California is known for its tolerant and somewhat relaxed stance against recreational drug use. Many drug crimes that once led to a substantial sentence in state prison are now charged as misdemeanors since Proposition 47 passed the vote in 2014. While you might think...
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Month: January 2022
Can you help your children immigrate to the United States?
As a parent, your relationship with your children is important to you. Separation caused by time and distance cannot undo the connection between parent and child, but it can still leave you feeling lonely. You may have had a child with someone who lives in another...
2 things to avoid doing if you’re accused of assault
An assault conviction can lead to a criminal record, which could have a significant adverse effect on the rest of your life. That is on top of any sentence you may ultimately receive if you’re convicted. A wrong step could harm your chances of acquittal. Therefore, if...
How can you fight deportation?
If you face the possibility deportation, the first thing to know is not to give up. Many people have successfully challenged deportation orders, and you could, too, if you hire the right California immigration attorney. If the deportation is based on alleged criminal...
What is a green card and how can I obtain one?
Coming to the United States to live somewhere safe, seek opportunity, or start a family are all valid reasons to permanently live in the country. But as someone who is just beginning to explore the idea of planting roots here, you may be facing uncertainty. Perhaps...
Are violent crimes on the rise in California?
As with any topic that can stir fear, violent crime is one that folks often try to theorize on or explain. While the reality is acts of violence can be senseless, reviewing recent statistics can help paint a clearer picture of evolving crime rates. Numbers increase...
Could you be a mule for money launderers?
Many people do not believe that white-collar crimes are severe enough to warrant a lot of attention from the authorities. After all, it is not like anyone died due to your intentional or accidental participation in a money-laundering scheme. You might not realize...
Why do truck drivers need to take extra care after a DUI?
The police always look out for anyone they suspect may be driving drunk. If you drive a semi truck or commercial vehicle, you can expect officers to pay even more attention to you because of the increased damage your vehicle could do if you lose control of it. The...
What is the difference between embezzlement and theft?
The critical difference between theft and embezzlement is legitimate control or access over the assets. For example, breaking into the office and taking company equipment would be theft. Your employer had not given you any right of control or access to those items,...
Does an eyewitness guarantee a court will convict you?
If the prosecution announces they have an eyewitness willing to testify they saw you, it might feel like a blow to your case. Yet, it does not always play out like that. Eyewitness evidence is not always reliable, despite many people making it out to be. Eyewitnesses...