Agresión sexual-PC 243.4
La sección 243.4 del Código Penal de California describe la “agresión sexual” como tocar las partes íntimas de otra persona, en contra de la voluntad de la persona, con el propósito de gratificación sexual, excitación sexual o abuso sexual. La agresión sexual se puede acusar como un delito mayor o menor y, lo que es más importante, puede someterlo a importantes requisitos de registro de delincuentes sexuales.
Como resultado del movimiento #MeToo, las denuncias de agresión sexual se colocaron al frente de la controversia; las más publicitadas de las cuales son posiblemente las denuncias contra Harvey Weinstein.
Cuando la gente …
Sexual battery-PC 243.4
California Penal Code section 243.4 describes “sexual battery” as touching the intimate parts of another person, against the person’s will, for the purposes of sexual gratification, sexual arousal, or sexual abuse. Sexual battery may be charged as a felony or a misdemeanor, and, importantly, may subject you to significant sex offender registration requirements.
As a result of the #MeToo movement, sexual battery allegations were thrust into the forefront of controversy – the most publicized of which are arguably the allegations against Harvey Weinstein.
When people think of sexual battery, it often evokes Mr. Weinstein’s image and his long list of …
Since pot is legal now, can I fly with it?
California has legalized marijuana, the current administration has pardoned many simple marijuana possessions, and the U.S. Food and Drug Administration legalized CBD products with less than 0.3% THC. Although it looks like weed is legal at all levels for a Golden State resident, does that mean you can travel with it?
Can I bring weed on an airplane flight?
No. Marijuana is still a Schedule 1 illegal narcotic federally. Since air travel is regulated by the federal government, marijuana is illegal on airplanes.
Will I be arrested for bringing marijuana on a plane?
In California, the answer is “no.” Transportation …
Porno infantil
Los delitos de pornografía infantil pueden ser imputados en un tribunal estatal o federal. Las sanciones federales son mucho más severas y pueden tener penas mínimas de prisión. Qué jurisdicción procesa el caso depende de una variedad de factores que incluyen la edad de las víctimas, la cantidad de imágenes y whei.
Según la ley de California, una persona que posea imágenes que representen a una persona menor de 18 años participando o simulando una conducta sexual, o que la imagen esté enfocada en los genitales del niño, comete un delito punible con hasta un año de prisión, una multa …
Kiddy Porn
Child pornography offenses can be charged in either state or federal court. Federal penalties are much more sever and can have minimum prison terms. Which jurisdiction prosecutes the case depends on a variety of factors including the age of the victims, the number of images and whei
Under California law, a person who possesses images that depicts a person under 18 years of age engaging in or simulating sexual conduct, or the picture is focused on the child’s genitals, commits a felony punishable by up to a year in prison, a $2,500 fine or both. (Penal Code sections 311.1, 311.2, …
Defending against drug charges in California
If you have been charged with drug possession or distribution, you are potentially looking at years in prison, thousands of dollars in fines and a permanent criminal record. As a result, you may have a difficult time finding employment or re-entering the community once your sentence has been served.
If you are facing charges for a drug crime, you should consider consulting with a criminal defense attorney to discuss your options. Your attorney may choose one of the following defense strategies.
- Illegal search and seizure: Under the Fourth Amendment, officers generally must have a warrant to search your
¿Asesinato u homicidio involuntario?
Según la ley de California, el delito de asesinato se define como: “Asesinato es el homicidio ilegítimo de un ser humano, o de un feto, con premeditación”. (Código Penal, § 187.) Para ser condenado por asesinato, un elemento necesario que la fiscalía debe probar es que el acusado actuó con intención maliciosa.
La malicia puede demostrarse expresamente en las pruebas, por ejemplo, si hay pruebas de premeditación, como planear un asesinato, o puede estar implícita, como en circunstancias en las que la conducta del acusado crea un grave riesgo de daño, aunque el acusado no tuvo la intención de matar …
Murder or Involuntary Manslaughter?
Under California law, the crime of murder is defined as: “Murder is the unlawful killing of a human being, or a fetus, with malice aforethought.” (Pen. Code, § 187.) In order to be convicted of murder, a necessary element the prosecution must prove is that the defendant acted with malicious intent.
Malice may either be expressly shown by the evidence – for example, if there is evidence of premeditation, such as planning out a murder – or, it may be implied, such as in circumstances where the defendant’s conduct creates a grave risk of harm, although the defendant did not …
Ley de Registro de Menores en California
Generalmente, un menor que ha sido juzgado o admitido por un delito sexual no tiene que registrarse como delincuente sexual. Hay dos excepciones. La primera es si el menor fue trasladado a un tribunal de adultos y condenado por un delito calificado como adulto. La segunda es si el menor es adjudicado bajo la tutela del tribunal y luego internado en el Departamento de Justicia Juvenil (DJJ).
- Agresión con la intención de cometer cualquiera de los siguientes: violación, sodomía o cópula oral, violación concertada, un acto lascivo y obsceno contra un niño, o penetración con un objeto extraño;
- Violación, violación
Why attacking witness credibility may be key to your case
The evidence being presented against you in your criminal case might be overwhelming. But regardless of what the prosecution is prepared to present against you, you might have strong criminal defense options that, if properly utilized, will better protect your interests. Among these are seemingly minor tactics, such as attacking witness credibility.
Why you should be concerned about witness credibility
Witness credibility is a big part of your case. This is because the deciding factor in your case, whether that be the judge or jury, will give more weight to the testimony of witnesses who seem credible and thus reliable. …