Steps To Take If Someone Hit Your Parked Car | VC 20002
Accidents happen. In the case of hitting and damaging a parked car, the law requires that the driver who caused the accident take responsibility. Fleeing the scene after damaging someone else’s car is considered to be a hit-and-run accident. However, there is a remedy to avoid getting charged. This article discusses hit-and-run accident law, what […]
California Robbery Laws [2024] | 211 PC
Over the past several years, there has been an increase in theft cases in the state of California. The penalties for each type of theft differ depending on the offense. This article explores the nuances of California’s robbery laws. What is the definition of robbery (211 pc)? Robbery is theft under the threat of fear […]
Is CBD Legal In California?
Depending on where you are in America, CBD shops are popping up left and right. There has been an increase in the number of studies being conducted to determine the efficacy and effectiveness of CBD. Within the last decade, new laws have been passed supporting the cultivation and sale of CBD. Depending on the state, […]
Can You File An Insurance Claim Without A Police Report?
No one would ever consider getting into a car accident to be the highlight of their day. After the initial shock wears off, there is much paperwork to be done. Between filing a report with the police and a claim to the insurance company, it is crucial that all of the proper steps are taken […]
Assault with A Deadly Weapon [PC 245]
California makes a distinction between an assault and an assault with a deadly weapon. The penalty differs depending on who is being assaulted. The article goes through the laws surrounding hazing. This article will break down the laws under California Penal Code Section 245 – Assault with A Deadly Weapon. What is an assault? An […]
What Are The Penalties Of Assaulting A Police Officer? PC 241(c)
Assaulting a police officer is not taken lightly in a court of law. Given the nature of their job, harming a police officer while they are performing their duty is considered a crime. In this article, we will define what an assault is, who is included under this category, as well as the penalties for […]
Is Embezzlement a Felony or Misdemeanor in California?
In 2009, Bernie Madoff pleaded guilty and was convicted of operating the largest Ponzi scheme. He was charged with multiple financial crimes, one of which was embezzlement. He took people’s money with the promise of growing it through his investment company. When Bernie took the money and used it to pay for his own needs, […]
California Penal Code -148 PC (Resisting Arrest)
The word “arrest” brings up an image of someone with their hands behind their back and their wrists shackled with metal cuffs. The arrested individual is considered to be in the police’s custody and no longer has the freedoms given to all citizens. Making an arrest is one of the procedures of a police officer […]
What Is An Arraignment In California?
Understanding legal processes can be daunting, especially when faced with unfamiliar terms. In California, one crucial step in the legal journey is the arraignment. Let’s break down an arraignment and what you can expect during this phase. Definition of Arraignment What is an arraignment? An arraignment is a formal court proceeding where the defendant is […]