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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

Criminal Charges, Criminal Conviction, Criminal Defense, Criminal Threats, Law & Information

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 […]

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

September 26, 2025

Criminal Charges, Criminal Conviction, Criminal Defense, Law & Information, Legal Rights

Paul Wallin

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 […]

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

September 2, 2025

Criminal Charges, Criminal Conviction, Criminal Defense, Law & Information

Paul Wallin

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 […]

Setting Aside a Guilty Plea Due to Mental Unfitness: What You Need to Know

July 7, 2025

Appeals, Criminal Charges, Criminal Conviction, Criminal Defense, Law & Information, Legal Rights, Sentence Modification, Sentencing

Paul Wallin

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Setting Aside a Guilty Plea Due to Mental Unfitness: What You Need to Know Plea bargains are common practice in our legal system, but there are circumstances where a guilty plea might be deemed invalid or unjust. One such circumstance involves mental unfitness or impairment that prevented the defendant from fully understanding the consequences of […]

Understanding Your Rights Under California Penal Code 1172.1: A New Path to Resentencing

July 1, 2025

Appeals, Law & Information, Legal Rights, Resentencing

Paul Wallin

Understanding Your Rights Under California Penal Code 1172.1: A New Path to Resentencing In California's evolving criminal justice landscape, recent changes have opened new doors for individuals seeking to challenge their original sentences. One of the most significant developments is California Penal Code 1172.1, which provides a pathway for felony defendants to have their sentences […]

When Appeals Matter: How a Murder Conviction Can Be Reversed in California

June 10, 2025

Appeals, Law & Information, Legal Rights

Paul Wallin

When Appeals Matter: How a Murder Conviction Can Be Reversed in California Being convicted of a serious crime like murder can feel like the end of the road. Many defendants believe that once a jury returns a guilty verdict, their fate is sealed. However, California's appellate process provides an opportunity for freedom after a wrongful […]

Public Defenders Seek $120M as Prop 36 Strains Resources: What It Means for Justice in California

June 2, 2025

Criminal Conviction, Criminal Defense, Law & Information

Paul Wallin

Lewd or Lascivious Acts With a Minor - PC 288

Public Defenders Seek $120M as Prop 36 Strains Resources: What It Means for Justice in California California’s criminal justice system is feeling the pressure. Public defenders across the state are urgently seeking $120 million in funding over the next three years to keep up with a growing caseload brought on by Proposition 36 — a […]

ICE Agents Wait Outside Courthouses to Detain Undocumented Immigrants and People Are Terrified

May 30, 2025

Criminal Charges, Criminal Conviction, Criminal Defense, Criminal Threats, Law & Information, Legal Rights

Paul Wallin

Illegal search of a vehicle during a traffic stop

ICE Agents Wait Outside Courthouses to Detain Undocumented Immigrants and People Are Terrified Richard Urdaneta Pulido’s papers were scattered across the floor as his girlfriend collapsed, overwhelmed by emotion, yelling his name in desperation. The 25-year-old was surrounded and apprehended by five federal immigration agents immediately after leaving an immigration courtroom in downtown Los Angeles […]

Can I Appeal A Harsh Sentence?

May 12, 2025

Appeals, Criminal Conviction, Criminal Defense, Law & Information, Legal Rights

Paul Wallin

Can I Appeal A Harsh Sentence? When facing what seems like an excessively harsh sentence, you have legal options. The appellate process provides a safeguard against unfair outcomes in our criminal justice system. Understanding these appeal rights could mean the difference between years of unnecessary incarceration and a fair sentence that properly reflects both the […]

Insufficient Evidence Can Lead To Your Case Being Vacated

May 7, 2025

Law & Information, Legal Rights

Paul Wallin

Insufficient Evidence Can Lead To Your Case Being Vacated Insufficient evidence can lead to a conviction being vacated. This is highlighted in a recent California case, People v. Gomez (2025). Our experienced criminal defense attorneys at Wallin & Klarich can guide you through the legal process. Call Wallin & Klarich today toll-free at (877) 466-5245 […]

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