When someone gets arrested in San Marcos, or placed under arrest, there is standard protocol by law enforcement which can be expected. In this article, we cover what happens at the actual time of arrest, what to prepare for after an arrest, and whether hiring a lawyer is the next best move. At the time… Read More
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How to bail someone out of jail and determine if you need bail bonds in San Marcos
Updated October 25, 2019 If a person is arrested in San Marcos, that person is able to be released from jail on “bail.” Bail is assigned to a person on the expectation that the arrested person later is required to appear in court, similar to a refundable deposit on a rental. Following a court appearance,… Read More
Signs of a Good Criminal Defense Attorney
Being arrested or charged for a crime is a terrible feeling. In this situation, it’s important to have someone you can trust by your side. Your criminal defense lawyer is supposed to be this person, but not all attorneys serve equally. If you or someone close to you is ever facing criminal charges, a good… Read More
How to hire a criminal lawyer in San Marcos
The truth is, it doesn’t matter much whether the charges you are facing or misdemeanor or felony. Hiring a criminal lawyer in San Marcos is a definite advantage. But you should not just hire any criminal lawyer. You should do your homework to ensure that the lawyer you hire is going to give you the… Read More
Do I need a criminal defense lawyer?
Recently came across an article published by Avvo that was an excellent resource for someone trying to determine whether they should hire a criminal defense lawyer. The name of the article was of course, “Do I need a criminal defense lawyer?” But the point of this blog is highlight some of key findings from that… Read More
Marijuana Conviction
Life Sentences: The Collateral Sanctions Associated with Marijuana Conviction A conviction for a marijuana offense results in two different categories of punishment: (1) the punishment directly imposed by the judge, and (2) a range of collateral sanctions that are triggered by the conviction. Current policy focuses almost entirely on the direct punishment imposed by the… Read More
Bar Admissions
When speaking about bar admissions, this is the permission that is granted for a lawyer to practice law in a particular court system. Sometimes when a qualified candidate has received his or her degree from an accredited law school, passed the bar exam, and filed the necessary applications, admission to the bar may still be… Read More
Traffic ViolationsTraffic Tickets
Traffic Violations: Protect Your Driving Record Traffic violations are worth talking about. One thing we suggest is to never just pay your traffic tickets in San Marcos. Doing so may result in higher insurance rates, points on your driving record, and in some cases, even the suspension of your license. When people think about traffic… Read More