by Elmira Yousufi, Esq. | Sep 29, 2023 | Criminal Law, Sex Crimes
In 2021, California enacted Senate Bill 384, heralding a transformative shift in its approach to the sex offender registry. Previously, once an individual’s name was entered into this registry, it became a lifelong commitment. However, under the new legislation,...
by Elmira Yousufi, Esq. | Jan 15, 2023 | Criminal Law, Latest News
Governor Newsom signed hundreds of new bills into law that took effect beginning this year. We will be highlighting many of them throughout the year. Here are just a few more: SB 1228 (DNA from Rape Kits) In 2016, a property crime case was issued against a sexual...
by David P. Shapiro | Jan 15, 2023 | Criminal Law, Latest News
Most people look forward to the fireworks at midnight on New Year’s Eve, but at the Law Office of David P. Shapiro, we get excited when the new year is ushered in with the passage of new laws that benefit our clients. We are happy to report that lawmakers appear to be...
by Elmira Yousufi, Esq. | Jan 5, 2023 | Criminal Law
First, let’s discuss what a preliminary hearing is. A preliminary hearing is a “mini trial” that comes after the arraignment and before the trial. It takes place when you are charged with a felony offense. There is no preliminary hearing for misdemeanor charges in...
by Elmira Yousufi, Esq. | Dec 16, 2022 | Criminal Law, Prison and Parole
You should hire a criminal defense attorney whenever there is a realistic chance of being charged with a crime. “Wait and see” is oftentimes the worst strategy imaginable. In fact, it is not a strategy at all, but rather gives up all control of your future to the...
by Elmira Yousufi, Esq. | Nov 15, 2022 | Criminal Law
Being arrested can be a very traumatic experience and even more so when you have no idea what to do or what to expect. A lot of people feel lost and powerless through the process. It is important to know that you can regain control of the situation by being proactive...
