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Domestic Violence FAQ’S

When Is It Considered “Willfully” If You Have Been Arrested For Assault On A Child 8 Years Old Or Under Resulting In Death (PC 273ab(a)) In Riverside County Or Orange County?

Posted in Domestic Violence FAQ'S on May 12, 2015

Someone commits an act “willfully” under PC 273ab(a) when he or she does it willingly or on purpose. It is not required that he or she intend to break the law, hurt someone else, or gain any advantage. If you, or a family member has been arrested for Assault on a Child 8 Years Old…

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Contributing To The Delinquency Of A Minor (PC 272(a)(1)) In Riverside County Or Orange County

Posted in Domestic Violence FAQ'S on May 5, 2015

Contributing To The Delinquency Of A Minor (PC 272(a)(1)) Defense Attorney In Riverside Or Orange County PC 272(a)(1) is commonly known as Contributing to the Delinquency of a Minor in California. To prove that a defendant is guilty of PC 272(a)(1) the prosecutor must prove two things: 1. The defendant committed an act or failed…

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What Types Of Defenses Can An Attorney Use If You Are Facing Charges In Riverside County Or Orange County For Contributing To The Delinquency Of A Minor (PC 272(a)(1))?

Posted in Domestic Violence FAQ'S on May 5, 2015

Domestic Violence Defense Attorney For Those Charged With Contributing To The Delinquency Of A Minor (PC 272(a)(1)) In Riverside Or Orange County First and foremost, a prosecutor must prove each and every element of their case beyond a reasonable doubt to a jury. Typically, PC 272(a)(1) defenses fall into one of three categories: False Allegations:…

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What Is Considered A “Delinquent Child” If You Are Arrested For Contributing To The Delinquency Of A Minor (PC 272(a)(1)) In Riverside County Or Orange County?

Posted in Domestic Violence FAQ'S on May 5, 2015

A “delinquent child” under PC 272(a)(1) is a minor whom a court has found to have committed a crime, violated a curfew based solely on age, or whom persistently or habitually refuses to obey the reasonable and proper orders or directions or his or her parents or guardians, or who is beyond the control of…

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What Is Considered To Be “Criminal Negligence” If You Have Been Arrested For Contributing To The Delinquency Of A Minor (PC 272(a)(1)) In Riverside County Or Orange County

Posted in Domestic Violence FAQ'S on May 5, 2015

A person acts with “criminal negligence” under PC 272(a)(1) when: (1) He or she acts in a reckless way that creates a high risk of death or great bodily injury AND (2) A reasonable person would have known that acting in that way would create such a risk In other words, a person acts with…

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Is Contributing To The Delinquency Of A Minor (PC 272(a)(1)) A Misdemeanor Or Felony In Riverside Or Orange County??

Posted in Domestic Violence FAQ'S on May 5, 2015

In California, PC 272(a)(1) / Contributing to the Delinquency of a Minor is always a Misdemeanor. This means that by law, it can only be charged as a misdemeanor, and cannot ever be elevated to a Felony. However, if there are related possible charges that CAN be filed as a Felony, that is always something…

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What Is The Punishment For Contributing To The Delinquency Of A Minor (PC 272(a)(1)) In Riverside County Or Orange County, California?

Posted in Domestic Violence FAQ'S on May 5, 2015

The penalties for Contributing to the Delinquency of a Minor are: • Up to 1 year in jail • Up to $2,500 in fines • Criminal Protective Order (Restraining Order) • Up to 5 years of Summary (informal) probation • Parenting Classes • Restitution If you, or a family member has been arrested for Contributing…

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Is Contributing To The Delinquency Of A Minor (PC 272(a)(1)) A “Strike” In Riverside County Or Orange County, California?

Posted in Domestic Violence FAQ'S on May 5, 2015

No. A misdemeanor conviction under Penal Code 272(a)(1) / Contributing to the Delinquency of a Minor is not a “Strike” under California’s Three Strikes Law. If you, or a family member has been arrested for Contributing to the Delinquency of a Minor (PC 272(a)(1)) in Riverside County or Orange County, call Criminal Defense Attorney Graham…

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Infliction Of Cruel Or Inhuman Corporal Punishment On A Child (PC 273d(a)) In Riverside County Or Orange County

Posted in Domestic Violence FAQ'S on April 30, 2015

Infliction Of Cruel Or Inhuman Corporal Punishment On A Child Defense Lawyer In Riverside Or Orange County PC 273d(a) is commonly known Infliction of Cruel or Inhuman Corporal Punishment on a Child in California. To prove that a defendant is guilty of PC 273d(a) the prosecutor must prove three things: 1. The defendant willfully inflicted…

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What Types Of Defenses Can An Attorney Use If You Are Facing Charges In Riverside County Or Orange County For Infliction Of Cruel Or Inhuman Corporal Punishment On A Child (PC 273d(a))?

Posted in Domestic Violence FAQ'S on April 30, 2015

Riverside & Orange County Domestic Violence Defense Attorney For Those Arrested On Infliction Of Cruel Or Inhuman Corporal Punishment On A Child (PC 273d(a)) Charges First and foremost, a prosecutor must prove each and every element of their case beyond a reasonable doubt to a jury. Typically, PC 273d(a) defenses fall into one of four…

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