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1d ago
Domestic violence (DV) cases are a serious issue that affects many people and families in Los Angeles. When DV occurs, it's essential to understand the legal process and whether they are considered public records. Let's review the accessibility of domestic violence case records in California and how they can impact anyone ..read more
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6d ago
Under California law, police are required to collect DNA samples from anyone arrested on suspicion of a felony crime. California maintains a DNA database for felons and people arrested for felonies. California voters passed Proposition 69, the "DNA Fingerprint, Unsolved Crime, and Innocence Protection Act, " to expand and ..read more
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1w ago
A "Watson murder" is a DUI causing someone's death in California. Its name comes from a 1981 Supreme Court case called "People v. Watson." In this landmark case, the court established that a DUI driver who causes a fatal accident can be charged with Penal Code 187 second-degree murder if the driver acted with implied malice ..read more
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1M ago
Staying informed about California's restraining orders, laws, and procedures is crucial. These court orders, known as ROs, are designed to protect individuals from harassment, threats, violence, or other forms of abuse. The laws and procedures on restraining orders are constantly evolving, making it essential to stay informed ..read more
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2M ago
You can violate California Penal Code 261 PC rape law if you have non-consensual sexual intercourse with someone using physical force or threats. To consent, someone must act freely and voluntarily and know the nature of the act. Sexual intercourse generally means any sexual penetration, no matter how slight ..read more
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2M ago
A common question is whether California has a "Romeo and Juliet" law, which says it's not always a crime to have sex with a minor. The primary purpose of this law is to have an exception for close-in-age young people to have sex without committing a crime. Many states have Romeo and Juliet laws that generally say that ..read more
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2M ago
Let's review a common question of which self-defense weapons are permissible in California. All states recognize the right to self-defense, but there are limits on the weapons a person can legally possess. Sometimes, people find themselves in legal trouble over firearm-related matters, so it's essential to understand the ..read more
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2M ago
In California, the age of consent plays a crucial role in determining when somebody is legally able to give their consent to engage in sexual activities. California's strict age of consent rule is frequently misunderstood or ignored, eventually leading to serious legal consequences. The age of consent is 18 years of age ..read more
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3M ago
Typically, after you plead guilty to a criminal offense in California, the terms of the agreement are binding, and you are not allowed to back out of the plea deal because you have changed your mind. Notably, however, there are limited situations where a plea bargain can be reversed in criminal cases recognized under ..read more
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3M ago
In drug-related criminal cases, "intent to distribute" controlled substances can often be proven with direct or circumstantial evidence. Sometimes, police will have direct evidence, such as you selling drugs to undercover police officers or your statements that you have drugs for sale. However, most drug-related criminal ..read more