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With over fifty years of combined experience and a proven track record of success, Wegman & Levin is the go-to Burbank law firm for criminal defense matters. The attorneys at Wegman & Levin have immaculate attention to detail and pride themselves on offering honest, sound legal advice without compromising integrity. Attorneys Debra Wegman and Michael Levin concentrate on criminal defense and handl

e cases involving DUI/DWI, s*x crimes, domestic violence, theft, expungements, and more. If you've been accused of a crime in California, you need a local law firm that will zealously fight to get you your best possible outcome. Call Wegman & Levin today to schedule your FREE initial consultation!

09/01/2026

A DUI blood test can look airtight on paper, but in court the real question is what the prosecution can actually prove about collection, handling, and testing—because results can miss important safeguards. Issues like chain of custody gaps, instrument or calibration problems, delayed processing, and improper interpretation can undermine blood-test accuracy and the weight of the evidence used at arraignment and later hearings. If you or someone you’re dealing with in North Hollywood, Los Angeles, or anywhere across Southern California received blood-test results, you need a defense strategy grounded in procedure, not assumptions. For a confidential consultation, contact Wegman & Levin APC at (818) 495-8330.

https://wegmanlevin.com/blog/dui-blood-test-review-what-results-can-miss/

08/31/2026

Breathalyzer results don’t automatically win DUI cases in Los Angeles—but they do give the prosecution a starting point. In our review of breathalyzer accuracy for Los Angeles DUI matters, we look at what the device is actually measuring, common sources of error, and how calibration, observation, and testing procedures can affect whether the numbers are reliable evidence. In Southern California, the practical consequence is clear: if the test foundation is shaky, it can change the strength of the case, your exposure, and the strategy moving forward. If you’re facing a DUI charge or investigation in North Hollywood or anywhere in Los Angeles County, contact Wegman & Levin APC at (818) 495-8330 for a confidential consultation.

https://wegmanlevin.com/blog/breathalyzer-accuracy-review-los-angeles-dui/

08/30/2026

A criminal record in Los Angeles County can quietly affect hiring, licensing, housing, and even how courts view you in future cases—so sealing isn’t just paperwork, it’s a strategic post-conviction step with strict eligibility rules and procedural deadlines. In California, sealing is governed by specific statutes and turns on what you were charged with, what the court did, and the status of your case; if you miss requirements or file the wrong paperwork, the record may stay public or your filing can be denied. If you’re in North Hollywood or anywhere in the San Fernando Valley and Southern California, a careful review of your case history and the evidence matters before you pursue sealing. If you’re ready to discuss your options, contact Wegman & Levin APC at (818) 495-8330 for a confidential consultation.

https://wegmanlevin.com/blog/criminal-record-sealing-guide-los-angeles/

08/29/2026

After an arrest in North Hollywood or Los Angeles, the fastest way to make a bad situation worse is to talk before you’re ready—anything you say can be treated as evidence, and silence may be misunderstood if you don’t handle it correctly. In California, your best strategy often comes down to understanding when questioning must stop, how statements are gathered, and how to avoid admissions that weaken your defenses later in court. If you’re facing charges or an investigation, a lawyer’s early review of the arrest report, body-worn footage, and witness accounts can clarify what the prosecution can prove and what they still must establish. For a confidential consultation with Wegman & Levin APC, call (818) 495-8330—don’t risk your case by assuming your next statement won’t matter.

https://wegmanlevin.com/blog/how-to-avoid-self-incrimination/

08/28/2026

When prosecutors charge you under “state” or “federal” law, the courtroom rules, possible penalties, and the evidence they must prove can look very different—sometimes dramatically. In California, state cases run through California’s criminal process and statutes, while federal charges follow federal statutes and a separate set of procedures, discovery expectations, and sentencing rules. The label matters for bail, plea leverage, immigration and licensing fallout, and the defenses you should preserve early—before deadlines lock in. If you or a family member in North Hollywood or Los Angeles is facing state or federal criminal charges, contact Wegman & Levin APC at (818) 495-8330 for a confidential consultation.

https://wegmanlevin.com/blog/state-versus-federal-criminal-charges-explained/

08/27/2026

If you’re facing a Los Angeles DUI crash case that involves serious allegations—like the Watson murder-defense angle—what matters most is how the facts were packaged for court and whether the prosecution can prove the elements beyond a reasonable doubt. In California, a charge arising from a fatal crash can quickly escalate, and the difference between a viable defense and a damaging misstep often comes down to evidence: crash reconstruction, witness statements, admissions, medical proof, and whether your detention or statements followed proper procedure. The first weeks after arrest are critical—what you say, what you allow officers or investigators to assume, and how early you challenge the evidence can shape the trajectory of the case. If you’re in North Hollywood or anywhere in Los Angeles County and this affects you or a family member, contact Wegman & Levin APC at (818) 495-8330 for a confidential consultation.

https://wegmanlevin.com/blog/los-angeles-watson-murder-defense-dui-crash/

08/26/2026

In California, the question isn’t just whether you “can” refuse field sobriety tests—it’s what refusal means for your arrest, how officers build their probable cause, and how it can affect the later DMV and criminal proceedings. Field sobriety performance isn’t the only evidence; your admissions, observations, and any chemical testing plan can carry the case. If you’re in North Hollywood or anywhere in Los Angeles County and you’re facing DUI allegations, timing and strategy matter—get clear on the legal consequences before you make any decisions. For a confidential consultation, contact Wegman & Levin APC at (818) 495-8330.

https://wegmanlevin.com/blog/can-i-refuse-field-sobriety-tests-california/

08/25/2026

Police in California can’t just walk into a home on a whim—entry is usually limited by the Fourth Amendment, California law, and the facts they can truthfully articulate under oath. The real question in your case is whether officers had a valid warrant, whether a recognized exception applies (like exigent circumstances or a narrowly defined consent), and whether they followed the lawful procedure in obtaining and executing that authority. The evidence they collect after an unlawful entry may be suppressible, and that often changes leverage at arraignment, bail, and any later motions practice. If you’re in North Hollywood or the San Fernando Valley dealing with an arrest or investigation involving a residence, contact Wegman & Levin APC at (818) 495-8330 for a confidential consultation.

https://wegmanlevin.com/blog/when-can-police-enter-homes-california/

08/24/2026

If the police seized your fi****ms, you don’t just “get them back” by asking—this is a procedure-driven process with property, Fourth Amendment, and criminal case implications that can affect custody, charges, and timing. In California, the prosecution and the court look at how the guns were obtained, what crime you’re accused of (or whether you’re still under investigation), and what proof exists for lawful possession versus alleged restrictions—so your strategy has to be evidence-based, not emotional. Before you speak to anyone, let me help you map the safest path for getting seized fi****ms back while protecting your defense posture in North Hollywood and throughout Los Angeles County—contact Wegman & Levin APC at (818) 495-8330 for a confidential consultation.

https://wegmanlevin.com/blog/getting-seized-fi****ms-back-from-the-police/

08/23/2026

A criminal protective order in Los Angeles County can change your life fast—conditions like stay-away orders, no-contact rules, surrender requirements, and weapons restrictions can come even while the underlying domestic violence allegation is still being litigated. The prosecution has to meet specific legal standards, and the court will weigh evidence from the incident, witness statements, prior history, and credibility; your paperwork and conduct in the days after the arrest can matter more than people expect. If you or a family member is facing this in North Hollywood or elsewhere in the San Fernando Valley, you need a clear strategy for challenging the factual basis and preparing for what happens at the hearing—especially if jail exposure or felony consequences are on the table. For a confidential consultation, contact Wegman & Levin APC at (818) 495-8330.

https://wegmanlevin.com/blog/dealing-criminal-protective-orders-domestic-violence-cases/

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