The issue of when the police can and can’t conduct a search without a warrant has always been a sensitive issue. It’s also an important issue and one that should be explored with every single case that involves searches and evidence. The reason it’s so important to know when the police can and can’t search […]
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What is Aggravated Mayhem
The term, aggravated mayhem, sounds kind of fun. However, the laughter will quickly die away if you’re ever charged with aggravated mayhem. It turns out that from a legal standpoint, it’s not nearly as fun as the name implies. From a legal standpoint, an aggravated mayhem charge indicates that you were engaged in some sort […]
Evading the Police While You’re Behind the Wheel
Car chases always look like fun. The reality is that they are dangerous. A single car chase can result in a great deal of property damage, injuries, and even the death of innocent bystanders who were simply in the wrong place at the wrong time. When you see an officer turn on their lights and […]
When Minors Use a Fake ID
Having a fake id is almost considered a right of passage. There are movies, books, and even songs that feature all sorts of adventures a young man or woman can get into once they’ve managed to acquire a fake id. Most of these adventures involve illegally purchasing alcohol or cigarettes. Most of these stories don’t […]
Can you Brandish a Fake Knife in California?
You might not think that brandishing a fake knife in California is a big deal but California’s lawmakers don’t agree. If you draw a knife and brandish it in a manner that’s deliberately designed to make other people think it’s a genuine weapon, you violate Penal Code 417.4 PC. This is one of California’s misdemeanors. The […]
Violation of Vehicle Identification Numbers
When it comes to our vehicles most of us are aware of our license plate number but few of us give the vehicle identification number a second thought. Unlike a license plate number, a vehicle identification number is a number that stays with the vehicle forever. The VIN is always 17 digits long and provides […]
Carjacking in California
Carjacking in California defers from car theft in that during the commission of the crime, either force or fear was used to take the vehicle. Instead of simply slipping into a vehicle, finding the keys, and taking it for a joyride, you wait until the car’s owner is around and force them to give you […]
Probation and Parole. What’s the Difference?
If you’re confused about the difference between probation and parole, you’re not alone. Most people don’t really know what the difference is between the two until they get into trouble with the law. While you’re on probation, you’re still technically in police custody, but you have a great deal more freedom than you’d enjoy if […]
Is it Possible to Appeal a Judge’s Bail Ruling?
Bail is a system the American legal system uses that allows individuals who’ve been charged with a crime to be released from jail and go about their regular daily life (with some possible restrictions) while they wait for the resolution of their case. In some cases, a bail hearing is required. During a bail hearing, […]