Why Protest Rights Matter in San Diego

Protests have become increasingly common across San Diego – whether centered on civil rights, social justice, police accountability, or other causes. People join these demonstrations with good intentions, but even peaceful gatherings can escalate quickly, especially when law enforcement

Can Police Lie to You During a Stop? What San Diego Residents Need to Know

If you have been stopped, questioned, or arrested in San Diego and something felt off, you’re likely not imagining things. Police officers in California are legally permitted to use deceptive tactics in certain

Facing a criminal charge or a civil rights violation in San Diego is not just a legal problem; it’s a personal one. The decisions made in the first hours and days after an arrest, or after a confrontation with law enforcement, can shape everything that follows. At McKenzie

After a police shooting in San Diego, one question surfaces faster than almost any other: where is the body camera footage, and who decides if you get to see it? Body-worn cameras were introduced to build public trust and create a factual record of what happens during

Jail Death Lawsuits Spark Oversight Push in San Diego

Deaths inside San Diego County jails have prompted a growing wave of civil rights lawsuits, raising serious questions about medical care, mental health support, and the basic safety of people held in government custody. Many of those who

How Supreme Court Rulings Shape Your Civil Rights in San Diego and What to Do When They Don’t Protect You

Every time the Supreme Court hands down a major decision, the effects ripple far beyond Washington, D.C. and reach straight into traffic stops, protest lines, and

Whether you’re facing a criminal charge or just being questioned by police, it can be hard to know where to turn. A criminal defense consultation in San Diego should always be your first move. It’s not about committing to anything on the spot. Rather, it’s about gathering answers when

Getting questioned by the police can feel overwhelming, especially when it happens without warning. In a moment like that, it’s easy to think that answering a few questions might be the best way to “clear things up.” But the truth is, saying the wrong thing – even something that

The Tragic Loss of Hayden Schuck

In March 2022, the family of Hayden Schuck experienced a heartbreak that no parent should have to endure. Arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence and drug possession, 22-year-old Hayden was taken into custody at San Diego’s Central Jail. Six days later, he

Seven police shootings. Zero charges. That was the news from the San Diego District Attorney heading into the Fourth of July weekend. It’s not the kind of update that brings comfort. For many in our city, it raises old questions about how police actions are judged and whether real accountability