May 30, 2022
There are three types of criminal cases in California: infractions, misdemeanors, and felonies. They cover different offenses and there are different potential penalties for each. If you’re unsure as to which is which, here’s a rundown of the three...
May 25, 2022
Cannabis, also known as marijuana, has been decriminalized in California for several years now. However, this doesn’t mean you can’t be arrested and charged with a cannabis crime in California. Knowing what’s legal and what’s not when it comes...
May 20, 2022
In California, domestic violence is described as abuse committed against someone by another person who is: A current or former spouse or domestic partner A current or former cohabitant Someone with whom they’ve had a child Someone with whom they have a current...
May 17, 2022
If you have been charged and convicted of a felony offense in California, the judge will consider the mitigating and aggravating factors in your case when determining your punishment. What are aggravating and mitigating factors? Mitigating factors work in a...
May 12, 2022
Identity theft is a growing problem in California. According to the latest statistics from the Insurance Information Institute, there were 391,517 reports of identity theft in California in 2021. Identity theft costs victims and businesses billions each year. In...
May 5, 2022
The phrase “assault and battery” doesn’t refer to a single offense, but two. The two words are often used together because in most cases, offenders are charged with both. However, under California law assault and battery are two separate crimes...
Apr 21, 2022
If you’ve been charged with embezzlement in Orange County, CA, it’s important to take immediate steps to protect your rights. Embezzlement and other white-collar crimes are taken very seriously in California. Depending on the circumstances, you could find...
Apr 13, 2022
Nobody wants to be involved in a car accident. Car accidents can cause thousands of dollars in property damage as well as severe, sometimes fatal injuries to those involved. The at-fault driver could be on the hook to pay for both property and personal injury damages....
Apr 8, 2022
Even a “minor” violation of the state’s vehicle codes, like speeding, distracted driving, tailgating, or failing to make a full stop, can have a major impact on your life. Don’t pay a ticket just to make it go away. If you received a ticket for...
Mar 28, 2022
California state law defines shoplifting as entering a commercial establishment during regular open business hours with the intent to commit larceny, where the value of the property that is taken or intended to be taken does not exceed nine hundred fifty dollars...
