As a former Deputy Public Defender in Riverside County, Mr. Donath has always been on the defense side of the law.
Top 100 Trial Attorneys in California 2012-2014, 2008 Trial Attorney of the Year by the Riverside County Public Defender's Office, and dozens of other awards and accolades.
Your lawyer should have a passion for defense, not just a passion for money. Reputation, vigor, and determination go a long way in this business.
As a former Deputy Public Defender in Riverside County, Mr. Donath has always been on the defense side of the law.
Top 100 Trial Attorneys in California 2012-2014, 2008 Trial Attorney of the Year by the Riverside County Public Defender's Office, and dozens of other awards and accolades.
Your lawyer should have a passion for defense, not just a passion for money. Reputation, vigor, and determination go a long way in this business.
Posted in General FAQ'S on June 20, 2016
If you enjoy watching criminal justice shows such as Law & Order or How to Get Away With Murder, you are not alone. The crime genre amasses a huge, dedicated following of people who are interested in the inner workings of the justice system. The shows are suspenseful and often pose intriguing questions about the nature of criminality and social justice.
Unfortunately, even seemingly erudite shows fail to accurately depict the true nature of the US criminal justice system. For philosophy, entertainment, and escape, these shows are great, but you cannot trust them to deliver much in the way of education. Here are some of the biggest law-related mistakes Hollywood makes when it comes to crime:
Criminal justice shows are fun to watch, but they dramatize every aspect of the justice system from the investigation to the verdict. If you have any reservations about the way the justice system really works, ask an attorney. For more information about criminal law or California laws, contact the Law Offices of Graham Donath, APC in Riverside and Orange County.
Interested in more side effects of crime dramas? Read this previous blog post: How Crime Documentaries Make Jury Selection More Difficult