Blog Posts in October, 2019

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  • Jury Recommends Death Penalty in “Hollywood Ripper” Case
    Jury Recommends Death Penalty in “Hollywood Ripper” Case

    After several hours of deliberation, the jurors hearing the case of the “Hollywood Ripper” recommended the death penalty. The defendant, Gargiulo, was accused of murdering two women – Ellerin and ...

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  • Does a Police Officer in CA Have Probable Cause to Search for Marijuana?
    Does a Police Officer in CA Have Probable Cause to Search for Marijuana?

    Although recreational marijuana use has been legal in California since 2016, there is much uncertainty surrounding the margins of legalization. One issue that often arises is whether the possession of ...

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  • Can a Criminal Conviction Harm My Immigration Status?
    Can a Criminal Conviction Harm My Immigration Status?

    When someone chooses to plead guilty in a criminal case, the plea must be “knowing, intelligent, and voluntary.” This means they must understand the rights they are giving up in order to plead guilty, ...

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