Britney Spears DUI Arrest Raises Questions About California DUI Law and Criminal Liability
Recent reports that pop star Britney Spears was arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence in Southern California have renewed public discussion about how DUI cases are handled under California criminal law. While the story has received widespread media attention because of the celebrity involved, the legal issues raised are the same ones faced by thousands […]
Allegations Involving Water Polo Player Luca Cupido Highlight Civil Liability in Cases Involving Minors
Recent reporting has drawn attention to allegations involving water polo player Luca Cupido and a lawsuit that includes claims connected to racial harassment and sexual misconduct. The report also raised allegations that Cupido previously abused a minor before the filing of the racial sexual assault lawsuit. Although the story has received attention because of the […]
When Government Action Separates Families: Legal Issues That Can Affect Children With Disabilities
News stories sometimes highlight situations where government action suddenly separates families. One recent report described a deaf child who had been attending school in California and was removed from the United States with his family during an immigration enforcement action. According to public statements by the family’s attorney and state education officials, the child depended […]
When Threats Cross the Line: What a Recent Federal Case Says About Custody Disputes and Criminal Law
Family court cases can be some of the most emotional legal disputes people experience. Issues involving children, custody, and parental rights often create intense stress and frustration for everyone involved. But when anger turns into threats of violence, the situation can quickly move beyond family court and into federal criminal court. A recent case involving […]
When Parents Agree on Custody in Domestic Violence Cases: What California Law Still Requires
In many family law cases, parents reach agreements about custody. Lawyers often turn those agreements into written stipulations and submit them to the court. This can save time and reduce conflict. But when a case involves domestic violence, California law does not allow custody decisions to be handled that way alone. Family Code § 3044 […]