Being charged with any crime can be a jarring experience. You may have many questions about the criminal justice process ahead, as well as what potential penalties and other consequences you face. In California, you likely face either misdemeanor or felony charges....
Year: 2020
How serious is vandalism as a crime?
In California, there are laws in place to prevent vandalism. Unfortunately, it still occurs. Vandalizing property is a common crime among youths who do not understand the severity of it. However, just how serious are criminal charges for vandalism? First, it is...
The relationship between poverty and crime
When most people refer to the relationship between poverty and crime in California, they mean violent crime. After all, many of the white-collar crime stories that make the news involve people making six-figure salaries and who often hold otherwise respectable...
Suspect before judge in horrific attempted murder and kidnapping case
In the time immediately following a murder or attempted murder, law enforcement works quickly to bring in a suspect. The hunt for a suspect is often dependent upon victim statements and help from the public, which is exactly what occurred in a recent California case....