Disorderly Conduct Crimes In some states, disorderly conduct can be an umbrella term for sets of crimes that disturb peace or create reckless conditions. While that may seem broad and far too general, there areDisorderly Conduct Crimes
Establishing Paternity through the Legal System There are many instances in which the parentage of a child is important. Most people assume that paternity is established when a child wishes to know who their biologicalEstablishing Paternity through the Legal System
Seeking Emancipation as a Minor in California In most cases, children benefit from receiving support and remaining under the custody of their parents until they reach 18 years of age. However, for some minors, itSeeking Emancipation as a Minor in California
According to California Penal Code 424, the misappropriation of public funds is a serious offense. The aforementioned appropriation is defined as someone in public office, responsible for a certain fund, unlawfully misusing those funds. InWhat is Misappropriation of Public Funds?
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 isCommitting a Burglary Offense in California
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 violateCalifornia Law Against Rape
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 itselfAggravated Assault Charge and Crime
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 asPhone Calls Intended to Annoy Others
Receiving an Infraction Following a Crime The articles we include on criminal law topics usually end with punishments like misdemeanor or felony convictions. Fines can be paid, and some can be forced to attend programsReceiving an Infraction Following a Crime
