August 22 2016 in Case Results, Criminal Defense, Misdemeanor
If you are being questioned by police, it may be tempting to shift the blame or avoid involvement altogether by claiming to be someone else. In reality, you are putting yourself at greater risk and you could face additional charges. If you are under suspicion it is always best to consult a knowledge...
August 15 2016 in Case Results, Criminal Defense, Misdemeanor
For many young people, using a fake ID may seem like a mild transgression or maybe a right of passage; however, possession of false identification is a crime and it can lead to significant legal trouble. Recently, a young woman was at the airport, but in her rush to make a flight, she had forgotten ...
June 22 2016 in Assault, Case Results, Criminal Convictions, Criminal Defense, Felony
Recently, a 28-year-old San Diego man, living in a converted school bus was facing a lengthy prison sentence after an altercation with a homeless man resulted in an assault with a deadly weapon charge. Allegedly, the man exited his bus to use the restroom at a local fast food restaurant, when he was...
June 14 2016 in Case Results, Criminal Defense, Felony
Even the strongest among us can have problems that need attention, but an individual's unfortunate situation doesn't always demand criminal charges. In some cases, putting an individual through the criminal justice system is excessive and it takes a passionate legal advocate to set things right. Not...
June 6 2016 in Case Results, Criminal Defense, Theft
When people find themselves in financial trouble, it is very easy to make mistakes resulting in criminal charges. Often times, these unfortunate moments occur when a person is already filled with anxiety and stress, thereby compounding their difficulties. For example, a woman recently found herself ...
April 25 2016 in Case Results, Theft
With the several military bases in the San Diego area, sometimes civilians run afoul of these facilities and if this happens, you will need an attorney with wide-ranging legal experience in both the civilian and military court systems. Not long ago, a young man accompanied a friend, who was an activ...
April 16 2016 in Case Results, Drug Crimes, Marijuana Charges, Medical Marijuana
A 19-year-old man was walking along the waterfront area of San Diego with some friends when one his companions began blatantly smoking marijuana out in the open. Officers approached the group and detained the two men. When questioned, the 19-year-old indicated that although he was not the one using ...
April 6 2016 in Case Results, Drug Crimes, Marijuana Charges, Medical Marijuana
If you find yourself accused of a crime, it is important to find a knowledgeable attorney to protect your rights. This experience recently aided a woman in her mid-20’s, when during a concert she dropped a vapor pen and deputies noticed a small amount of marijuana. Nervously, the woman presented h...
March 22 2016 in Case Results, Theft
A 22-year-old cashier with no prior criminal history found himself in a precarious position when his employer, a San Diego amusement park noticed some disturbing video. During an investigation, security officers saw video evidence of the young man taking money from the till on multiple occasions and...
March 17 2016 in Case Results, Felony, Marijuana Charges, Misdemeanor
San Diego criminal defense attorney Jessica McElfresh recently took on a case that involved a young man in need of addressing an outstanding warrant from his past. Years earlier, the man was accused of selling marijuana out of his house in Los Angeles. His home was searched by police, materials were...
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