What Is Plea Bargaining?
What Is Plea Bargaining? In the criminal justice system, many convictions do not receive full trials. In fact, only fewer than ten percent of cases go to trial. The rest will experience some form… What Is Plea Bargaining?
Screenwriters: Why You Need a Lawyer
In creative fields, the projects you create can originally come from other source material, but the inspiration behind them are unique to your imagination. As such, there is a natural tendency to want to ensure… Screenwriters: Why You Need a Lawyer
Law Against Attempted Murder
When someone is killed, the prosecution must decide on the charge they will pursue against the defendant and this will depend on the context of the crime. There are varying degrees of murder or manslaughter,… Law Against Attempted Murder
Boating Under the Influence
You often hear about driving under the influence (DUI) charges for someone who is under the influence of drugs or alcohol and operating a motor vehicle. However, many do not realize that operating a boat… Boating Under the Influence
What is Defined as Date Rape?
What is Defined as Date Rape? The term “date rape” refers to non-consensual sexual activity and is a version of rape as defined under Penal Code 261 PC. This rape can occur between individuals who… What is Defined as Date Rape?
What is Extortion Crime in California
What is Extortion Crime in California Extortion, also popularly known as blackmail, can occur under California Penal Code 518 PC with the following: using force or threat to a) extort money or property from a… What is Extortion Crime in California
The Crime of Statutory Rape
The California criminal justice system has several protections and punishments against crimes of rape. Sadly, various forms of rape can occur, and the topic of this article will be statutory rape. According to California Penal… The Crime of Statutory Rape
Fraud Through Gambling in California
The criminal code deals with various forms of fraud as it delineates and prohibits fraudulent actions committed in many different contexts. The focus of this article will be fraud through methods of gaming or gambling.… Fraud Through Gambling in California
Defamation Laws in California
When watching TV shows, especially courtroom or legal dramas, you will notice that characters will use the words slander or libel when referring to false statements about themselves or their companies. These are real legal… Defamation Laws in California