Spousal Abuse And Criminal Charges

Being accused of spousal abuse is a very serious matter. A husband or wife who has been arrested for spousal abuse not only faces the possibility of conviction, but also the chance of having his or her personal and professional reputation forever tarnished by criminal charges. A person accused of domestic violence may be found [...]

What is Misdemeanor Domestic Violence?

Domestic violence may be charged as a felony or misdemeanor in Los Angeles and California. In most cases, whether or not this crime is prosecuted as one or the other has to do with the severity of the injuries received by the victim as well as with the criminal past of the accused. Those [...]

Why is Megan’s Law Important?

Megan’s Law, also known as Penal code Section 290, was instituted to help protect the general public from individuals who have been convicted of a sex crime. These crimes range from misdemeanor indecent exposure to felony rape. Upon their release from custody, sex offenders are required to register on an annual basis at the [...]

‘I didn’t know’: What Young Thugs Should Know But Aren’t Taught

“I didn’t know.” This is the excuse many criminals give when they did something that violated the law. The excuse is most often used when a misdemeanor occurred and the misdemeanant did not know what he did was wrong. An example would be not coming to a complete stop at a stop sign, which [...]

Receiving Jail Sentence for Misdemeanor

One of the first things that you have to determine is whether or not it is a misdemeanor or a felony. Each theft sentence is different from person to person. For example, if this is a first time offense and it is a misdemeanor, you should get a minor penalty, through a fine, restitution, [...]

Cyber Stalking Facts

Cyberstalking is a recent form of criminal behavior involving persistent threats or unwanted attention using the Internet and other means of computer communications. With more and more people going “online,” the opportunity to target someone on the Internet is becoming limitless. Cyberstalkers visit chat rooms, discussion forums or message boards in search of victims. [...]