Asset forfeiture in California criminal proceedings
An accusation of criminal conduct comes with a host of questions. What will happen to me? Is jail or prison time a possibility? How will this case affect my career? Each of these questions can be overwhelming by themselves, but there’s another possible penalty which can also be of concern: asset forfeiture. What is asset […]
Three people arraigned for insurance fraud in Sacramento area
Some prosecutors say insurance companies are common targets for fraud because they handle large amounts of cash. A recent indictment of three people from the Sacramento area offers support for this theory. The allegations of the indictment The three defendants, a man aged 49 from Angels Camp, a woman aged 68 from Somerset, and a male aged […]
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, […]
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. If you have suffered a conviction for a sex offense and have been registering for more than 10 years, […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]