What is considered domestic violence in California?
Domestic violence situations and charges can be complicated. Domestic violence charges can impact the accused individual and their family life. For that reason, accused individuals should know how to respond to domestic violence accusations and charges.
How is domestic violence classified in California?
Domestic violence is considered abuse or threats when the people involved are in, or have been in, an intimate relationships such as married couples or domestic partners; individuals who are dating or used to date; individuals who live together or used to live together or individuals who have a child together.
Domestic abuse is defined as:
- Intentionally
Sex Offender Tier Relief
A new California law (SB384) has divided sex offenses into three tiers. Depending on the offense, a person convicted of a sex offense may be able to be relieved from their duty to register as a sex offender.
- Tier 1: A tier 1 offense requires 10 years of registration. Tier 1 offenses are the lowest level sex offenses. These are generally misdemeanor offenses.
- Tier 2: A Tier 2 offense requires 20 years of registration. Tier 2 offenses are the middle level offenses. These are generally non-strike felonies, and some misdemeanors.
- Tier 3: A tier 3 offense still
Your protections under the Fourth Amendment
Being arrested and charged with a crime is a frightening experience. The police have great power, and prosecutors have enormous resources at their hands. You can almost feel their weight pressed against you and feel you are powerless against them. Fortunately, California and federal laws provide you with protections. Some of the most important of them stem from the U.S. Constitution itself.
The Fourth Amendment to the Constitution provides some of the most important of these protections. Among other things, it protects the people from “unreasonable” searches and seizures. Over the centuries, the courts have often struggled to pin down …
How aggravated charges can lead to serious penalties
Once someone in California or elsewhere has gotten on the wrong side of the law, they can find it difficult to receive a fair hearing if they find themselves in court again. The court will often view a person who has a prior record of convictions as an example of recidivism, which can lead to harsher sentencing. This implicit bias can make it impossible for repeat offenders to get a fair trial, and as a result they may receive aggravated penalties.
For individuals in Sacramento and surrounding areas, avoiding this scenario will mean discovering defense strategies that will protect …
People can still face drug charges for marijuana in California
Since California has been one of the states at the forefront of marijuana legalization, there might be a misplaced belief that there are relatively few situations that can lead to an arrest for crimes related to it. However, that is a mistake that can lead to people unwittingly being confronted by criminal charges. The age of the person, the amount they have and where they have it could all be key factors in the charges and possible penalties. This might spark an arrest. Knowing the law is imperative.
There are still strict rules for cannabis based on age and amounts
…Federal law enforcement plans white collar crime crackdown
For people who live and work in Gold River and the surrounding areas of California, striving to achieve a certain lifestyle and have success is a notable objective. If they are in the finance industry, are business executives or work in some area of the corporate world, there will be legal requirements they must adhere to. Regulations are in place to prevent wrongdoing and give these individuals a guide as to what they can and cannot do. If there are allegations of legal violations, it is important to understand that the penalties can be financially and personally severe. A defense …
Should you start negotiating with prosecutors over your charges?
Most people who are charged with a criminal offense immediately start thinking of ways that they can try to beat the prosecution. Although it may be possible to beat your criminal charges and obtain dismissed charges or an acquittal, taking your case to trial may not be in your best interests. So, then, the question becomes when is it right to sit down and negotiate with prosecutors?
Analyzing your case properly
The answer to that question is dependent upon the facts of your case. Therefore, before you make a decision about sitting down with prosecutors or taking your case to …
What if I am accused of violating a protective order?
Domestic violence allegations are a very serious matter and can have a negative impact on people throughout Elk Grove, El Dorado Hills, Gold River and the neighboring areas. This is especially true for prominent people in the community whose reputation is important to them personally and professionally. For those who have been confronted with these challenges, there might have been a protective order put in place after the domestic violence arrest. If it is alleged that the order was violated, the law and potential penalties should be known as part of an aggressive defense.
Understanding protective orders and penalties for
…Is Tax Evasion a Federal Crime?
While the criminal justice system is inherently confusing, it is often more challenging to comprehend in the context of tax fraud and evasion. Here, you would usually ask a white-collar criminal defense counsel to defend you from allegations and strategically proceed with investigations.
Tax evasion, in particular, generally pertains to the underpayment or total non-payment of tax liabilities due. The IRS can determine this regardless of whether or not tax forms were filed with the agency, although they must show that the tax avoidance was willful. While tax evasion is illegal, there are legal ways to reduce taxpayer obligations.
Here, …
How Important is a Criminal Defense Attorney?
Facing criminal charges, allegations, and legal proceedings with the risk of being behind bars for a long time can be terrifying and stressful. However, an in-depth understanding of the process as well as obtaining a criminal defense attorney’s legal assistance can go a long way to help you deal with your charges. If you are charged with a serious or violent crime, you have the right to defend yourself against those charges.
The criminal justice system is designed to deliver justice to everyone. It aims to protect the innocent, convict criminals, and provide a fair justice process to help keep …