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Monday, January 14, 2019
Wednesday, January 2, 2019
New California Criminal Laws in 2019.
As Jerry Brown wraps up his 2nd tenure he is putting his
signature on some new state laws. Some
will have an impact on those who get arrested, on our youth, and those charged
with marijuana offenses BEFORE marijuana was legalized. Perhaps the most widely reviewed is the law
that eliminates cash bail in California slated to take effect in October 2019.
California will become the first state to completely abolish
cash bail, replacing the existing money bail system for one that evaluates a
suspect for the likelihood of not appearing in court or be a risk to public
safety. The goal is to create greater equality in who is held in jail awaiting
trial, because it would not favor those who can afford to post bail. The
appellate court has ruled that the state’s cash bail system is
unconstitutional.
This is a watershed change in how suspects are treated in
The Big Bear State. It is just one of
several new laws that will take effect in 2019.
A big new change has an impact on accomplices in murder cases. Don’t try to learn all of them. Attorney Bill Chestnut already knows
them. If you are accused of a crime in
San Jose or the surrounding area, call Bill at (408) 298-6990.
Tuesday, December 25, 2018
The ultimate Bay Area New Year’s Eve
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"This
is no time for Bay Area casual, people! This is New Year’s Eve in the city with
all the glitz, glam and gams galore that go with it, even here in tech town.
It’s the one night of the year when a hipster can wear a tux and not be laughed
out of the kombucha bar."
Thursday, December 13, 2018
The History of Criminal Justice in America.
When early colonists first came to America, the group did
not include trained lawyers (insert joke here) or other law-knowledgeable
persons. Many parts of the criminal justice system in colonial America were
similar to those in England and France.
Colonial America operated on the basic idea of the British common law
system.
The legal process of trials in colonial America was quite
different from the modern one in many ways.
An interrogation of the accused was usually held in the magistrate’s own
house with a few marshals or deputies as witnesses. However, during this step
in the procedure, no lawyers were involved on behalf of either party.
How very different things were! Today, if you or a loved one are accused of a
crime in Central California you can call on one of the best to defend you. San Jose criminal defense attorney William
Chestnut will vigorously defend YOUR side.
From Bill and his family and friends to all of you Merry Christmas and a
Happy New Year.
Winter Break Camps in the Bay Area
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"Winter Break Camps are a great way to keep your child
entertained and engaged during the December school break. Offerings include
art, sports, science and more."
Wednesday, December 5, 2018
Your Professional License may be Hanging in the Balance.
In the State of California if you are convicted, or even under investigation for a crime, then your professional license may
be affected on a number of different levels.
Of course, a felony conviction would have a far greater impact on your
future than would a misdemeanor, but either could be catastrophic!
Some vocations have stricter rules than others, but here are
some of the careers that can be derailed in the Big Bear State. Among others they are…accountants, attorneys
(not surprisingly), people in the medical profession such as dentists,
chiropractors, nurses, etc. Even pharmacists
may be affected by an investigation or conviction.
In the professional world you are always exposed even by the
suspicion of a spurious deed. Please
call William Chestnut if you are under investigation for a felony or even a
misdemeanor. The stakes are way too
high! San Jose criminal defense attorney
Bill Chestnut is ready to help in any way that he can. Just call (408) 298-6990.
San Jose Guide to the Holidays!
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"When
looking for things to do with the kids this holiday season, consider the
numerous Christmas events in San Jose."
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