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Shoplifting offenses in California are typically misdemeanor crimes. People accused of taking merchandise from a retail establishment without paying for it are at risk of shoplifting charges. State statutes specifically prohibit prosecutors from pursuing theft or...
If you are ever in a situation where you need to protect yourself, you may think any defensive action that you take is legal. However, not every action is legal. California does recognize a person’s right to protect themselves and others from harm. But understanding...
Police officers who are investigating crimes often need to find evidence for the case. That need doesn’t mean that they can go looking wherever they want, wherever they want. Instead, they may need to obtain a search warrant. A search warrant is a court order that is...
If you are arrested and charged with a crime, you could face incarceration and fines. A criminal conviction can impact your education, employment and housing opportunities. That is why it is important to always remember your constitutional rights during an arrest. ...
The police arrest you and accuse you of illegally selling drugs. The officers believe that you were texting buyers or sending them messages on social media. As a result, they tell you that they want you to unlock your phone so that they can examine it for evidence in...
Theft crimes of all kinds, from shoplifting to organized retail theft, are increasingly a problem in California and throughout the country. State lawmakers throughout the U.S. are taking steps to increase penalties for thefts and resale of multiple, high-value items...
Police officers have to ensure that they follow proper protocol because every rule and guideline is rooted in protecting rights while balancing public safety. One area that they must ensure they always comply with is search and seizure laws. In order to search a...
When accused of committing a crime by harming another person, one potential defense you may want to consider is claiming that you were only acting in self-defense. You didn’t want to injure anyone else, and you were not acting in an aggressive manner. The other person...
Life can sometimes take unexpected and dangerous turns with tough choices. Someone might threaten to harm or even kill you to coerce you into doing something illegal, like holding drugs. You might feel trapped with no way out of a scary situation. Many wonder about...
The phrase "you can't escape your past" may seem like a cliché, but it is a harsh reality for those facing misdemeanor charges in California. If you find yourself in such a situation, chances are that you are already worrying about your future even before a decision...