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Things To Know When Facing A DUI Trial: Pre-Arrest Procedures and Field Sobriety Tests

September 10, 2025
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Paul Wallin
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Things To Know When Facing A DUI Trial: Pre-Arrest Procedures and Field Sobriety Tests A DUI conviction can come with serious consequences, including fines, loss of license, and potentially jail time. Because of the seriousness of the charges and consequences, it is important to be aware of what happens prior to the arrest.  Our experienced […]

Veteran Wins Appeal for Resentencing Under California Law

September 9, 2025
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Paul Wallin
Law legal justice
Veteran Wins Appeal for Resentencing Under California Law When you or a loved one is facing a lengthy prison sentence, it can feel like there is no hope for a second chance. But as the case of Eric Hayde shows, the law provides opportunities for resentencing — and having the right legal team on your […]

Things To Know When Facing A DUI Trial: DUI Drug Offenses | California VC 23152

September 8, 2025
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Paul Wallin
Law enforcement officer in uniform conducting traffic stop with silver pickup truck on residential road
Things To Know When Facing A DUI Trial: DUI Drug Offenses | California VC 23152 Driving under the influence isn't limited to alcohol consumption. California Vehicle Code Section 23152 encompasses drug-related DUI offenses that can result in serious criminal charges and life-altering consequences. If you're facing DUI drug charges, understanding the legal landscape is important […]

Things To Know When Facing A DUI Trial: Implied Consent in California

September 5, 2025
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Paul Wallin
DUI
Things To Know When Facing A DUI Trial: Implied Consent in California  If you've been arrested for driving under the influence (DUI) in California, you may have heard the term "implied consent". Understanding what implied consent means and how it affects your case is extremely important for anyone facing DUI charges.  Our experienced criminal defense […]

Civil vs. Criminal Cases: What Happens When They Collide?

September 2, 2025
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Paul Wallin
Sealed Arrest Record (PC 851.91)
Civil vs. Criminal Cases: What Happens When They Collide? When you are accused of a crime, the nightmare doesn’t always stop in criminal court. The same conduct can also trigger a civil lawsuit—a situation known as parallel proceedings. At Wallin & Klarich, we want you to understand how these two very different systems work, and […]

Court Upholds Controversial Jailhouse Sting Operation: What Police Can (and Cannot) Do Before Questioning You

August 27, 2025
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Paul Wallin
evading a police officer
Court Upholds Controversial Jailhouse Sting Operation: What Police Can (and Cannot) Do Before Questioning You When you are accused of a crime, law enforcement will often use every tactic available to get you to talk — even before your first formal interrogation. A recent California Court of Appeals case, People v. Michael Leslie Goehner, highlights […]

Mental Health Diversion Can Be Available Even When Diagnosis Comes After the Crime

August 20, 2025
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Paul Wallin
locking up mentally ill
Mental Health Diversion Can Be Available Even When Diagnosis Comes After the Crime If you or a loved one is facing criminal charges in California and struggling with mental health issues, a recent appellate court decision could significantly impact your case. The ruling in People v. Harlow has clarified and expanded access to mental health […]

Orange County Jailhouse Informant Scandal: DOJ Agreement Signals the End of Unconstitutional Practices

August 19, 2025
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Paul Wallin
juvenile law attorney
Orange County Jailhouse Informant Scandal: DOJ Agreement Signals the End of Unconstitutional Practices The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) has officially announced that it has completed its reform agreement with the Orange County Sheriff’s Department (OCSD) to end the unconstitutional use of jailhouse informants — a practice that, for nearly a decade, violated the constitutional […]

Federal Immigration Conviction Overturned Due to Weak Evidence: Why Strong Legal Representation Matters Now More Than Ever

August 15, 2025
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Paul Wallin
Federal Cases Government Shutdown
Federal Immigration Conviction Overturned Due to Weak Evidence: Why Strong Legal Representation Matters Now More Than Ever In a recent case, a federal appeals court reversed the conviction of Wardy Liberato, a Dominican national who had been charged with illegal reentry under 8 U.S.C. § 1326(a). His case serves as a powerful reminder that even […]

Appeals Court Allows Man to Withdraw Guilty Plea After Lawyer Failed to Explain Immigration Consequences

August 8, 2025
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Paul Wallin
Burglary attorney
Appeals Court Allows Man to Withdraw Guilty Plea After Lawyer Failed to Explain Immigration Consequences At Wallin & Klarich, we know how devastating it can be when a guilty plea leads to unexpected immigration consequences. Recently, a man won his appeal after the court found that his original attorney failed to properly advise him about […]
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