Committing Conspiracy in California In the California criminal justice system, a person can be arrested and found guilty of a crime, even if they have not fully carried out the intended crime. This article will provide a brief overview of…
Manufacturing a Controlled Substance There are certain substances that are considered to be controlled substances. Their manufacturing, selling, possession, and use is illegal in California. A lot of illegal substances fall under this category, which include meth and cocaine. This…
Failing to Register as a Sex Offender and the Consequences In California, those convicted of sex crimes must register as a sex offender. This registry must always remain up-to-date as it is an active list that the state and the…
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 appropriate offense, and this…
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 point out that incest is…
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 to commit crimes, and a…
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 one such aspect: the carrying…
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, rules, and norms when it…
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 consistent payment of money for…
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 to hurt or kill them,…