It was a true tragedy when cinematographer Halyna Hutchins was killed on the set of Alec Baldwin’s Western film Rust. Whether or not it was a crime was not as immediately apparent. To determine if it was a crime, the incident was investigated by the Santa Fe County Sheriff’s Department, New Mexico’s First Judicial District […]
Famous Domestic Violence Cases
The popular image of domestic violence usually involves a beer-swilling, shirtless husband beating his wife to vent his frustration with life. But in reality, people of all classes, genders, and orientations are accused of committing domestic violence, including actors, musicians, athletes, and more. In fact, many real-life domestic abuse cases involve individuals who are […]
Is Jareth, The Goblin King, Guilty of More Than Just Kidnapping?
The villain of The Labyrinth, played by David Bowie, is one of the most charming bad guys in any fantasy film, even though he kidnaps a baby in a strange attempt to seduce a 15-year-old. But while being charismatic is a great thing, it’s not enough to change the fact that Jareth committed some pretty […]
Better Understanding Double Jeopardy in Vista, California
The concept of double jeopardy as it applies to the law is one of those things that many people know about but few people understand. Here’s what double jeopardy actually means to someone already charged with a crime. What is Double Jeopardy Under the Law? Most people grasp the basic idea of double jeopardy -that […]
A Legal Look at the Drunk Driving in the 40 Year Old Virgin
The 40-Year-Old Virgin, starring Steve Carell, Seth Rogen, and Paul Rudd, is a cult favorite. While there are a lot of fantastic scenes in the movie, the one that really stands out in the mind of most DUI defense attorneys is the one where a drunk girl gives Andy the (terrifying) ride of his life […]
The Crimes of Ferris Bueller: Don’t Follow Ferris If You Want to Stay Out of Jail
Ferris Bueller’s Day Off is a classic movie that reminds everyone that “life moves pretty fast. If you don’t stop and look around once in a while, you could miss it.” And while it’s important to take a break from your hectic life every now and again, you’re a lot better off not directly following […]
The Downside to Wolverine Claws From a Legal Perspective
Wolverine’s claws are admittedly cool-looking, but they also offer some serious draw backs. Aside from the pain associated with the claws pushing through his skin every time they come out, they present a number of legal issues as well. For example, Logan could be accused of carrying a concealed weapon and if he ever uses […]
