November 9 2016 in Legal Blog, Marijuana Charges, Uncategorized
Although medical marijuana has been legal in California for two decades, recreational marijuana use was not. On Tuesday, Nov. 8, voters considered marijuana legalization and Proposition 64 was approved 56-44 percent, making the recreational use of marijuana legal. Prior to this ballot measure, perso...
November 9 2016 in Criminal Defense, Legal Blog
Many shows, such as “Making a Murderer” and “The Night Of”, have shown that prosecutors will withhold evidence in order to prove a defendant’s guilt. Is this something that prosecutors can legally do? According to a number of verdicts reached by the United States Supreme Court, the answer ...
November 4 2016 in Case Results, Criminal Defense, Theft
No matter the specific crime or jurisdiction, if you find yourself charged with any offense in San Diego, it is important to find a knowledgeable San Diego criminal defense attorney, who can effectively navigate the different court systems in the area and advocate for the best possible result. This ...
October 28 2016 in Case Results, Criminal Defense, Domestic Violence
When authorities become involved in situations revolving around a domestic violence situation, the scene is usually chaotic and sometimes innocent citizens find themselves unnecessarily charged. If this ever happens, it is essential to consult with an experienced criminal defense attorney, who can...
October 24 2016 in Medical Marijuana
Attorney Jessica McElfresh will be one of the speakers at the San Diego Growers Expo at 2 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 29. McElfresh will talk about California’s progress toward implementing the Medical Cannabis Regulation and Safety Act at the state level. The MCRSA was adopted in late 2015 by the Califo...
October 21 2016 in Case Results, Criminal Defense, Theft
San Diego criminal defense attorney Jessica McElfresh recently assisted a young mother and nurse after a misdemeanor charge of petty theft for shoplifting put her permanent record and in turn her career in significant danger. Allegedly, loss prevention agents at a local department store noticed the ...
October 14 2016 in Case Results, Criminal Defense, DUI
Recently, a woman in San Diego found herself in a very relatable, but also a very precarious position after a night out ended with a car accident and serious charges for her first DUI. The woman met some friends for dinner and after a few glasses of wine was on her way home, when she, unfortunately,...
October 10 2016 in Legal Blog, Weapons Crimes
While the second amendment of the constitution allows a citizen to bear arms, there are many laws that are meant to limit that right. Many may not know that, in California, it is illegal to carry a gun in public without a concealed carry permit. This means that you are not allowed to carry a gun on ...
September 30 2016 in Criminal Convictions, Criminal Defense, Legal Blog
Like many others, you may have initially been taken into police custody under suspicion of a DUI or another offense but never had any charges pressed against you. You may still be living with the arrest on your California arrest record because of this incident. But most people do not realize that un...
September 15 2016 in Federal Marijuana Issues, Legal Blog, Marijuana Charges, Medical Marijuana
As more states legalize marijuana for medical or personal use, the conflict with between state and federal law grows. Approximately half of the states offer some type of medical access to marijuana or related products. Four states legalized recreational use. Meanwhile, marijuana is classified as a S...
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