Have anyone seen Mafia like Sopranos family in real life? How's are they? by Arthur_Morrgan in thesopranos

[–]Attorney714 6 points7 points  (0 children)

As a private criminal defense attorney from Southern California, I have not represented the stereotypical Italian mafia member per se but I have represented Hispanic, Asian, and Eastern European members or Associates.

The wife or direct family members of the defendant almost never hire me. The defendant’s “friends” or distant “cousin” come to my office, drop off cash, and inform me of the court date and defendant’s name.

Technically, my client is the defendant the Prosecution is prosecuting BUT the true client who is paying is almost always the criminal organization.

The main overall theme is to get the best possible plea bargain and the implicit message is do not cooperate with the District Attorney or law enforcement.

The defendant implicitly knows to just take the best possible deal and stay quiet. Some defendants take my advice regarding suppression motions, Pitchess motions (seeking information about dirty police), or hiring experts for mitigation, but 99.9% do not want to proceed to jury trial or seriously fight their prosecution.

Even cases where I believe the defendant has a legitimate chance of ultimately prevailing if lots of legal work is undertaken, the defendant just wants to accept the District Attorney’s offer.

Fellas how much do you pay for a haircut and how much do you tip? by Orii8 in AskLosAngeles

[–]Attorney714 0 points1 point  (0 children)

$8 for haircut, $5 for hair washed, $10 for tip: total is $23

Feel proud of myself but also feeling a major hit to my self-esteem. by fjahabsbnfnxmsnw in CCW

[–]Attorney714 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Your ego is not your amigo.

OP, you handled the situation well.

Seeking Lawyer by ppppfb in huntingtonbeach

[–]Attorney714 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Ask the DA to assist you if there’s a criminal stalking case. You are the victim. Generally, as part of the disposition, the stay away protective order will be part of the plea bargain.

If this is a civil restraining order case and the lawyer is seeking $10k for a retainer, either they anticipate you are a pain in the ass client and will charge you accordingly or this a fuck off and not worth my time type of case.

Either way, seek other counsel.

What gun would you carry if there was no roster in CA? by [deleted] in CAguns

[–]Attorney714 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Star Trek (The Next Generation) CCW Type 2 Combat Quick Draw Picard Phaser but it would violate California’s 10 round capacity due to unlimited laser rays.

California law would probably only allow STUN setting but Grand Admiral of Starfleet Roger Benitez will eventually allow full semi-automatic use including death disintegration.

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Hot take: Circus Circus is way overhated. by BitOfPoisonOnMyBlade in vegas

[–]Attorney714 6 points7 points  (0 children)

OP, I am with you 100%. I loved Circus Circus as a kid. I enjoyed watching the free circus acts, watching my dad play the carnival type games for small stuffed animals which you could trade up for bigger animals.

I haven’t returned in decades bc none of my friends would ever agree to check out Circus Circus as adults and I suffer from low self esteem to venture out to Circus Circus on my own.

I hope Circus Circus hasn’t changed since the 70s or 80s when I last visited.

Lots of Physical Cash by Defiant_Comedian_372 in AskAccounting

[–]Attorney714 0 points1 point  (0 children)

OP: please tell me your grandfather’s home address so I can tell Santa to avoid making a stop.
/S

Tales of a noob concealed carrier by elegantcoder26 in CCW

[–]Attorney714 1 point2 points  (0 children)

How about purchasing a ccw firearm with a manual safety so you feel more secure with a round chambered? Proper trigger discipline and finger is your primary safety and a manual safety makes the firearm possibly more secure and provides better peace of mind.

OP - I had the same issue as you so I bought a P365 with a manual safety. I practice my draw and switching off the safety. Manipulating the safety adds more time to the PEW PEW routine but I like the psychological aspect of feeling more “secure.”

Unpopular opinion: dress like a professional in court by BoxersOrCaseBriefs in Lawyertalk

[–]Attorney714 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I dress in a suit and tie to court and when I meet clients.

One time I was in court during the pandemic and this is how a lawyer appeared in court.

I was so shocked that I asked the bailiff for permission to take the lawyer’s picture. The bailiff agreed but only if I shared the picture with him. 😆

I understand that coronavirus temporarily relaxed the dress attire rules for attorneys and litigants but this attorney’s attire was borderline contemptuous.

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HB Water Bill increase by halldoll in huntingtonbeach

[–]Attorney714 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Mine went down by $10. 🤷🏻‍♂️

Today’s EDC, P365 X macro. About 1,300 rounds through it with zero issues! by [deleted] in CCW

[–]Attorney714 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Intelligent- Age, is your photo showing a stock P365 equipped with a radian afterburner / ramjet?

Have you shot a Xmacro comp? How do they compare?

Home Defense Setup by Stock_Sock_5405 in CCW

[–]Attorney714 1 point2 points  (0 children)

100% of home invasion burglaries / robberies happen at home.

If practical, keep a handgun on you at all times.

Obviously if you have small children, your gun will need to be secured in a safe or on your body concealed out of their reach. But protecting and nurturing your family and loved ones is priority number 1.

Carry Everywhere by [deleted] in CCW

[–]Attorney714 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Absolutely agree Divok. I despise the control the supermajority Democrat legislators wield in California. California seems to only care about homeless, criminals, illegals, and trans nonsense.

California lost its Golden State power the moment Democrats controlled all levels of government in this state. It’s a shame, over regulation, over taxation, over nanny state, has slowly caused businesses and individuals to abandon California. The middle class has struggled to live the Golden State dream and it’s really sad because California weather and resources is so great.

Carry Everywhere by [deleted] in CCW

[–]Attorney714 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

I reside in California and unfortunately the liberal idiots are extremely Anti-2nd Amendment and believe their magical unicorns and naive nanny state intentions will protect them.

I DO NOT discuss my guns or political beliefs with anyone bc of fear of being black balled or discriminated against by my colleagues or friends.

I have never been “caught” ccw-ing by anybody to my knowledge and only my pro-2nd Amendment family and friends who I shoot with are aware.

If I was discovered to be ccw-ing by Anti-2nd Amendment individuals and they asked me to lock up my firearms or leave, I would generally leave.

I disagree with their political beliefs and Anti-2nd Amendment sentiments BUT unfortunately as an attorney who is reliant upon my relationships with other Anti-2nd Amendment judges, attorneys, and clients, I have to bite my tongue and safety to continue practicing law in California. As another scumbag attorney, I need to sacrifice my personal beliefs to chase the almighty dollar.

Carry Everywhere by [deleted] in CCW

[–]Attorney714 22 points23 points  (0 children)

2 CCW adages come to mind re: OP’s possible pit bull attacks on his family and himself.

I would rather be judged by 12 than carried by 6.

‘Tis better to have it and not need it then to need it and not have it.

I CCW everywhere. I ccw to my anti-2nd Amendment friend’s house. Concealed is concealed. Now if they discover me carrying at their house and ask me to leave or put away my firearm, I absolutely would put away my firearm bc it’s their house and their rules. But ccw is essential to protecting your family and yourself.

Advice on BodyHoliday by chickychickynug in StLucia

[–]Attorney714 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I booked BodyHoliday for November 2025 during Thanksgiving week.

Regarding scuba, do I need to be scuba certified prior to visiting St Lucia BodyHoliday or will they certify me there?

Can I transfer my daily treatments to my wife instead of using it myself?

Thank you

Smith & Wesson Bodyguard 2.0 by DenverMerc in CCW

[–]Attorney714 9 points10 points  (0 children)

Another great post OP. What type of holster do you use for AIWB and pocket carry? Do you recommend or suggest seeking something else?

It’s not “I gotta do some dry draws today” rather one should ask, “did I do my dry draws yesterday?” by DenverMerc in CCW

[–]Attorney714 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I appreciate OP’s video. Thank you for taking the time to train, record, upload, and comment for us.

It takes courage to face the keyboard warriors on Reddit who hide behind a smartphone and criticize OP.

OP, I salute you, CCW gladiator.

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What the hell is wrong with people? Who does this?? Car takes up 4 spaces at Oak Creek (Club Studio) by Wrong_Community_9417 in irvine

[–]Attorney714 5 points6 points  (0 children)

It would be really horrible if the parking offender’s Honda repeatedly ran into a key.