As a former Deputy Public Defender in Riverside County, Mr. Donath has always been on the defense side of the law.
Top 100 Trial Attorneys in California 2012-2014, 2008 Trial Attorney of the Year by the Riverside County Public Defender's Office, and dozens of other awards and accolades.
Your lawyer should have a passion for defense, not just a passion for money. Reputation, vigor, and determination go a long way in this business.
As a former Deputy Public Defender in Riverside County, Mr. Donath has always been on the defense side of the law.
Top 100 Trial Attorneys in California 2012-2014, 2008 Trial Attorney of the Year by the Riverside County Public Defender's Office, and dozens of other awards and accolades.
Your lawyer should have a passion for defense, not just a passion for money. Reputation, vigor, and determination go a long way in this business.
Posted in Criminal Defense on October 16, 2019
When a person has been charged with a crime, they will work to formulate a defense. They will often do so with the help of a criminal defense attorney. One common defense for a crime is that the defendant’s actions were a mistake of law. It is important to distinguish between a mistake of law…
Read MorePosted in Criminal Defense on October 15, 2019
Laws that refer to individuals under the age of 21 who are in possession of alcohol are often called Minors in Possession Laws (MIP laws) or Possession of Alcohol Under the Legal Age (PAULA laws). These laws are intended to provide sanctions for anyone under the age of 21 who possession alcohol, even if those…
Read MorePosted in Criminal Defense,DUI on October 14, 2019
When people hear about a DUI charge, they usually think of someone driving while intoxicated by alcohol. Many people do not realize that it is a crime to drive while under the influence of marijuana in the state of California, even though medical marijuana and limited recreation use has been legalized. There are many questions…
Read MorePosted in Criminal Defense on October 10, 2019
Most of us have heard of “road rage.” We may have a decent grasp of what road rage looks like, though it can be hard to actually define. Road rage is a combination of various incidents that can happen on the roadways. One of the most common questions we hear happens to be – Is…
Read MorePosted in Criminal Defense,DUI on October 8, 2019
California uses a point system to track driving violations against drivers across the state. Understanding how this point system works and how a DUI affects it is important. How Does the Point System Work? In order to track the riskiest drivers and get them off the roadways, California set up a point system in which…
Read MorePosted in Criminal Defense,Drug FAQ'S,Drunk Driving,DUI on October 7, 2019
Getting pulled over and arrested for driving under the influence is difficult and may require you to go to court. This process is tough enough, especially when you have to worry about getting your car back as well. Even though a vehicle will almost always be towed away after a DUI arrest, you can almost…
Read MorePosted in Criminal Defense on September 24, 2019
The number of women in state prisons has increased dramatically over the last three decades. There are certain challenges that women face when incarcerated related to their health that men do not have. This is especially true when it comes to women who are sent to jail or prison while pregnant. How to corrections officials…
Read MorePosted in Criminal Defense,Robbery on September 23, 2019
Any type of robbery charge in the state of California is serious. If you or a loved one have been charged with robbery or a related charge, consider securing legal assistance as soon as possible. The penalties for being convicted of robbery charges can be severe. Penal Code 211 Under California law, robbery is defined…
Read MorePosted in Criminal Defense on September 21, 2019
If you or a loved one are facing criminal charges or a warrant, you need to understand that Riverside County criminal court process. The Superior Court of California County of Riverside website provides information necessary to prepare for a court appearance. Please understand that you have to go to court for your misdemeanor, felony, or…
Read MorePosted in Criminal Defense on September 20, 2019
You do not want to be left in the dark as to whether your loved one has been taken to jail or not. If you suspect that your loved one has been arrested in Riverside County, you can find out if they have been booked into jail. Riverside County inmate search Your first step is…
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