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You can fight a restraining order in Sonoma County by responding to the request, gathering evidence, and presenting your side at the court hearing. Of course, that’s a simplified explanation of a process that can be...

If you face a California drug charge, you may qualify for a diversion program that focuses on treatment instead of a traditional criminal conviction and sentence. What’s important to know about these programs is that...

It’s possible under California law to have your gun charges reduced or even dismissed, but that doesn’t mean it will be easy. The state takes these cases seriously, and there are times when prosecutors will stubbornly...

Sonoma County prosecutors can use many forms of evidence to try to prove that a defendant committed a homicide. A case may include physical evidence from the scene, witness statements, surveillance footage, phone records,...

A California expungement can help you move forward after completing a criminal sentence, but not every conviction qualifies. In Sonoma County, eligibility for expungement depends largely on the type of conviction, the...

You may have to register as a sex offender in California if you receive a conviction for an offense covered by the state’s registration law. The state requires registration for a range of sex offenses, but the length of...

If you are like most people, being arrested can leave you with more questions than answers. You may not know what happens next, but the right attorney can guide you through the Sonoma County criminal court process. There are...

In California, a domestic violence conviction can immediately impact your ability to own, possess, purchase, or carry firearms. In many situations, you must surrender your guns while a case is pending, and a conviction can...

Most people associate driving under the influence (DUI) with misdemeanor charges. While it’s true that many first-time DUI arrests in California are prosecuted as misdemeanors, there are times when this offense can be...

If you have been arrested or charged with a crime in Sonoma County, one of the first questions you may have is whether the charge is a misdemeanor or a felony. That distinction matters because it affects the potential...