Posting “bail” on a traffic court case is different than posting bail on a criminal case. In traffic court, the bail is really a deposit to make sure you show up for your trial date. If you don’t go, the court keeps your bail. Continue reading
Posts Tagged ‘trial’
Tips for Effective Cross Examination of Police Officers In Traffic Court
17
Jan
Free Tips from a Criminal Defense Trial Attorney on How to Ask Police Officers Questions in Traffic Court. Use this free legal advice to ask effective questions that will help you win. Continue reading
Woo Hoo! Here are the Official Instructions for Judges on CA Traffic Court Cases
20
Dec
Here is the Official Judge’s Instructions on How to Handle Traffic Court Cases in California. Hyper-linked with references to the law. Yes, like all of legal self help content, it is free. Continue reading
How to Attack the Required Elements of a Traffic Ticket Violation as a Defense
30
Nov
A good defense will be focused tightly on the required elements of the charge. Prepare for your traffic court trial by look up the elements of the alleged violation, and getting ready to attack one or more. Continue reading
6 Questions You Should Ask Your Public Defender
23
Nov
Get the information you need from your public defender by asking these simple questions about your case that will help you make good decisions. Continue reading
Tiny Accident With No Auto Insurance. Get Sued 2 Years Later? WTF?
17
Nov
A defense Attorney rant about the realities of personal injury defense work and at the same time tells a driver how to deal with being sued without auto insurance. Continue reading
How to Use Prejudice as a Defense in Traffic Court
25
Oct
If there is an error in a traffic court trial, you have to show that the error harmed your case or your right to a fair trial. This harm to your case is called “Prejudice”. Harmless error = no error. Continue reading
How to Use Prejudice as a Defense in Traffic Court
25
Oct
If there is an error in a traffic court trial, you have to show that the error harmed your case or your right to a fair trial. This harm to your case is called “Prejudice”. Harmless error = no error. Continue reading
What Does A Defense Attorney Actually Do For A Client?
24
Oct
Wondering what a Defense Attorney actually does? Evaluates evidence, prepares a case for trial, and goes to court for the Defendant. Continue reading
