Criminal Defense

Murder Charges

Murder Charge is Serious Murder is the most serious charge that can be brought against an accused individual in a court of law. The potential sentences can lead up to and including the capital...

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Manslaughter: Voluntary, Involuntary & Vehicular

Manslaughter: Voluntary, Involuntary & Vehicular

Under California law, homicide charges can include murder or manslaughter, with manslaughter divided into three types: voluntary, involuntary, and vehicular. Voluntary manslaughter occurs in the heat of passion without prior intent, while involuntary manslaughter involves accidental killing during a non-dangerous crime or negligent act. Vehicular manslaughter involves the use of a vehicle, with penalties depending on the level of negligence.

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Infractions, Misdemeanors & Felonies

Infractions, Misdemeanors & Felonies

Under California law, there are three types of charges: infractions, misdemeanors, and felonies. Infractions are minor offenses, such as traffic violations, and result in fines without jail time. Misdemeanors are more serious, potentially resulting in up to six months in jail and fines, covering offenses like petty theft and public intoxication. Felonies are the most severe crimes, including murder and robbery, carrying penalties like life imprisonment or death.

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Pulled Over With A Weapon

Pulled Over With A Weapon

What to do If Pulled Over While Carrying A Weapon It’s our second amendment right to own a firearm in the United States, but it will still make police officers nervous if you are armed during an...

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California Gun Laws

California Gun Laws

Criminal Lawyer in Sacramento Explains California Gun Laws California saw sweeping change to its gun laws in 2016, changing regulations that will affect more than 6 million individuals. These new...

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CRIMES AGAINST PERSONS – VIOLENT CRIMES

Legal Representation for Violent Crimes California has taken a very harsh stance against violent crime and leads the nation in imposing harsh sentences for individuals convicted of violent crimes....

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GRAND THEFT AUTO CHARGES

Felony Defense Lawyer in Sacramento Discusses Grand Theft Auto Charges What is Grand Theft Auto? Grand theft auto is defined as motor vehicle theft and is the criminal act of stealing or attempting...

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ROBBERY & ARMED ROBBERY

California Penal Code 211 In the state of California, robbery is covered under Penal Code 211 and is always charged as a felony. If you have been arrested and charged for robbery, make sure to...

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Rape Crimes & Charges

What is Rape Under California Law? Sacramento is a major city and county in Northern California that has a significant rate of sex crimes. People from all walks of life can be accused of rape....

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TERRORIST THREATS

Criminal Charge of Terrorism Threat Terrorism has been in the news quite a bit lately. But what exactly is terrorism? What is a terrorist threat? This article aims to explain how the state of...

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Victimless Crimes & Marsy’s Law

Victimless crimes don’t have a black and white definition, but are still a serious concern and in fact, constitute 86% of federal prison population. Some offenses that have been categorized as a...

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