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As technology advances, more people are facing digital theft. Digital theft can happen in many different ways, such as ransomware, malware or phishing. People who store a lot of their personal information may be more at risk of one type of digital theft: SIM...
If you're facing an assault charge involving a weapon in California, you need to know the severity of the situation. You could be looking at imprisonment in a state prison for up to 12 years plus a fine of up to $10,000. The consequences are serious, and it's...
In California, hate crimes are those committed at least partially because of one or more of the victim's actual or perceived characteristics. These can include targeting an individual due to a disability, gender, race, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation or...
A criminal record can cast a long shadow over your professional aspirations. Whether a physician, nurse, accountant, or counselor, prior convictions can hinder your career prospects. There are many scenarios where a conviction can have a negative impact on licensure....
Facing drug charges can be a stressful and nerve-racking experience. While potential legal consequences handed down in criminal courts can be significant, there are alternatives to traditional court proceedings for eligible alleged offenders that can potentially offer...
Despite more lenient drug statutes in California than there are in many other states, people still get arrested for drug crimes every day. Many people face accusations of drug possession because they had drugs on their person, in their home or in their vehicle. While...
A breathalyzer is a small device that the police can use when they stop drivers under suspicion of drunk driving. The device can test the driver’s blood alcohol content (BAC), which is the amount of alcohol that can be found in the body. This test is often preferred...
There are many possible penalties that the courts can impose after a drunk driving conviction. A criminal judge can sentence someone to a stint in state custody, suspend their driver's license and impose fines that they must pay. Ignition interlock devices (IIDs) are...
Driving off can be quite tempting when a law enforcement officer pulls you over. However, this would be a wrong move because California has a Vehicle Code § 2800.1 that prohibits drivers from lawfully evading a police officer. So the next time the police stop you, the...
Any car can technically be stolen. But if you have watched the news over the last few years, there has been a trend where vehicles made by Kia and Hyundai are being stolen at a greater rate than other makes and models. People who own these vehicles have become very...