Stalking is a serious crime bearing serious consequences if found guilty of it.  Examples of stalking include:   Following someone or showing up at (or even driving by) their property or place of employment Monitoring someone’s computer, phone, or social media activity Online harassment or cyberstalking Tracking someone via GPS Giving unwanted email, letters, or […]

Have you been charged with animal cruelty? Or do you suspect someone else of animal cruelty? According to California law, animal cruelty, abuse, and neglect is a crime that can lead to a major fine or even imprisonment. California actually has some of the strictest animal cruelty laws in the country. Keep reading to learn […]

  When it comes to gun laws, it’s important to know exactly what they are so you can avoid facing gun charges. According to Federal Firearms Laws, a firearm is defined as any weapon which will expel a projectile by means of an explosive or may be readily converted to expel a projectile by the […]

Domestic Violence (noun): The inflicting of physical injury by one family or household member on another.   The Merriam-Webster dictionary definition of domestic violence may seem pretty straightforward. However, the legal definition is quite a bit more complicated. Violence, as stated by the law, can come in many forms. It includes any behavior (whether physical, […]

What is Domestic Violence? Domestic violence is a crime without demographics, gender, or national border, making it a global issue. While men do and can fall victim to domestic violence, women and children are its highest numbering victims. TheDomestic Violence Definition is a pattern of abusive behavior in any relationship that is used by one […]

What Constitutes a Hit and Run? A hit and run is defined as being in an accident with a pedestrian, another car, or a fixed object, and then leaving the scene without identifying yourself or seeing if anyone or anything needs assistance. It becomes a hit and run charge when you leave the scene. It […]

What is Public Intoxication? Public intoxication is known as “drunken or disorderly conduct”.  It is a legal charge alleging a person is visibly drunk or under the influence of drugs in public. Depending on what state you are in, the law will vary. In most states, public intoxication is a criminal offense if it meets […]

I’m Under 21 and I Got A DUI. What Should I do? Underage DUIs are serious matters. Because teens are not of legal age to consume alcohol, they can sometimes face even more penalties than adults who get DUIs. If you were charged for an underage DUI in California, in some cases, you can be liable […]

You have read enough to know that you should not hesitate or delay to hire a criminal defense attorney, but now the question is, how should you choose your criminal defense lawyer? There are a lot of things to look for when you are choosing a lawyer.  Here are the top 4 things we recommend […]

What is Expungement?   Before talking about the likeliness of getting your crime expunged, first you should know what expungement is. According to Nolo.com, “Expungement refers to the process of sealing arrest and conviction records.” Most states allow you to expunge convictions and arrests from your record, but some states do not, for example, New […]