California Law
Posted in California Law,General FAQ'S,Sentencing on February 13, 2022
It is heavily suggested to all of those who intend to make a claim that they fully understand the amount of time in which they are able to file said claim or lawsuit. This is, by definition, a statute of limitation. Statutes of limitation vary by state, meaning that understanding those that exist under California…
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Posted in California Law,Criminal Defense,Drug FAQ'S on February 10, 2022
The majority of drug crimes in California rely on controlled substances being involved. However, you may not be sure what a controlled substance is or why you are being charged with a drug offense in the first place. Controlled substances are illegal for individuals to possess or consume under state and federal law. When you…
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Posted in California Law,Sex Crimes,Sex Offender FAQs on February 7, 2022
Sexually engaging with a minor in any capacity is a grave crime in California, easily met with harsh fines and hefty prison sentences. Sometimes, criminals toying with the potential of physically engaging with a minor test the opportunity to do so over the internet – effectively attempting to seduce the underage child. What they may…
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Posted in California Law,Drug FAQ'S on February 3, 2022
The state of California may be progressive in its marijuana laws, but that does not mean you cannot be arrested for marijuana-related crimes. California marijuana laws can be complex, and if you find yourself facing criminal charges, you could be subject to harsh penalties. Make sure you understand how California’s marijuana laws work and how…
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Posted in California Law,Criminal Defense,Statistics on January 21, 2022
The state of California defines child neglect as either general or severe. General neglect occurs when a parent, guardian, or caretaker fails to provide the child with adequate food, clothing, shelter, or supervision, but the child has not been physically injured. Severe neglect occurs when a child’s health is endangered, such as when a child…
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Posted in California Law,General FAQ'S,Sex Crimes,Sex Offender FAQs on January 18, 2022
Under California Penal Code 314, you are prohibited from exposing your private parts in public to anyone who might be offended or annoyed. In order for the action to fall under this law, the defendant must have acted in a manner intended to draw attention to their private parts to offend someone else or for…
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Posted in California Law,Juvenile Crimes,Sex Crimes on January 13, 2022
Child neglect and abuse are defined differently in each state. The definition of these terms is of most concern to friends and family of a child they suspect is being abused. Before assessing a case of child neglect, it is recommended that those investigating child abuse recognize that it can be perpetrated by anyone –…
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Posted in California Law,Drug FAQ'S on July 22, 2021
Most people have heard that drugs are “classified” on certain schedules. However, it can be confusing to understand exactly what this drug schedule classification means. In 1970, the federal government passed the Controlled Substances Act in response to the growing drug epidemic in the US. This Act established five separate drug classifications (schedules). What are…
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Posted in California Law,Criminal Defense on July 8, 2021
It is likely that you have heard the term “accessory after the fact,” as this is a favorite of TV shows and movies. Often, you will see a law enforcement official threatening to charge someone with accessory after the fact if they are hiding someone who is committed a crime. The reality is that Penal…
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Posted in California Law,Criminal Defense,General FAQ'S on June 17, 2021
There is often confusion about the difference between parole and probation, particularly because these two words are thrown around together so often. We do want to stress that parole and probation are different, and it is critically important for any person facing either of these to understand what will happen moving forward. Here, we want…
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