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  • 29995 Technology Drive, Suite 204, Murrieta, CA 92563

  • Law Firm with 1 lawyer3 awards

  • Serving Riverside, San Bernardino, San Diego, Orange, and Los Angeles Counties

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Haig Gorian
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  • 29995 Technology Dr., Ste. 204, Murrieta, CA 92563

  • Law Firm with 1 lawyer1 award

  • A law firm practicing criminal defense law.

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John Pozza
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  • 25096 Jefferson Avenue, Suite A2, Murrieta, CA 92562

  • Law Firm with 1 lawyer2 awards

  • Immigration Attorneys Committed to Your SuccessWe have an outstanding track record of winning cases and securing the future of our clients. If you hire us, you will get the... Read More

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Luz Phelps
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  • 41690 Ivy Street, Suite 202, Murrieta, CA 92562+19 locations

  • Law Firm with 3 lawyers2 awards

  • Focusing on Criminal Defense, DUI & Personal Injury Cases in the Inland Empire and Greater Los Angeles Area. Serving all courts in San Bernardino, Riverside, Orange, and Los... Read More

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  • 30754 Wealth Street, Murrieta, CA 92563

  • Law Firm with 1 lawyer2 awards

  • I have been an attorney for over 31 years. Currently I practice criminal defense in all southern California Superior Courts including Murrieta, Riverside, Banning, Vista, San... Read More

  • Criminal Law LawyersCriminal Defense, Misdemeanors, and 12 more

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Christopher J. Whelton
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  • 23811 Washington Avenue, C 110, Suite 435, Murrieta, CA 92562

  • Law Firm with 1 lawyer1 award

  • If you have questions about establishing an Estate Plan or need help regarding a Business, Civil, Criminal, Entertainment Law or Family Law legal issue call Attorney Sharla Evert -... Read More

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Sharla Evert
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Cal-Lawyer PLC

4.7
40 Reviews
  • 25096 Jefferson Avenue, Suite B-143, Murrieta, CA 92562+3 locations

  • Law Firm with 1 lawyer2 awards

  • Cal-Lawyer PLC offers industry-leading legal representation across a comprehensive range of practice areas to effectively serve clients in need of litigation and trial... Read More

  • Criminal Law LawyersBusiness and Commercial Litigation, Appeals, and 68 more

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Daniel J. Tripathi
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Alavi Law

5.0
27 Reviews
  • 29970 Technology Drive, Suite 216A, Murrieta, CA 92563

  • Law Firm with 1 lawyer1 award

  • When life’s stability is threatened by criminal charges or encounters with law enforcement, having a reliable ally is essential. Alavi Law understands the stress and disruption... Read More

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Amir H. Alavi
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  • Serving Murrieta, CA and Riverside County, California

  • Law Firm with 1 lawyer2 awards

  • Los Angeles personal injury attorney Mr. Jossen has over 43 years of experience as a litigator and has successfully mediated or arbitrated over 3,500 cases.

  • Criminal Law LawyersPersonal Injury and Catastrophic Accidents for Adults and Children, Motor Vehicle, Auto, Car and Bicycle Accidents and Injuries, and 16 more

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Sanford Jossen
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  • Serving Murrieta, CA and Riverside County, California

  • Law Firm with 1 lawyer3 awards

  • Spanish speaking clients welcome

  • Criminal Law LawyersDivorce, Paternity, and 12 more

Vincent Barney Garcia
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  • Serving Murrieta, CA and Riverside County, California

  • Law Firm with 2 lawyers3 awards

  • Upland, California Law Firm Committed to Client Service. The Law Offices of Fernando J. Bernheim is committed to providing professional legal services and aggressive representation... Read More

  • Criminal Law LawyersFamily Law, Divorce, and 94 more

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  • Serving Murrieta, CA and Riverside County, California

  • Law Firm with 5 lawyers3 awards

  • Handling serious crimes & DUI throughout Southern California. Retired police sergeant, court designated DUI/FST expert, past county bar association president. Over 70 years... Read More

  • Criminal Law LawyersAssault and Battery, Bribery, and 83 more

  • Serving Murrieta, CA and Riverside County, California

  • Law Firm with 1 lawyer1 award

  • Aggressive. Creative. Experienced Lawyers in Long Beach, California At the offices of Andrea Cook & Associates, our clients are as varied as the types of claims we confidently... Read More

  • Criminal Law LawyersWrongful Termination, Discrimination, and 31 more

Andrea L. Cook
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  • Serving Murrieta, CA and Riverside County, California

  • Law Firm with 3 lawyers1 award

  • We are a boutique law firm serving Southern California with the skill and experience to achieve successful results in litigation relating to probate issues, trust administration,... Read More

  • Criminal Law LawyersTrusts & Estates Litigation, Probate Appellate Law, and 12 more

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Alexander Nunez
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  • Serving Murrieta, CA and Riverside County, California

  • Law Firm with 1 lawyer1 award

  • Criminal Law, Transportation Law

  • Criminal Law LawyersTruck Drivers Law, Distracted Driving, and 35 more

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Paul E. Antill
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  • Serving Murrieta, CA and Riverside County, California

  • Law Firm with 36 lawyers2 awards

  • Mastagni Holstedt, APC, a distinguished law firm in Sacramento, has been committed to protecting the rights of clients across California for decades. Focusing on employment,... Read More

  • Criminal Law LawyersPersonal Injury, Wage and Hour Law, and 8 more

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  • Serving Murrieta, CA and Riverside County, California

  • Law Firm with 6 lawyers3 awards

  • Premier Criminal Defense Firm in the Coachella Valley and throughout Riverside County. Whether it's a DUI or a Homicide, from Drug Charges to Assaults, White Collar or... Read More

  • Criminal Law LawyersAssault and Battery, Bribery, and 34 more

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  • Serving Murrieta, CA and Riverside County, California

  • Law Firm with 2 lawyers

  • At Perry Personal Injury Lawyers, we offer 24/7 complimentary consultations to help personal injury victims in Orange County understand their legal rights. Our experienced... Read More

  • Criminal Law LawyersBicycle Accidents, Car Accidents, and 17 more

Aaron Sibley
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  • Serving Murrieta, CA and Riverside County, California

  • Law Firm with 1 lawyer1 award

  • If you have questions about establishing an Estate Plan or need help regarding a Business, Civil, Criminal, Entertainment Law or Family Law legal issue call Attorney Sharla Evert -... Read More

  • Criminal Law LawyersEstate Planning, Trusts and Estates, and 22 more

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Sharla Evert
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  • Serving Murrieta, CA and Riverside County, California

  • Law Firm with 9 lawyers3 awards

  • Serving California's Inland Empire for over 50 years

  • Criminal Law LawyersGeneral Civil Practice, Corporate Law, and 14 more

Mark McGuire
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  • Serving Murrieta, CA and Riverside County, California

  • Law Firm with 3 lawyers2 awards

  • Tough times call for tough lawyers. The Law Offices of Larry H. Parker has recovered over $2 billion for its clients over the past 40 years. We'll fight for you!®

  • Criminal Law LawyersMotor Vehicle Accidents, ATV Accidents, and 66 more

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Larry H. Parker
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L. Dominic Chacon

5.0
2 Reviews
  • Serving Murrieta, CA and Riverside County, California

  • Law Firm with 1 lawyer1 award

  • We are a firm that focuses on Family and Criminal defense. You will work with Mr. Chacon personally. Located in West Covina and handle cases at all courts in L.A., Orange,... Read More

  • Criminal Law LawyersDivorce, Child Custody, and 60 more

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L. Dominic Chacon
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  • Serving Murrieta, CA and Riverside County, California

  • Law Firm with 1 lawyer3 awards

  • SoCal's Top Rated DUI Attorney. Former Prosecutor with 30+ Years’ Experience. Call 24/7 Free Consultation.

  • Criminal Law LawyersCriminal Defense, Assault and Battery, and 36 more

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Jonathan Franklin
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  • Serving Murrieta, CA and Riverside County, California

  • Law Firm with 1 lawyer2 awards

  • I have been an attorney for over 31 years. Currently I practice criminal defense in all southern California Superior Courts including Murrieta, Riverside, Banning, Vista, San... Read More

  • Criminal Law LawyersCriminal Defense, Misdemeanors, and 12 more

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Christopher J. Whelton
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  • Serving Murrieta, CA and Riverside County, California

  • Law Firm with 4 lawyers2 awards

  • Exceptional, aggressive, affordable and empathetic law services that will fight for your case.

  • Criminal Law LawyersFamily Law, Divorce, and 19 more

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Chudnovsky Law

4.9
118 Reviews
  • Serving Murrieta, CA and Riverside County, California

  • Law Firm with 5 lawyers3 awards

  • Award-winning team of Criminal Defense, DUI, and Professional License Lawyers with over 100 years experience handling 10,000+ cases. Former DA ▸ FREE Consultation

  • Criminal Law LawyersFelonies, Misdemeanors, and 30 more

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  • Serving Murrieta, CA and Riverside County, California

  • Law Firm with 12 lawyers2 awards

  • Over 50 Million Recovered--Our firm is experienced in injury matters & understands the difficult time you're going through. We'll guide you through the process and... Read More

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  • 30111 Technology Drive, Suite 160, Murrieta, CA 92563

  • Law Firm with 1 lawyer3 awards

  • A law firm practicing criminal defense law.

  • Criminal Law LawyersCriminal Defense, Expungements, and 8 more

Nicole Valera
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  • Serving Murrieta, CA and Riverside County, California

  • Law Firm with 14 lawyers1 award

  • Offices in LA and Upland serving all of Southern California. Over 13 years of experience focusing on what matters to our clients... results.

  • Criminal Law LawyersFamily Law, Divorce, and 111 more

  • 29995 Technology Drive, Suite 305, Murrieta, CA 92563

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Commonly Asked Criminal Law Questions From Users Near You

This information is not legal advice and is not guaranteed to be correct, complete or up-to-date. It is provided for general informational purposes only. If you need legal advice you should consult a licensed attorney in your area.

Can I appeal my resisting obstruction charge if the officer lied?

Answered by attorney David Gregory Cohen
Criminal Law lawyer at Cohen Defense Group, Inc.
Your remedy is not an appeal, but a motion to withdraw your plea based on new evidence. A motion to withdraw must be made within 180 days of being placed on probation. If that period has expired, your remedy is a writ of error corum nobis. I recommend you consult with experienced local counsel.
Your remedy is not an appeal, but a motion to withdraw your plea based on new evidence. A motion to withdraw must be made within 180 days of being placed on probation. If that period has expired, your remedy is a writ of error corum nobis. I recommend you consult with experienced local counsel.
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I was stopped by the police and asked to take a breath or a blood test to see if I had been drinking. Which is better to take? What would have happened if I refused to take either test?

Jeralyn Elise Merritt
Answered by attorney Jeralyn Elise Merritt (Unclaimed Profile)
Criminal Law lawyer at Jeralyn E. Merritt
In most states, if you are stopped by the police and suspected of drunk driving, you have a choice between a breath test and a blood test. Some states also offer urinalysis. Experts generally consider the analysis of a blood sample to be the most accurate. Breath machines are susceptible to a number of problems which can render their readings unreliable. Urinalysis is the least accurate. Thus, if you are confident that you are sober, a blood sample is the wise choice. A urine test, being least accurate and most easily attacked, is the best option if you believe your blood-alcohol concentration is above the legal limit. The consequences of refusing to submit to a blood, breath or urine test vary according to the state. Generally, your driver's license will be suspended for a period of time, commonly three, six or twelve months. This may be true even if you are ultimately found not guilty of the DUI charge. In some states, refusal is considered a separate crime. In others, refusal adds jail time to the sentence for the DUI offense. Also, you should be aware that while you may offer other reasons for refusing to take a test, the prosecution may try to offer your refusal into evidence at trial as "consciousness of guilt." Thus, the decision is one of weighing the likelihood of a high blood-alcohol reading against the consequences for refusing.
In most states, if you are stopped by the police and suspected of drunk driving, you have a choice between a breath test and a blood test. Some states also offer urinalysis. Experts generally consider the analysis of a blood sample to be the most accurate. Breath machines are susceptible to a number of problems which can render their readings unreliable. Urinalysis is the least accurate. Thus, if you are confident that you are sober, a blood sample is the wise choice. A urine test, being least accurate and most easily attacked, is the best option if you believe your blood-alcohol concentration is above the legal limit. The consequences of refusing to submit to a blood, breath or urine test vary according to the state. Generally, your driver's license will be suspended for a period of time, commonly three, six or twelve months. This may be true even if you are ultimately found not guilty of the DUI charge. In some states, refusal is considered a separate crime. In others, refusal adds jail time to the sentence for the DUI offense. Also, you should be aware that while you may offer other reasons for refusing to take a test, the prosecution may try to offer your refusal into evidence at trial as "consciousness of guilt." Thus, the decision is one of weighing the likelihood of a high blood-alcohol reading against the consequences for refusing.
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What federal criminal charges am I facing for purchasing novelty IDs?

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Answered by attorney Michael J Palumbo (Unclaimed Profile)
Criminal Law lawyer at Palumbo & Associates, PC
Retain counsel ASAP and do not give any statements to the police without an attorney. We can represent you.
Retain counsel ASAP and do not give any statements to the police without an attorney. We can represent you.