About Our Privacy Practices
Privacy and data protection are paramount at Booth Law Criminal Defense as we recognize the sensitivity of your case. As a premier criminal defense law firm operating in Los Angeles County and across Southern California, we take your privacy very seriously and maintain stringent internal policies in compliance with state and federal laws that affect your information. No part of this website or any of our communications is intended to impede or circumvent attorney-client privilege. This Privacy Policy is intended to inform you how Booth Law collects, uses, stores, and protects your information online and offline through its various forms of communication. We believe in giving clients full disclosure into how their data is treated and protecting it when collected, while upholding the ethical standards for any interactions with a law office. Through our engagement with Booth Law – such as on our website, through a phone or video consultation, in person, etc. – you provide us with information and in so doing agree to the terms and conditions of our privacy practices as outlined here.
About Booth Law Criminal Defense
Booth Law Criminal Defense, a premier Santa Monica, California law firm, is led by former prosecutor and trial lawyer Miles Booth. The firm’s practice covers all criminal defense matters for clients throughout Los Angeles County and Southern California, including all felony and misdemeanor offenses, driving related matters, DUI, drug crimes, violent crimes, theft crimes, weapons offenses, domestic violence crimes, sex crimes, and expungements. The firm’s client-centered, honest communication and aggressive advocacy style have earned them their reputation. 2716 Ocean Park Blvd #2007 Santa Monica, California 90405. Questions or a request for a free consultation can be made over the phone at 424-272-1134 or via email at [email protected].
Information We Collect
In order to perform our business and provide services to our clients, Booth Law Criminal Defense may collect the following categories of information related to former, existing, and potential clients, as well as website visitors:
- Personal Information: Name, address, telephone number, email, date of birth, and other identifying information.
- Legal Information: Information about your matter, charges, legal history, and other information provided by you pertaining to your matter.
- Communications: Email messages, telephone call records, voice messages, text messages, and text records or transcripts of consultations.
- Website Data: IP Address, type of browser, device information, referring website or webpage, pages visited on our site, and other analytics data provided via our website through cookies and similar technologies.
- Payment Information: Billing address and payment information to the extent necessary to process payments or establish flexible payment options.
- Other Voluntary Information: Any other information you voluntarily provide through forms or information requests or questionnaires, through calls or in person.
Data collected is limited to that which is reasonably necessary to provide representation and communications with you and to comply with obligations imposed by law and ethics authorities.
How We Gather Your Information
Booth Law Criminal Defense gathers information in a number of ways, including through:
- Direct contact you have with us, including over the phone (424-272-1134), via email ([email protected]), through our website forms, and in-office visits;
- Your use of our website, which includes collecting certain information about you automatically as you navigate our site using cookies, web beacons, and similar tracking technologies that help us operate the web pages you visit and learn more about your interests as a customer and visitor to our site;
- Information provided to us by third parties (e.g., another attorney or law firm, law enforcement, the court(s), a referral source) about you with your knowledge or consent;
- If you set up a payment plan with us or make a payment for services, we collect certain billing information you provide us securely, via industry standard encryption practices.
We take all necessary steps to ensure that the methods we use to collect information are secure and protect your privacy.
Why We Collect and Use Your Information
The information we collect through Booth Law Criminal Defense is used only for the purposes of providing legal services, running our business, and communicating with the client. Specifically, we use the information to:
- Evaluate your case and address your specific needs in crafting a defense
- Schedule and conduct consultations whether in person, by phone, or other virtual platforms
- Communicate case developments, legal options, and case deadlines
- Prepare case filings (legal documents) and file them on your behalf
- Represent you in court and during pre and post filing negotiations
- Process fees and handle billings
- Respond to requests for information or questions
- Enhance the site, business offers, and client experiences through analytics
- Maintain the attorney-client privilege in fulfillment of our professional and ethical obligations as defined within the law.
We do not use this for unrelated marketing purposes. We will not provide you with any information pertaining to unrelated marketing efforts without your specific consent.
How We Safeguard Your Information
Booth Law Criminal Defense utilizes physical, technical, and administrative safeguards to protect your information from unauthorized access and use, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. Security measures include:
- Encrypted email and cloud storage for confidential materials
- Password-protected computer systems with updated security software
- Restricted access to office space with secure paper file storage
- Shredding services for paper files when shredding is required
- Staff training on confidentiality and data security procedures
- Adherence to attorney-client privilege formalities and California State Bar rules
We periodically review our security protocols for updates and changes as necessary to protect your information. Only authorized staff with a need-to-know your information in order to provide services will have access to your data.
Attorney-Client Privilege and Confidentiality Protections
Booth Law Criminal Defense is a law firm. Our attorneys are required to protect you by attorney-client privilege and our strict professional ethics rules. All correspondence you have with our attorneys or other staff, as well as any documents or information you supply to us for purposes of providing legal services to you, will not be disclosed outside of our firm by our attorneys or staff without your expressed consent (except to the extent required by law, such as under a court order or to prevent imminent criminal activity). Our reputation and your trust depend on maintaining the confidentiality of your case and your faith in us.
Disclosure and Sharing of Information
Booth Law Criminal Defense does not sell, rent, or share your personal information with third parties. We may disclose your personal information in the following limited circumstances:
- With your consent, including to refer you to another attorney or expert
- To courts, prosecutors, or other law enforcement authorities as necessary to represent you
- To service providers (e.g., information technology support and maintenance, payment processors) retained to assist in the operation of our business, with contractual protections ensuring maintenance of data security and confidentiality
- Where we are legally required to do so (by law, court order, or to defend against an imminent threat to life or limb)
We selectively engage third party service providers that we submit meet our standards for data protection and confidentiality.
Cookies and Other Website Tracking
We use cookies and similar technologies on our site to provide a better browsing experience and to analyze site traffic. Cookies are small text files that are placed on your browser or device to remember your preferences and provide enhanced website functionality. We use Google Analytics and other trusted analytics programs that may log anonymized information such as IP addresses, browsers used, time on webpages, etc. Cookie information is collected for internal purposes only in an effort to improve the user experience of our website and mobile applications and to provide the best service possible to our users.
You may opt out of cookies by selecting options in your browser, though doing so may limit some website functionality. We do not use cookies for advertising or to track you when you navigate through other websites. For more information, please see our Cookie Policy.
Your Rights to Your Information
Booth Law Criminal Defense respects your privacy rights with respect to personal information that you provide to us. Subject to applicable law and attorney-client privilege, you have a right to:
- Seek access to the personal information we hold about you
- Request correction or update of inaccurate personal information
- Seek deletion of your personal information, when and if permitted by applicable law and consistent with our professional responsibility to you
- Withdraw your consent to certain data uses (e.g., newsletter outreach, as permitted by applicable law)
- Ask questions, or express concerns about our use of data
To exercise these rights or otherwise make privacy-related inquiries, please contact us at [email protected] or call 424-272-1134.
Preserving and Destroying Your Information
We retain your personal information only as long as necessary to accomplish the purpose for which it is collected, to provide ongoing legal services, to comply with legal and ethical requirements, and to serve proper business needs. After your matter has been completed and all obligations are discharged, we will retain or dispose of records in accordance with California State Bar requirements and our internal policies. Physical records are destroyed by shredding. Electronic files are deleted or modified (anonymized) so that they cannot be read by unauthorized persons.
Private Information Pertaining to Minors
Our services are not directed towards persons under the age of eighteen. Booth Law Criminal Defense does not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we learn that information we have collected has been collected from a child without parental consent, we will take steps to delete such information as quickly as practicable and, if necessary, notify the guardian. If you have any reason to believe that a child provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately at [email protected].
Third Parties and Linked Websites
Links to third-party websites, legal resource centers, or service providers are provided as a convenience to you. Booth Law Criminal Defense is not responsible for the privacy practices, security, or content of such external websites. We advise you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you go to before you disclose any personal information.
Policy Modifications
We’ll update this Privacy Policy from time to time to address changes in law, legal practice, technology, or our business. Updates will be posted on this page with a new effective date. Please review this policy regularly to ensure you are up to date on how we are protecting your information. Your continued use of the services will be deemed acceptance of any updates to this policy.
How You Can Reach Out to Us
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests related to this Privacy Policy or the privacy practices of Booth Law Criminal Defense, you may contact:
Phone: 424-272-1134
Email: [email protected]
Office: 2716 Ocean Park Blvd #2007, Santa Monica, CA 90405
Office hours: Mon-Sun: 7am-9pm
We will respond to all privacy-related questions and concerns transparently and promptly.
Your Consent and Agreement
Your privacy is our primary concern. By visiting our website, or providing us with information through our forms, or by engaging us for legal services, you agree with the way we collect, use, and disclose the information you provide, as outlined herein. Your confidence in us is crucial to our attorney-client relationship. If you do not provide your consent to our Privacy Policy, then please contact us so that we can address any concerns you may have.
California-Specific Privacy Rights
As a California law firm, Booth Law Criminal Defense is subject to the requirements of the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and the applicable laws of the State of California governing privacy. Californians have defined rights to their personal information, including the right to request disclosure of the particulars of any personal information we collect, use, and disclose. They also have the right to seek deletion of such personal information (except attorney-client privilege information and that which we are required to keep), and the right to request to opt-out of any sale of their personal information (of which there is none, as Booth Law Marketing does not sell personal information).
To exercise your California privacy rights, you may reach out to [email protected] or call us at 424-272-1134.
Transborder Information Transfers
Booth Law Criminal Defense is focused on serving clients in Los Angeles County and Southern California, and our business is located in the United States; however, if you are visiting our website from outside of the United States, please note that all information you provide us may be transferred to, processed, or stored in, the United States (or any other jurisdiction where we or our third-party service providers maintain such facilities). Data protection laws in such jurisdictions might differ from the laws of your jurisdiction, and this Privacy Policy applies to such information that we may collect from you. We take suitable care to safeguard all the information in accordance with this Privacy Policy and applicable U.S. law.
Data Breach Response
In the event of a data breach involving your Sensitive Information, Booth Law Criminal Defense has implemented procedures to promptly investigate, remediate, and when required, notify affected individuals pursuant to all applicable state and federal laws. In the event of a data breach, we will inform you as soon as practicable, and identify the nature of the breach, the information implicated, the remedial steps we are taking to address the breach, and any steps you can take to protect yourself.
Scope and Applicability of this Privacy Policy
This Privacy Policy governs all personal information processed by Booth Law Criminal Defense and in connection with all services performed, web content, and business activities undertaken, to the extent that such information is received regarding our clients, prospective clients, website visitors, and service providers. This Privacy Policy does not address or apply to any personal information that we receive about other law firms, legal professionals, or third-party websites that are linked to from this site.
Commitment to Continuous Improvement in Privacy
At Booth Law Criminal Defense your privacy interests matter to us. This is not merely a legal obligation – this goes right to the heart of who we are as a law firm, and something that we take great care to honor and cultivate. Not only is this part of our approach to office security and privacy, but it is also important in the way that we communicate with our clients. We recognize how critical privacy can be for our clients when they are facing legal matters, and we commit to diligence in protecting and respecting our clients’ privacy interests. We strive, constantly, to improve our privacy protocols and measures. Your trust in choosing Booth Law Criminal Defense for your representation is something we take very seriously. If you have questions or would like more information about our privacy practices or policies, do not hesitate to contact us.