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Domestic Violence

What Should I Do After Being Arrested for Domestic Violence?

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Domestic Violence

Will an Arrest Go on My Criminal Record in California?

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Criminal Defense

What Happens If I Tell My Lawyer That I Will Lie on the Stand?

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Criminal Defense

Should I Represent Myself in a Criminal Case?

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Criminal Defense

Should I Tell My Lawyer the Truth Even If I May Be Guilty?

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Criminal Defense

Will the Prosecutor Communicate With My Lawyer or Me?

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