Can You Remain Silent? Yes. In the US, you have a constitutional right to remain silent. You do not have to give an explanation of why you are not speaking, simply say “I want to remain silent.” You are… 
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Can You Remain Silent? Yes. In the US, you have a constitutional right to remain silent. You do not have to give an explanation of why you are not speaking, simply say “I want to remain silent.” You are… 
What Is Retail Theft? Retail theft – or shoplifting – is when a person will “feloniously steal, take, carry, lead, or drive away the personal property of another” (Cal. Pen. Code § 484). These individuals usually take items from… 
One of the tools used in the criminal system is a plea bargain. However, while plea bargains have proved effective in some cases, they do not come without controversy either. First to define, a plea bargain is an agreement between… 
Mediation is a dispute-resolving process that includes a neutral third party, or mediator. The two opposing parties are not given a judgement by the mediator, but rather the mediator acts as an aid and facilitator of communication in order to… 
Maximum Fine For Selling Alcohol To Minors Under the California Penal Code (CPC) 25658, supplying minors (defined as an individual younger than 21 years old) with alcohol is a misdemeanor offence. This includes either selling the alcohol to the… 
There are many different mechanisms, provisions, and clauses in a contract that parties to the same must be aware of. One of such contractual mechanisms are representations and warranties. These important aspects of contracts deal with the distribution of risk.… 
There are many protections under California law meant to ensure the safety of minors and apprehend those who violate such laws. One of these measures is the active pursuing of those who deal with child pornography. The California penal code… 
When a single or an album is being marketed, most people only know of it because of the artist or the band performing the music. Many are not aware that most of the work behind a piece of music is… 
Sexual Harassment in the Workplace With the recent #metoo and #timesup movements following sexual assault scandals in Hollywood, many industries are having the necessary discussions on sexual harassment in the workplace. California deals with sexual harassment with its own state-level… 