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Protection From Excessive Prosecution

Protection From Excessive Prosecution

What do people turn to criminal defense lawyers for? Or what about immigration law? What applies there? In many of the practice areas that we specialize in, the goal is to protect the individual from unfair or excessive prosecution in its many forms. Let's start from...

Helpful Tips For Dealing With a DUI Charge

Helpful Tips For Dealing With a DUI Charge

Going out for a few drinks with friends is a great way to blow off steam. Once you are finished with these drinks, the last thing you need to do is jump behind the wheel of a car. Most people understand the dangers of driving under the influence, yet many people still...

What Is Post Conviction Relief?

What Is Post Conviction Relief?

Growing up in The Inland Empire, Jonathan Mendoza has seen countless criminal cases where either the power of the law was misused and misdirected, breaking families apart after a conviction. Or, he’s also witnessed situations where the defendant actually admitted...

SB-180 – prior drug conviction – sentence enhancement

SB-180 – prior drug conviction – sentence enhancement

The California Senate took a step in addressing what numerous described as an expensive failed policy that worsened racial disparities in sentencing by passing SB-180. The law allows greater funding for programs and services that improve public security, including...

Immigration Related Articles

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What You Need To Know About Proving Lawful Entry

What You Need To Know About Proving Lawful Entry

The process of applying for immigration status in the United States can be a long and complicated one. One of the most critical steps is proving that your entry into the country was lawful. It is essential to understand what documents are needed to demonstrate this,...

4 Potential Pitfalls In The Immigration Process

4 Potential Pitfalls In The Immigration Process

The immigration process can be a daunting and confusing experience. With so many forms, deadlines, and potential roadblocks, it is easy to become overwhelmed when navigating the complex system governing immigration in the United States.  Over 14 percent of...

Immigration and Jurisdiction Issues

Immigration and Jurisdiction Issues

What's important in immigration law? Well, there are a lot of moving pieces and a lot of complexities – and then there are the different scenarios for every state of residence or every state venue. These things have to be looked into when a client comes to an attorney...

Top Reasons You Need An Immigration Lawyer

Top Reasons You Need An Immigration Lawyer

Immigration attorneys have professional expertise that may prove beneficial in many circumstances where you may find yourself. Working with an immigration attorney makes your path to citizenship smoother, and having legal representation in other critical aspects of...

Three Ways an Expert Immigration Lawyer Can Help You

Three Ways an Expert Immigration Lawyer Can Help You

Immigration lawyers provide valuable services to many people who want to migrate to another country. Immigration lawyers are professionals that can help you beyond simply preparing or helping you to fill out immigration forms.  You might not consider the...

What to Expect from the Citizenship Test

What to Expect from the Citizenship Test

If you have immigrated to the United States with the hopes of becoming a citizen, there is a process you must follow. Because this process is often challenging and confusing, it may be wise to reach out to an experienced California immigration lawyer. This...

Are Residency and Citizenship the Same Thing?

Are Residency and Citizenship the Same Thing?

Did you immigrate to the United States? Are you working toward earning residency status?  If so, you may wonder if, after receiving residency status, you are a citizen of the country. While some people use the terms “residency” and “citizenship” interchangeably,...

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