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...
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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....
What is criminal identity theft?
California residents are likely very familiar with the concept of identity theft. Defined as willfully taking another person’s identifying information and using it without obtaining their consent, identity theft can include anything from applying for a credit card to...
Are there racial disparities in traffic stops and searches?
It sometimes seems that people who are African American or Hispanic are more likely to get pulled over by the authorities, not only in California but across the country. If you have ever felt unfairly targeted, you should know that published research demonstrates...
What is inadmissible evidence?
When building your criminal defense, a lot of your defense team's focus will be on the evidence. Your attorney not only must develop a catalog of evidence, but also must discover what evidence the prosecution will present in the California criminal court. Your...
Can drowsy driving result in criminal charges?
Driving under the influence often makes more headlines in California, but drowsy driving can be just as dangerous. There are many reasons people drive drowsy whether from a lack of sleep or the side effects of a medicine. While in many cases drowsy driving does not...
Investigation: Breath testing machines plagued with problems
Each year in the U.S., about a million people are arrested for drunk driving, usually based on the result of a breathalyzer test. Here in California, the result of that test is admissible against you in court. But what if the breath testing machine wasn’t set up or...
The importance of exercising the right to remain silent
Most people across California likely know about their right to remain silent. Whether from criminal justice TV shows or a previous encounter with the police, this line from the Miranda rights is one of the most commonly known. However, understanding this right and...
Why an estate plan is critical for new homeowners
Buying a home can be a very exciting and stressful step in your life, as it is likely one of the most significant financial investments you have made. Protecting this investment becomes that much more critical as you get older or build a family and want to leave your...
Do you have this critical aspect of long-term care planning?
As you are creating an estate plan in California, there are many details to go over and important decisions to make. Whether you are young or old, you must make tough decisions about guardians, beneficiaries and trusts. One other important decision that can often get...