Can You Remain Silent?
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…
What Is Retail Theft?
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…
Plea Bargaining in California
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…
What Is Mediation?
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…
What Is Domestic Violence?
What Is Domestic Violence? Domestic violence is defined as a person being abused physically, verbally, emotionally, or psychologically by another person with whom they are in an intimate or familial relationship. This also includes…
Maximum Fine For Selling Alcohol To Minors
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…
Representations and Warranties in Contracts
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…
Laws Against Child Pornography in California
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…
Music Producer Agreements
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…