Spousal Support in California

Spousal Support in California

Spousal Support in California A divorce or separation is a difficult and complex legal process. There are many different interests that must be addressed (spouses, children, dependants) and one of the most contentious issues is spousal support. In general, spousal
Service and Being Served in the Legal Process

Service and Being Served in the Legal Process

Service and Being Served in the Legal Process When you are involved in a legal process, it is incredibly important that all parties privy to the case are made aware of any filing of paperwork with the court. This means
Committing a Burglary Offense in California

Committing a Burglary Offense in California

Committing a Burglary Offense in California In our everyday use of colloquial English, we often incorporate and use legal jargon. However, in some cases, our use of the term can be partially correct. This is the case for what is
California Law Against Rape

California Law Against Rape

California Law Against Rape California Law Against Rape, and other forms of sexual violence occurs in most cases as a result of failing to receive proper consent from the victim. Forced acts of sex violate an individual’s bodily autonomy and
Aggravated Assault Charge and Crime

Aggravated Assault Charge and Crime

Aggravated Assault Charge and Crime The penal code has criminalized the different ways in which assault can be carried out. One group of assault crimes is called aggravated assault. Aggravated assault is not in itself a single crime. This term
How to Get Ready for Court

How to Get Ready for Court

How to Get Ready for Court For all cases, going to court can be a stressful and anxious experience. To help alleviate confusion or questions, the California Courts have created a simplified section online on what to do prior to
Phone Calls Intended to Annoy Others

Phone Calls Intended to Annoy Others

Phone Calls Intended to Annoy Others Cell phones allow us to instantly communicate with each other, without having to show our faces. While most people will have stories of making prank calls to friends as children, there are laws in
Child Abuse Laws in California

Child Abuse Laws in California

Child Abuse Laws in California Being charged with abusing a child is a serious offense in California, and it carries a harsh punishment. There are several laws in the penal code that address the various forms of neglect or endangerment
Driving Under the Influence of Marijuana

Driving Under the Influence of Marijuana

Driving Under the Influence of Marijuana According to Vehicle Code 23152(f) VC, “it is unlawful for a person who is under the influence of any drug [including marijuana] to drive a vehicle.” Given that the recreational use of marijuana became
What is Annulment of a Marriage?

What is Annulment of a Marriage?

What is Annulment of a Marriage? Within culture and society, the definition of culture has changed over time, but while it is important to keep up with the social connotations of marriage, the legal definitions are equally vital to understand.
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