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Veterans in California May Qualify for Military Diversion Without Proving Their Service Directly Caused the Offense

October 15, 2025
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Paul Wallin
Military law - court martial
Veterans in California May Qualify for Military Diversion Without Proving Their Service Directly Caused the Offense In a recent Orange County case, a Marine Corps veteran was charged with four misdemeanor DUI offenses after a traffic stop. He applied for military diversion under California Penal Code §1001.80, which allows current and former service members to […]

The Court Cannot Take Legal Custody Away From Father Of Child Even If He Is In Prison If He Has Created A Proper Care Plan For His Children

October 9, 2025
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Paul Wallin
Family Law Child Custody Lawyer Wallin & Klarich Orange County
The Court Cannot Take Legal Custody Away From Father Of Child Even If He Is In Prison If He Has Created A Proper Care Plan For His Children California law is clear: a parent’s incarceration alone does not justify removing their child from their custody if that parent has taken responsible steps to ensure the […]

When the Prosecutor Screws Up You Need to Hire an Experienced Criminal Defense Lawyer to Help You Get Your Loved One Out of Prison

October 7, 2025
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Paul Wallin
insufficient evidence - misdemeanor
When the Prosecutor Screws Up You Need to Hire an Experienced Criminal Defense Lawyer to Help You Get Your Loved One Out of Prison Imagine spending more than four decades behind bars for a crime you did not commit, only to discover that key evidence in your case had been hidden from the defense. That’s […]

Can a Change in Evidence Rules Overturn My Sentence?

October 3, 2025
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Paul Wallin
Wallin & Klarich Criminal Defense Speedy Trial Lawyer Orange County
Can a Change in Evidence Rules Overturn My Sentence? A recent appellate court decision demonstrates how changes in evidence rules and legal standards can dramatically impact even the most serious cases, including those involving murder convictions and death sentences. Our experienced criminal defense attorneys at Wallin & Klarich can guide you through the legal process. […]

California Supreme Court Limits Three Strikes Law: What This Means for Gang-Related Convictions

October 1, 2025
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Paul Wallin
Courtroom where evidence is used to convict people | People v. Phillips
California Supreme Court Limits Three Strikes Law: What This Means for Gang-Related Convictions In a recent decision, the California Supreme Court has ruled that prior convictions must qualify as serious felonies under current law to be used for sentence enhancements under California’s Three Strikes Law. This ruling has major implications for defendants with gang-related prior […]

Your Right to Legal Counsel: Protections for Defendants Seeking to Withdraw Pleas Due to Immigration Consequences

September 29, 2025
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Paul Wallin
Your Right to Legal Counsel: Protections for Defendants Seeking to Withdraw Pleas Due to Immigration Consequences When facing criminal charges, one of the most fundamental rights protected by the Constitution is the right to legal counsel. This right becomes even more critical when defendants later discover that their guilty pleas carry severe immigration consequences they […]

California Attorney General Takes Action: The Ongoing Crisis in LA County Jails

September 26, 2025
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Paul Wallin
jails
California Attorney General Takes Action: The Ongoing Crisis in LA County Jails The California Attorney General recently filed a lawsuit against Los Angeles County over jail conditions. The lawsuit, filed after failed negotiations, alleges that unconstitutional conditions in the nation's largest jail system have contributed to more than 206 inmate deaths over four years. Our […]

California Supreme Court Overturns Death Sentence in Orange County Case Due to Gang Law Changes

September 25, 2025
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Paul Wallin
Supreme Court Ruling
California Supreme Court Overturns Death Sentence in Orange County Case Due to Gang Law Changes The California Supreme Court recently overturned the death sentence of a man convicted of murder and attempted murder in Orange County, citing changes in California’s gang laws. While the convictions for murder and attempted murder remain, the death penalty and […]

Things To Know When Facing A DUI Trial: Permissive Inference

September 15, 2025
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Paul Wallin
Grounds For Criminal Appeal | You May Be Eligible
Things To Know When Facing A DUI Trial: Permissive Inference One of the most important legal concepts that can significantly impact your DUI case is "permissive inference." This tool allows the prosecution to present evidence about your blood alcohol content (BAC) in a way that can influence the jury's decision. If you're preparing for a […]

Things To Know When Facing A DUI Trial: Bifurcation Motions

September 12, 2025
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Paul Wallin
DUI checkpoint
Things To Know When Facing A DUI Trial: Bifurcation Motions Facing a DUI charge can be overwhelming, especially when you have prior convictions that could potentially influence the outcome of your case. One legal strategy that your defense attorney might employ is filing a bifurcation motion. Understanding what this motion is and how it can […]
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