California Law
Posted in California Law,Sex Crimes on June 9, 2022
Being falsely accused of any crime can be devastating—but if you are falsely accused of child molestation, the situation becomes even more harrowing. Despite the anger and embarrassment you may feel, you must focus on disproving the charges against you and formulating your defense. Your very liberty depends upon it. Hiring a seasoned and knowledgeable…
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Posted in California Law,Sex Crimes on June 9, 2022
The act of sending sexually suggestive or nude images via an electronic device is known as sexting, and it can be illegal if teens are involved. Sexting usually occurs via text messages or social media platforms but can also be carried out via email or other electronic means. Teenagers, most of which are minors, commonly…
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Posted in California Law,Criminal Defense on June 9, 2022
Blackmail, the common term for extortion, is a serious crime in the state of California. If convicted, defendants risk time behind bars and significant fines. Under California Penal Code, blackmail and extortion are one in the same and thus governed by the state’s extortion laws. If you are facing a blackmail charge, you need to…
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Posted in California Law on May 31, 2022
Self-assembled or otherwise privately made firearms or so-called “ghost” guns are not illegal to own in the state of California, provided the owner goes through the process to register the ghost gun with the California Department of Justice (DOJ). Laws requiring these guns to be registered were passed in 2018. Up until that time, guns…
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Posted in California Law,Criminal Defense on May 8, 2022
You risk being charged with a gun crime if you carry a loaded gun in your car in California. As a rule, the only way that you can legally transport a firearm in California is if the firearm is unloaded and either locked in the trunk or inside a container inside the vehicle. Whether as…
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Posted in California Law on May 5, 2022
If you are convicted of a crime, it can affect your Second Amendment right to bear arms. In the state of California, convicted felons will lose their right to own or possess a gun. Furthermore, California is notoriously tough when it comes to guns, and its gun laws are among the strictest in the United…
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Posted in California Law,Criminal Defense on March 21, 2022
If you find yourself involved in an incident involving pepper spray in California, the legal ramifications could be complicated. That is because it is legal to purchase, own, and use pepper spray if used in self-defense, which can be subjectively arguable from case to case. It is essential to understand the more specific details and…
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Posted in California Law on March 15, 2022
All citizens of California have a legal right to protect themselves and the lives of their families, which includes the purchasing and wearing of bulletproof vests. Those who have been convicted of a felony, however, cannot purchase a bulletproof vest online or in person. While it is also legal to sell bulletproof vests and other…
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Posted in California Law on March 2, 2022
Protecting yourself and your loved ones is vital now more than ever, and carrying a stun gun may be the safer way to do it. In California, it is legal to purchase, own, and carry stun guns in most places and situations, but do you know everything you need to know about these weapons to…
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Posted in Assault FAQ'S,California Law,Sex Crimes on February 28, 2022
The simplest way of defining the term date rape is sexual assault perpetrated by an acquaintance similar to date is still rape. You will find that most states do not use the word “rape” anymore but rather refer to it as a sexual assault, battery, or conduct crime. Regardless of how it is labeled though,…
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