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what happens at a preliminary hearing for a murder case

What Happens at a Preliminary Hearing for Murder Charges?

After a felony arrest, California law requires a preliminary hearing before your case can proceed...

how long do murder trials take

How Long Do Murder Trials Take in San Diego County

Murder cases in San Diego County do not move quickly, and they are not built to. From the moment...

can you get bail for a murder charge

Can You Get Bail for a Murder Charge in San Diego?

If you or a loved one has been arrested for murder in San Diego, one of your first questions...

can murder charges be reduced to manslaughter

Can Murder Charges Be Reduced to Manslaughter in California?

The prosecutor wants 25 years to life. You’re looking at a murder conviction that could...

charged with murder

What Happens If I’m Charged with Murder in California?

California Penal Code Section 187 defines murder as “the unlawful killing of a human being,...

can you get charged for self defense

Can You Be Arrested For Self-Defense in California?

The answer? Yes, you can be arrested for self defense in California, even when you believe you...

special circumstances in murder cases

What Are Special Circumstances in California Murder Cases?

If you’ve followed any high-profile murder trial in California, you’ve likely heard...

Is Video Evidence Enough to Convict in a Murder Case?

Those little Ring doorbells and security cameras you see everywhere these days? They’re not...

serious bodily injury

What is Great Bodily Injury in an Assault Case?

When it comes to violent crimes in California, the severity of the charges and potential penalties...

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