Reducing a Felony Conviction in California Some offenses in California are considered ‘wobbler’ offenses, which means the crime can either be a felony or misdemeanor offense. It is up to the prosecutor to decide on… 

The Criminal Nature of Incest You may already know that incest is a cultural taboo and frowned upon due to the potential for birth defects between partners engaged in incest, but it is important to… 

Law Against Contacting a Minor to Commit a Felony There are many different laws in place to protect the security and well-being of minors in California. There are laws against committing felonies against minors, attempting… 

Carrying a Loaded Firearm in California Public Spaces The state of California has several laws and limitations on the owning, carrying, and use of weapons, such as firearms. This article will take a look at… 

Self-Representation in Criminal Matters As we have always stated in our articles, criminal cases and legal issues can be quite complex and difficult to understand. Furthermore, lay people may not be aware of certain procedures,… 

How Does Child Support Work in California? During or following a separation/divorce, parents are still required to ensure the well-being of their children. One of such ways is through child support. Child support is the… 

False Crime Reports Recently, videos posted to social media have shown individuals intentionally calling 911 in order to make false police reports. For example, a person calls the police and says another individual is threatening… 

Pursuing a Civil Lawsuit for Assault and Battery In California, certain legal issues can go through both the criminal justice and the civil system. That means an individual accused of a crime can face both… 

Committing a Hate Crime in California Within the criminal code, the state of California has a set of crimes that specifically deal with hate crimes. Our rights and freedoms protect against hate speech if it…