A family law case—whether it’s divorce, custody, child support, or another matter—usually follows a structured series of steps. While timelines vary by complexity, most cases in California (including Stockton / San Joaquin County) move through these seven key stages:...

Here’s a hearing-by-hearing breakdown of how a juvenile dependency case usually unfolds in Stockton, CA (San Joaquin County), and where a juvenile dependency lawyer becomes critical. 1. Detention Hearing (Within 1–2 Court Days of Removal) Purpose: Decide if the child...

Second offense DUI arrests carry severe consequences with both the criminal court and the DMV. In Stockton, if a driver has been arrested for driving under the influence of alcohol, medication or drugs within ten (10) years of a prior conviction of California Vehicle...

Vivian Thomas is recognized as being among the top driving under the influence (DUI) defense attorneys in California and perhaps the best DUI lawyer in Stockton. She is a no nonsense, straight talking lawyer who will tell you the facts about your Stockton DUI case....

There are currently twelve (12) DMV Driver Safety Offices located throughout the State of California for drivers requesting Administrative Hearings or scheduled for departmental re-examinations. Some of the Driver Safety Office have satellite Offices for drivers...