General Legal
Cases, charges, and law related subjects in California
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Transportation for Sale of a Controlled Substance
Read more: Transportation for Sale of a Controlled SubstanceTransportation for Sale of a Controlled Substance refers to the act of knowingly transporting or moving a controlled substance with the intention to sell or distribute it.
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Criminal Threats, PC 422
Read more: Criminal Threats, PC 422Criminal Threats are one of the more difficult crimes to discuss in California. It is a serious (but non-violent) strike as a felony, but can also ‘wobble’ down to a misdemeanor in less serious instances. Just making a threat is not necessarily enough to rise to the level of a Criminal Threat, there are some…
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Possession of Materials w Intent to Make a Bomb
Read more: Possession of Materials w Intent to Make a BombPenal Code § 18720 is a law that criminalizes the possession of materials that could be used to create a bomb while having the intent to actually do so. To prove that someone is guilty of this crime, the prosecution must prove that the person had the intention to use the materials or substances to…
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Criminal Record Expungement
Read more: Criminal Record ExpungementCriminal record expungement is the process of legally hiding records of criminal convictions. This is governed by California Penal Code Section 1203.4.
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What Should I Do if I’ve Been Arrested?
Read more: What Should I Do if I’ve Been Arrested?If you have been arrested, it is important to remain calm and to follow the instructions of the police officers who have taken you into custody. Read more to find out what to do if you’ve been arrested.
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What Type of Lawyer Do I Need?
Read more: What Type of Lawyer Do I Need?The type of lawyer you need depends on many different factors. Of course, also very important are the specific facts and circumstances of your case. In general, it is best to consult with a lawyer who specializes in the area of law that is relevant to your situation.
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What Should I Do if the Police Want to Speak With Me?
Read more: What Should I Do if the Police Want to Speak With Me?It is a terrible idea to talk to the police if you have been charged with a crime or think you may be suspected of committing one. You are not required to speak with the police, and anything that you say to them can (and definitely will) be used against you in court.
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