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The Penalties for Carrying a Concealed Weapon in California (PC 25400)
January 23, 2023
In California, there is a ban against concealed weapons. That means that to legally carry a concealed weapon, you must get the…
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What is a Confidential Informant?
December 5, 2022
Whether you have watched a crime-based docuseries or read news related to a drug bust, you have likely heard the term “confidential…
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What Evidence Do You Need for a Civil Harassment Restraining Order?
November 14, 2022
If you plan on filing a civil harassment restraining order, it is important that you understand what evidence will be relevant in…
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A Summary of The Los Angeles Times’ Piece: “The truth about California’s promise to clear marijuana convictions.”
April 13, 2022
Officially, in the year 2016, California legalized cannabis recreationally. In the article written by Justin Ray in the Los Angeles Times titled…
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California Court Rules: No Early Release for Violent Criminals
April 8, 2022
On January 3rd, California's supreme court ruled that all incarcerated violent criminals will not be eligible for early release under any circumstances.…
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New laws in California for 2022
April 7, 2022
California government officials announced a slew of new statewide laws on January 1st, 2022. These policies addressed concerns from drug offenses and…
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Gurjit Pandher Bringing Results & Experience to The Nieves Law Firm
October 7, 2021
The newest attorney at The Nieves Law Firm is Gurjit Pandher, a criminal defense lawyer with over 20 years of legal experience.…
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Attorney Gurjit Pandher Joins The Nieves Law Firm
October 4, 2021
OAKLAND, CALIFORNIA, October 4th: The Nieves Law Firm has added attorney Gurjit Pandher to the team in an effort to expand our…
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Statute of Limitations in California
September 15, 2021
Every U.S state is required under federal law to have a statute of limitations. The statute of limitations sets the time limit…
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