A recent accident on a Riverside freeway left two people dead and one person seriously injured. All of the victims were in one car, and driver of the other car is now facing allegations that he was driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol. Additional criminal charges could be filed against the man in connection with this accident.
Man detained on arson charges following wildfire
A young California man has been accused of setting at least one fire that has been burning in a national forest about an hour from Riverside. Specifically, he faces five counts of arson, although whether he started more than one fire was not clear.
Elements of child endangerment in California
Of late, there have been stories in the news about pretty flagrant cases of child abuse or neglect. These stories likely shock and anger Riverside residents, even if they do realize in the back of their minds that the accused still have the right to a fair trial and an opportunity to tell their side of the story.
Overview of field sobriety tests in drunk driving cases
Many people in Riverside, California, are probably already familiar with field sobriety tests just because they watch television, even if they have never been stopped on the suspicion of drunk driving.
High-profile figure in world of golf arrested for DUI
The President of the Professional Golf Association, or PGA, of America was recently arrested in Riverside County and now faces a drunk driving charge. The man has been serving in his office since the fall of 2016 and holds office for a two-year term.
The present status of California's drug possession laws
Despite public press and warnings, young people and others in the Riverside area continue to use drugs that are either are or until recently were illegal under both California's laws and under the laws of the federal government.
Police officer accused of sexual misconduct with child
A Los Angeles police officer who called Riverside home was briefly behind bars before posting $400,000 bail in connection with an allegation that he sexually assaulted a 13-year-old girl.
Representation after a domestic violence arrest
Many Riverside, California, residents who are married or who even just live with other people know that doing so can be stressful. People do not always get along and, particularly in a romantic relationship, stress often gets the best of people such that they say what they do not really mean.
Man charged in connection with area wildfire
People in Riverside, California, and the surrounding areas of Riverside County know how serious wildfires can be in this state. When they have favorable conditions to burn, these fires can destroy not only the natural landscape but also homes and businesses. They are also potentially deadly.
Riverside residents charged with a DUI can get support
Even a first-time DUI can be a serious affair for a Riverside, California, resident. Even if going to jail is unlikely following a first offense, it is still possible for a person to be ordered to serve six months, even if their drunk driving was a one-time mistake.
