Children look up to their parents for love, support, safety, and other vital needs. However, they also feel the negative impact of circumstances where a parent is accused of domestic violence. Despite this, there are safe and healthy ways...read more
The term ‘bank fraud’ describes an umbrella of fraudulent crimes targeting financial institutions. As a federal crime, bank fraud typically counts as a felony, and a conviction results in fines and time in prison. If an individual willingly and...read more
Many couples argue in relationships, but not all arguments are considered domestic violence in California. Sometimes, law enforcement arrests someone to break up an argument and prevent domestic violence from occurring. This is especially true when neighbors or other...read more
Victims of domestic violence are sometimes forced to defend themselves if their partner attacks them or their children. In many cases, victims of domestic violence have legal justification to cause harm in the name of self-defense, even if their...read more
Medical emergencies, often stemming from traffic accidents, occur every day. Sometimes life or death hinges on whether a passerby stops to help in these dangerous situations. This might include providing various types of medical assistance, even when untrained. Consider...read more
Sex offender registries in California and throughout the country have the rule that sex offenders must register for life. However, California recently changed its sex offender registry laws so that not every sex offender must register for life. The...read more
Technological advancements, especially the creation of social network platforms, have changed how people connect. Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and others allow us to share information and photos about our lives with others, provide opportunities to make new connections, and network...read more
California Proposition 64 Under California Proposition 64, it is legal for individuals aged 21 and over to possess, privately use, and even give away up to an ounce of marijuana. This means that, in most cases, it is legal...read more
Californians who are made to feel unsafe or come under attack have the right to fight back and protect themselves from harm. Defending yourself and others from imminent harm is essential to maintain your safety and the safety of...read more
Domestic Violence Charges Can domestic violence charges be expunged in California? A domestic violence conviction is a serious criminal matter and can flip your life upside down. Not only is domestic violence punished harshly in California, but convicted individuals...read more