Bail Set at Zero for Most Los Angeles County Criminal Cases During COVID-19 Crisis
Jerod Gunsberg, Los Angeles Criminal Defense Lawyer
As of April 16, 2020 the California Judicial Council is under an emergency order. The courts are completely closed until May 12, 2020 (at least) and the emergency order will last for 90 days after Governor Newsom lifts his statewide…
read moreNew 2020 California Law Restricts Police Use of Lethal Force
Jerod Gunsberg, Los Angeles Criminal Defense Lawyer
Until recently, California police officers were allowed to use deadly force when it was deemed “reasonable” to do so by a peace officer for the purpose of law enforcement in a given situation. However, a new California law, in effect…
read moreSB394: New Diversion Program for Parents Charged with a Crime
Jerod Gunsberg, Los Angeles Criminal Defense Lawyer
SB394 is a new California law that allows state courts to set up diversion programs for “defendants who are primary caregivers of a child under 18 years of age.” As of January 2020, the new law has not yet been…
read moreCalifornia’s New Firearm Laws in 2020
Jerod Gunsberg, Los Angeles Criminal Defense Lawyer
California is getting new laws in 2020 which further restrict firearm ownership. Here’s a rundown of the three most significant laws. If you’re already prohibited from owning a firearm in another state, you are prohibited from owning a firearm in…
read moreLos Angeles County Misdemeanor Court Diversion Program to Expire at the End of 2017
Jerod Gunsberg, Los Angeles Criminal Defense Lawyer
Beginning January 1, 2018, courts will no longer be permitted to unilaterally offer diversion and dismiss cases. Learn about your options for diversion.
read moreProsecutorial Misconduct Is Now A Felony In California
Jerod Gunsberg, Los Angeles Criminal Defense Lawyer
California Governor Jerry Brown signed a landmark piece of legislation into law that makes it illegal for prosecutors to intentionally or in bad faith withhold, alter or destroy any evidence that is favorable to the defendant in a criminal case….
read moreInmates Now Serving 100% of Los Angeles County Jail Sentences
Jerod Gunsberg, Los Angeles Criminal Defense Lawyer
As a result of California’s recently passed Prop 47, inmates are now serving 100% of Los Angeles County jail sentences. Read more here.
read moreLos Angeles Criminal Defense Attorney Reviews the Top 5 Local Criminal Justice Stories of 2010
Jerod Gunsberg, Los Angeles Criminal Defense Lawyer
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read moreLos Angeles Criminal Defense Attorney Highlights 10 New Criminal Laws for 2011
Jerod Gunsberg, Los Angeles Criminal Defense Lawyer
Los Angeles criminal defense attorney Jerod Gunsberg highlights 10 new criminal laws enacted by California legislature to go into effect for 2011. Los Angeles, CA (Vocus/PRWEB) November 30, 2010 The recent end of the California legislative session has brought a…
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