MESSAGE FROM THE CHAIR

I am pleased to introduce another fine edition of the Criminal Law Journal. One of the objectives of the CLJ is to present not only thought provoking scholarship, but also provide practical articles intended to assist the everyday practice of criminal law. This edition meets both objectives.

I would like to thank you for being a member of the Criminal Law Section. Your membership shows a commitment to a higher level of practice, and to California’s criminal justice system. Please tell your colleagues about the benefits of being a CLS member. Not only do members receive the Journal and the E-Bulletin containing case updates, but membership provides an economical means of fulfilling MCLE requirements. CLS membership and programs—webinars and stand-alone presentations—are offered at a fraction of the cost charged by other criminal law associations.

Please attend the State Bar Sections Convention on August 18-19 at the Sheraton San Diego Hotel & Marina. Presenters representing the Criminal Law Section will present the following programs: Getting Acquainted with Social Media Evidence in the Courtroom; Introduction of Evidence in Courts: Exhibits, Foundation and Evidentiary Issues; and Deuce-A-Rama: DUI Representations and Practices. We hope to see you there!

Timothy E. Warriner
Chair