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Some states treat DUIs and DWIs differently as far as the type of crime they are and what penalties might be relevant if you’re convicted. California doesn’t treat them differently and, in fact, refers to any type of driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol as a type of DUI. When you face any [...]
Many people tend to lump together escorts and prostitution. Some may use the two words interchangeably. But these two are very distinct under California's state law, one being legal and the other illegal. It, however, may be challenging to know where you stand in a legal sense if you offer these services, especially if you [...]
Reckless driving in Orange County is a pretty serious offense with harsh penalties. You could face long-term consequences even as a first offense. If you are faced with a reckless driving case in Orange County, you will need an experienced Orange County criminal defense attorney. Motorists who attempt to manage a California reckless driving charge [...]
Being charged with Driving Under the Influence of Alcohol or Drugs (DUI) can be intimidating and distressing, especially if it’s your first time brushing with the law. In California, a DUI is a serious criminal charge that can easily damage your life and reputation. However, it isn’t impossible to fight such charges and win. With [...]
A murder accusation in California is a serious charge. If convicted, the accused will certainly end up in a maximum-security prison, which is reserved for the most dangerous felon convicts in the state. Murder is a violent felony that is applied to California’s three-strikes law. Apart from harsh penalties, you may end up with enhanced [...]
Penal Code Section 422 forbids California residents from criminally threatening another person. The crime can be charged as a felony or as a misdemeanor. And even as a misdemeanor, the offense comes with some serious consequences. Defending oneself is the best way to avoid being confined and paying hefty fines. It is essential to align [...]
Forgery happens in many forms. It could be a simple act of filing false insurance claims, writing a will without authorization, or dealing with fraudulent checks. While forgery isn't a violent crime, it might be considered an offense of moral turpitude. The forgery laws in California seek to punish convicts of this crime seriously. If [...]
Anyone can be charged for kidnapping in California even without conscious criminal intent. This offense has been addressed by several federal and state statutes. In Orange County, kidnapping is a felony and a violent crime punishable by hefty fines and prolonged prison times. Your best bet is a strategic defense from an Orange County criminal [...]
The soaring use of computers and mobile phones comes with the risk of cybercrimes. Laws of the United States and the State of California have provisions that criminalize certain computer-related activities. Unfortunately, many innocent people have been accused and penalized for cyber crimes they did not commit. For instance, someone else might have used your [...]
California is arguably known for being one of the states with very stringent regulations on weapons. Contravening any statute on who can possess or control legal weapons, weapons that are outrightly illegal or illegal modifications, can have serious consequences. If you have been accused of contravening these laws, an Orange County criminal defense lawyer can [...]
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