Turn up the Heat and Up go the Tempers.

Have you ever noticed that you get more irritated when you are uncomfortably hot?  It doesn’t take Einstein to figure that heat plus temper could equal domestic disaster.  Here is the thing…there are always 3 sides to these stories (including the one in the middle).  Being accused of domestic violence must be taken seriously!

Any act of domestic violence is considered assault by the laws of the State of California.  If it is deemed to have been done with a “deadly weapon”, the stakes get even higher.  If someone even makes a threat these days, it could be construed as an act of terrorism.  Oh yes, the times they are a changin’.

What can you do when you are accused of this serious crime?  The first thing is to contact San Jose domestic violence lawyer William Chestnut.  Bill has been a part of the criminal defense scene in the valley for well over four decades and he will bring his experience and expertise to your case.  Call today for an appointment at his San Jose office (408) 298-6990.  

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Pot 101.

Is that how many joints you’ve smoked legally since the law changed in California?  No, this is a tutorial on how marijuana laws have evolved this year and where they are now.  Here is a fact.  Recreational use of marijuana became legal in California on January 1, 2018. The legalization is the result of voter passage of Proposition 64 in November 2016.

If you are over 21 as you read this, you are allowed to possess up to one ounce of dried marijuana or eight grams of concentrated cannabis.  Now, here is what you NEED to know!   Adults who exceed these amounts can be charged with a misdemeanor and punished by up to 6 months in county jail and/or a fine of up to $500.

So, it is NOT a free ride by any means.  You can still do jail time for just possessing weed.  You may have lost track of that.  If you or a loved one is facing a fine or jail time for marijuana consumption in California, then call San Jose Criminal Attorney William Chestnut.  Sit down with Bill at his office and consider your options.  That number is (408) 298-6990.