Category Archives: Police

NEW RULES REGARDING TIME SERVED IN COUNTY JAIL

The law regarding county jail custody credits has changed. Vitaly B. Sigal discusses those changes in this blog post. Continue reading

THE TWIN TOWERS CORRECTIONAL FACILITY

In this blog criminal defense attorney Vitaly B. Sigal writes about the Twin Towers Correctional Facility. Continue reading

WHAT TO DO IF THE POLICE OR FEDERAL AGENTS COME TO TALK TO YOU

In this blog criminal defense attorney Vitaly B. Sigal will discuss certain issues as they pertain to a criminal investigation where there have yet to be criminal charges filed. Continue reading

CRIMINAL STREET GANG CHARGES AND ENHANCEMENTS

In this blog criminal defense attorney Vitaly Sigal discusses what having a gang allegation could mean to a person charged with a crime. Continue reading

UNDERSTANDING PROBATION

Criminal defense attorney Vitaly Sigal discusses probation in a criminal case. Many times people on probation are confused by what it means to them. This blog will clarify some common questions and concerns. Continue reading

UNDERSTANDING SEX OFFENDER REGISTRATION

In this blog criminal defense attorney Vitaly Sigal discusses the law regarding sex offender registration. Continue reading

PUNISHMENTS AND SENTENCING FOR DRIVING UNDER THE INFLUENCE CASES IN CALIFORNIA

In this blog criminal defense attorney Vitaly Sigal, who has extensive experience in the handling of DUI cases discusses the possible consequences of a DUI conviction. Continue reading

UNDERSTANDING THE CRIME OF EXTORTION

Los Angeles criminal defense attorney Vitaly B. Sigal of the SIGAL LAW GROUP discusses the crime of extortion and its elements. Continue reading

UNDERSTANDING GRAND THEFT AUTO AND OTHER VEHICLE THEFT CRIMES

When a person is charged with the theft of a vehicle, they are generally facing serious criminal charges. They will need to hire a criminal defense attorney who is experienced in dealing with these types of criminal matters. Continue reading

YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN SILENT. PLEASE USE IT !

Speaking to a police without your attorney present is a huge mistake. If you are accused of a crime the best move you can make is to contact a criminal defense attorney as soon as possible. Continue reading