According to the Innocence Project, up to 6% of people in prison were wrongfully convicted. Criminal convictions impact your future, but you can sometimes challenge the conviction or your sentence. Imagine a future filled with possibilities, unburdened by the weight...
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Year: 2023
Four things you should consider when facing embezzlement charges
Embezzlement involves illegally retaining entrusted property, including money, from an individual or entity. Unlike theft, someone who embezzles has an established responsibility to act on behalf of the other party. These accusations can be daunting, but you can...
Can you refuse to provide DNA following an arrest?
Following an arrest, knowing and protecting your rights regarding DNA collection is necessary to ensure that police handle your case fairly and properly. Even if an officer asks you to provide a DNA sample as part of your detainment, it is not mandatory to comply in...
How can I restore my gun rights after a felony conviction?
According to the California Department of Justice, about 61.4% of all arrests for felony charges ended with a conviction in 2022. A felony conviction has wide-reaching consequences. One of those is losing firearm rights. For individuals in California looking to regain...
Reduce the impact of your criminal history in custody cases
Child custody cases in California can be complex and charged with emotion. When a parent has a criminal history, it can affect the outcome of the case. However, there are steps you can take to reduce the role of your criminal history in child custody divorce cases,...
Why false accusations of domestic violence may occur
Accusations of domestic violence are serious and often have immense consequences for all parties. Many times, they are genuine, but false accusations can occur. They can greatly impact a person's mental and emotional well-being. It may help to have insight into why...
How can you approach co-parenting with your former spouse?
Most parents find co-parenting to be a challenging endeavor; however, if you want to have a stable foundation for your children, you need to have a clear co-parenting plan. To successfully co-parent, you have to communicate and merge your parenting styles to focus on...
How license suspension affects parents owing child support
Having a driver's license allows people to drive legally and independently. However, if a parent fails to pay child support, their driver's license can become suspended. This can have significant consequences for the parent and their ability to fulfill their...
How has criminal justice reform impacted drug convictions?
In 2021, the California Department of Justice announced a 7.9% decrease in felony drug arrests. Some within the system and government credit criminal justice reform with the lower numbers. The state has gone through some major overhauls, especially concerning how it...
How social media can impact child custody in California
Social media is an integral part of our lives, connecting us to friends, family and the world at large. In addition to helping make personal connections, social media posts can play a significant role in legal matters such as child custody cases in California. The way...