There are many pieces to a criminal case. There are procedural matters, physical evidence, and witness testimony that all must be addressed, and failing to do so properly could result in undesired consequences. However, when it comes to witnesses, a criminal defendant...
Our last blog post discussed how the government illegally tapped phones, which led to the arrests of many people. This is a serious matter, as illegally obtained evidence does not only affect the individuals in this particular case but many others throughout...
In order for federal prosecutors to obtain a criminal conviction, they must prove guilt beyond a reasonable doubt. They may try to achieve this in a number of ways: calling witnesses, cross-examining the defense's witnesses, and introducing evidence. However, there...
When Californians hear about major drug busts, they may think of hard drugs like cocaine or heroin. While there are still plenty of arrests involving these drugs, law enforcement has expanded its focus to include lesser drugs, such as synthetic marijuana. Yet, the...
It does not take a genius to know that the Internet has changed California. It has reshaped our economy, society's breadth and depth of knowledge and the way we entertain ourselves. Yet, as we have discussed in the previous weeks here on the blog, it has also opened...
Last week's blog post discussed the limitations that are placed on search warrants when they are granted to law enforcement. This information is critical, as those who have been arrested and whose prosecution relies on evidence seized during that search may be able to...
When prosecutors seek to charge an individual with a crime, whether for murder, burglary, or drug trafficking, they must base their allegations on some sort of evidence. Evidence is the foundation of a criminal case, and is often the pivotal information that could...
Back in December we discussed how the penalties for a federal drug offense are often dependent upon the drug that was involved and how it fits into the federal drug schedule. This is highly important information for those facing drug charges, but it might also...
As discussed in last week's post, the federal government aggressively seeks out those they believe have been trafficking narcotics. The DEA conducts intense and thorough investigations, which often lead to the seizure of drugs and the arrest of individuals. Federal...
The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) investigates numerous federal drug crimes, often spending months, even years tracking alleged drug traffickers. Once they believe they have gathered enough evidence, federal agents move in and make arrests. In fact, in...