It can be incredibly stressful when California police arrive at your home to execute a search warrant. The situation becomes even more agitated if they end up damaging your property during the process. You may wonder what your rights are and what recourse you have in...
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Reasons the police could charge you with cybercrime in California
Because people are more connected than ever before, there are growing numbers of crimes related to connectivity, known as cybercrimes. Cybercrime involves offenses committed using computers, digital devices or the internet. In California, there are several ways the...
When family disputes can lead to a domestic violence charges
Family disputes can sometimes escalate, leading to heated confrontations. While disagreements are natural in any relationship, it is important to understand when such confrontations cross the line and can result in a domestic violence charge. In many jurisdictions,...
A look at postconviction remedies
A person convicted of a criminal offense might believe he or she has exhausted all options for justice. However, several avenues still exist for a charged person to argue the merits of a case. A successful legal case after a conviction can lead to a reduced sentence...
How does California law define drug paraphernalia?
The drug laws of California do not stop at criminalizing the possession and use of illegal drugs. You or someone you know could wind up in legal trouble for having materials that qualify as drug paraphernalia. What exactly is drug paraphernalia? According to state...
Are you eligible to have your record expunged?
In California, criminal records can last a long time. Details on file can prevent someone from getting a job and seriously impede their lives in other ways, too. For some, however, the option of expungement exists. But just what is it? And who holds this eligibility?...
The role of mistaken identifications in wrongful convictions
Some judges and juries find certain forms of evidence to be more compelling than others. Eyewitness testimony, in particular, helps convict many people charged with criminal offenses across California and the rest of the United States, but research shows that many...
How might domestic violence allegations impact child custody?
When you have a child with someone in California and share custody over that individual, you may have valid concerns about maintaining custody if you face an accusation of domestic violence. A domestic violence allegation may have far-reaching implications when it...
How expungements and dismissals work in California
A criminal history has the potential to follow you throughout much of your adult life. Having an offense in your history might make it tough for you to pass a background check, land a job or find adequate housing, among other complications, but in some cases, you may...
Some important information about misdemeanor offenses
If you have an encounter with California police, you could face a variety of charges. These cover a spectrum from felonies and misdemeanors to infractions or citations, with felonies typically carrying the highest level of punishment. Though not as serious,...