Money by Gambling Fraud
Money by Gambling Fraud While there are some legal forms of gambling in California, using gambling as a scheme to defraud another individual of their money is considered to be a crime of theft. According…
Drinking Alcohol While Driving
Drinking Alcohol While Driving Much like there are warnings on certain prescription medications that while under the influence of the medicine you cannot operate heavy machinery, the same can be said of alcohol consumption. Alcohol…
Statutory Rape
Statutory Rape Among the various sex crimes, California Penal Code 261.5 PC specifically addresses statutory rape. This crime occurs when an individual, who is over the age of consent, has sexual intercourse with another individual…
Copyright Law In California
Copyright Law In California One of the most important things a creator has to be aware of is how to protect their piece of work. Knockoffs and cheap imitations drown the market of any…
Lewd Acts In Public
Lewd Acts In Public In California, Penal Code 647(a) specifies punishments for committing lewd acts or soliciting someone else to perform it while in public or someplace within public view. There are several ideas…
Possession for Sale
Possession for Sale In California, it is illegal to simply possess certain controlled substances, but the state code goes further by also punishing those who possess illegal substances so that they can sell them. According…
Requesting a Change in Child Support Order
Requesting a Change in Child Support Order When involved in a family law matter, the presence of children can necessitate having a child support order. This order will require one parent to provide financially support…
Planting or Tampering with Evidence
Planting or Tampering with Evidence The criminal justice system depends on the presentation of evidence in order to prove the guilt of a defendant (or claims) by meeting a set burden. Such a reliance requires…
Criminal Law Against Committing Revenge Porn
Criminal Law Against Committing Revenge Porn When people are engaging in sexual acts, they may consent to recording (in the form of a video or photos) the acts. The individuals involved may decide to no…