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PC 422: Criminal Threats
California Penal Code 422 deals with criminal threats, also sometimes called terroristic threats. As you might imagine, law enforcement and the courts take these charges very seriously, and a person who is convicted of making criminal threats against another person, a company such as a former employer, or a government agency, can face serious… Read More »
California Penal Code 667.71: What It Means to Be a Habitual Sexual Offender
Sexual offenses are taken very seriously, and California has specific provisions addressing habitual sexual offenders. One such provision is California Penal Code 667.71, also referred to as the “Habitual Sexual Offender” law. This blog is a brief overview and should not be considered legal advice. For personalized legal guidance in San Bernardino County, contact… Read More »
PC 311.1: Possession of Child Pornography
The penal laws are strict when it comes to issues of sex involving minors. Even possession of material that depicts a person under the age of 18 simulating sexual conduct can send a person to prison for years. On top of any sentence to incarceration or fine (up to $10,000), a person convicted of… Read More »
Expunging a Criminal Record Under Section 1203.4 of the California Penal Code
Having the ability to get a criminal record sealed or expunged is a dream for many Californians who have long since served their time in prison or completed their probation sentence yet remain burdened by the existence of a criminal record. As any ex-convict knows, a criminal record is a major barrier to obtaining… Read More »
Defending Against DUI Charges in California
Dealing with a DUI arrest can undoubtedly be stressful. However, it’s important to note that an arrest doesn’t necessarily result in a conviction. There are a variety of defense strategies that an experienced California criminal defense attorney can employ to challenge DUI charges effectively. If you have been arrested or charged with DUI in… Read More »
Defending Against DUI Charges in California
Dealing with a DUI arrest can undoubtedly be stressful. However, it’s important to note that an arrest doesn’t necessarily result in a conviction. There are a variety of defense strategies that an experienced California criminal defense attorney can employ to challenge DUI charges effectively. If you have been arrested or charged with DUI in… Read More »
California Penal Code Section 273.5: Injury to Spouse / Domestic Violence
California Penal Code section 273.5 criminalizes violence against a spouse, cohabitant, or romantic partner. The statute is used to prosecute alleged perpetrators of domestic violence. Domestic violence is a very serious crime in California, carrying a mandatory prison sentence and hefty fines. If you have been accused of domestic violence under section 273.5, you… Read More »
Top Defenses for Fighting a DUI case in California
Even a first-time conviction for driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs (DUI) can lead to a suspended license, hundreds of dollars in fines, and months in jail. Multiple offenses can lead to more severe penalties. If you’ve been arrested for DUI in California, you might have several defenses available to you. Continue… Read More »
How to be Removed from the Sex Offender Registry in California
Last year, California modified its sex offender registration laws, with the new law taking effect at the start of 2021. Many offenders will now face registration for ten or twenty years rather than lifetime registration. In fact, criminal justice scholars and officials estimate that 90 percent of California sex offenders will no longer have… Read More »
Changes to California’s Sex Offender Registration Law
One of the most serious consequences of conviction for sex offenses in California is the sex offender registry. Anyone convicted of a serious sex crime must register as a sex offender. If they move, they have to update local law enforcement agencies while residing in the state or working in the state. Registration has… Read More »