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Trial Skills Update Seminar
Join us April 6 in Oakland for the Criminal Law Section's Annual Trial Skills Update Seminar.
Webinar: Introduction to Prosecuting Alcohol and Drug Related Sexual Assault Cases
This webinar will focus on the challenges associated with the prosecution of intoxication-related sexual assaults. The webinar will address approaches to charging, pretrial motions, trial strategies, and working with the victims in these cases.
Webinar: California Code of Civil Procedure Section 231.7 and Jury Selection: What You Need to Know
California Code of Civil Procedure Section 231.7 ushered in new procedures and responsibilities for all parties in a jury trial.
Webinar: Demystifying the Federal Grand Jury: An Overview of Federal Grand Jury Practice and Procedures
1 Hour MCLE In this presentation, Julian André and Eddie Jauregui, both former federal prosecutors, review the law, rules, and procedures governing federal grand juries. Our speakers will provide insight into how federal grand juries are organized and how they work, and review the extent of their powers. They will also review the role of…
Webinar: Federal Habeas Corpus 101: Demystifying Federal Habeas Corpus and 28 U.S.C. § 2254
This training will cover the basics of federal habeas corpus and 28 U.S.C. § 2254, including: the statute of limitations, tolling, exhaustion, procedural default, retroactivity, and merits review.
Webinar: A Snapshot of Juvenile Defense with an Eye Towards Challenges for the Private Practitioner
A snapshot look at juvenile defense from the start of a case to its finish. This lecture will highlight key recent changes in the law that led to the closure of the Department of Juvenile Justice and established Secure Track Youth Facilities. We will also discuss how minors can be transferred to adult court and cover juvenile strikes with an eye toward the unique ethical issues and challenges for private attorneys.
Webinar: Mental Health Diversion in California
Join us for an engaging and informative MCLE program that aims to equip legal professionals with the knowledge and tools necessary to effectively navigate mental health diversion in the criminal justice system with a focus on Penal Code Section 1001.36. The program will discuss the legal framework and implementation of Penal Code Section 1001.36, including eligibility criteria, the diversion process, and best practices from the perspective of all stakeholders in the process.
Criminal Law: New Laws Webinar
Another new year means more new laws to learn about and every year brings about changes to various aspects of California criminal law. This webinar will explain all the changes that take effect 1/1/2025 and discuss how these changes will affect both the prosecution and defense of criminal cases in California.
You will hear from both a deputy public defender and a deputy district attorney, which will give you the unique experience of listening to both sides discuss these new laws.
Webinar: A Hearsay Primer: Learning the Hearsay Rules and Their Applications
Experienced criminal defense attorney Jeff Aaron returns with another California evidence seminar in his popular series. This lecture will cover hearsay in the California Evidence Code and case law, including the rules admitting or excluding hearsay, and the application of those rules to various trial scenarios and kinds of evidence.
Webinar: A Primer on Military Diversion in California
Join us for an informative MCLE program that aims to equip both the defense and prosecution with the knowledge and tools to effectively navigate military diversion pursuant to Penal Code section 1001.80. The program will discuss the legal framework of Penal Code section 1001.80, including eligibility, suitability, and the diversion process.
We are committed to accessibility! Virtual events are equipped with closed captioning. To request an in-person accommodation, send us a note at accessibility@calawyers.org or contact us at 916-516-1760 for assistance.