#image_title What happens in the immediate hours following an arrest is what is called the booking process. This is when your official arrest record is updated. The booking process sounds like a quick 10 minute procedure but it can really take quite awhile depending on the number of people being booked and the number of officers working. Here is what will happen: Booking 101 Your name and crime will be recorded. Your mug shot will be taken. You will undergo a full body search. Personal items and clothing will be taken. Of course, you will be given new clothing to wear. You will be fingerpri ..read more

#image_title Believe it or not, California has some of the strictest laws when it comes to pet ownership. For example, one cannot own a tiger in California, but can you believe it is legal to own one in other states? There are even some cute and furry little friends who are unwelcome as house pets. Whether these animals are exotic, endangered, dangerous to the public, and/ or a threat to native wildlife and crop, this is a short list of animals Californians may not have as house pets: Animals Californians may not have Ferrets Hedgehogs Tigers First generation of wolf dog hybrids African cla ..read more

#image_title Let’s take a little history lesson, a rather important one. In grade school, we learn about the Constitution and Bill of Rights. These rights have protected the people for over 200 years and continue to do so, so it is imperative for the people to know their rights and know if and when they are being out of line, or if they are ever abused from another party. So, do you know all ten bills? Constitution and Bill of Rights Freedom of speech, press, religion, and petition. The people are allowed to speak freely, gather with others, practice any religion (or no religion), and speak ..read more

Plea bargains are arrangements that a prosecutor and defendant enter into. Either side is allowed to propose a plea bargain, but both sides must agree to the terms before it is accepted by a judge. In most cases, the prosecutor offers the defendant a significantly smaller sentence than they would receive if the case went to trial or sometimes even reduces the charges. In exchange, the defendant must admit to their guilt. Plea bargains are an important part of the judicial system. Not only do they provide you with an opportunity to accept a less severe sentence than you may get from a judge if ..read more

Many people have made a career out of posting TikTok videos. They have used their videos to build brands, become influencers, and even launch marketing/acting/singing careers. Anyone who has worked to build a successful TikTok platform knows exactly how much thought and effort go into the creation of each video. As their platform grows, they have also discovered how highly prized a good video and even an entire account is to people who want the success of a TikTok platform but who aren’t willing to actually create one of their own. The surge of TikTok videos and even accounts that are getting ..read more

Anyone who has ever been on probation knows that it is a strange situation. No, you’re not in jail, and that’s a good thing, but at the same time, your life isn’t your own, either. Depending on the terms of your probation, you must make regular meetings with your probation officer; you may struggle with travel restrictions. There’s a good chance that you have to submit to a surprise drug screening. You may even be required to attend classes for things like substance abuse or anger management. Now, in addition to everything else, you have learned that you may have to submit to warrantless vehi ..read more

Bail can be costly. When it’s more than what you can afford, you can contact Fresno Bail Bonds and apply for a bail bond. The fee for the bail bond is precisely 10% of the size of the bail bond you require. The bail bond fee must be paid by cash, a check, or a credit card. Collateral comes into the picture when the size of the bail bond or something about your case makes us decide that we need something to secure the bond. If you fail to make it to court when you’re supposed to, we keep the item you used as collateral. If you’re wondering what you could use for collateral, here’s a descriptio ..read more

You should take your arraignment very seriously. Not only is it the first time you’ll formally hear the charges you face and get to tell the court that you’re innocent or guilty, but it is also when the judge determines if you’ll be granted bail, how high that bail will be, and if any restrictions are attached to your release from jail. While it’s very important to ensure you’re prepared for your arraignment, you also only have a little time to prepare. The arraignment should occur no less than 48 business hours after your arrest. In many cases, it takes even less time for you to be arraigned ..read more

Wouldn’t it be great if you could simply purchase a vehicle and start driving it? Sadly, that’s not how things work. Buying a new or used car is only the first step in equipping yourself with new transportation. Before legally commuting in it, you need to transfer the vehicle title into your name and ensure it’s fully registered and insured. Transferring the title is a key component to getting a different vehicle in California. It’s a mandatory transaction. Until the title has been transferred, the state does not consider you the vehicle’s owner. As far as they are concerned, the vehicle is s ..read more

Losing a loved one is always a devastating ordeal. Between dealing with your grief and handling all the things like contacting family and arranging a funeral, there are many things to handle. Individuals who have never been through the process often don’t realize how many practical tasks must be sorted through in the aftermath of their loss. Many things you’ll have tend to require a copy of the death certificate. Several entities expect you to contact them to alert them to a loved one’s passing. This includes: Some government agencies Insurance companies Financial institutions None of these ..read more