Newport Beach Criminal Defense Blog
When does failure to pay taxes become tax fraud?
According to FindLaw, 17% of taxpayers fail to comply with the tax code in some way. This is unsurprising, as the tax code is a complicated set of rules and regulations that even the most tax-savvy individuals struggle to comprehend. Because of its complexity, the IRS...
How a workers’ compensation claim may turn into a fraud charge
Fraud is a criminal charge to take seriously. In California, when filing a workers' compensation claim, you may find yourself facing criminal fraud charges if the insurance company feels your claim meets specific criteria. The Law Offices of Mark W. Fredrick wish to...
California is one of the top states for car thefts
California is known for a lot of amazing things. It is home to Hollywood and some of the largest tech firms in the world. From snowcapped mountains to year-round desert sun, California has something for everyone. Unfortunately, one additional thing California has...
What is insider trading?
If you work in California, you may have previously heard brief references to someone engaging in insider trading, all while being unsure about what that actually entails. Many legal issues that result from this action can be devastating for both the company and the...
3 things to know about the three strikes law
California is known for its three strikes law regarding felony convictions. The state's harsh stance against crime is something some people have not always seen as positive. In fact, according to the Judicial Branch of California, the three strikes law first became...
Penalties for white collar crimes against elders, the disabled
White-collar crimes often bring with them quite serious consequences, and when California residents commit white-collar crimes against adults of a certain age, they may face particularly serious penalties in response to their actions. At the Law Offices of Mark W....
How is self-defense defined?
Self-defense laws vary quite a bit from state to state. That's why it's important for people in California to understand their rights and obligations under the law when it comes to defending themselves, their families, and even their homes. ABC10.com offers the...
What differentiates drug trafficking from possession?
California has some of the strictest laws against drug-related crimes in the country. Today, Mark Fredrick, Attorney at Law, will take a look at how the severity between charges may differ. Drug possession typically refers to a situation in which you have drugs...
How is drug trafficking treated by law in California?
Among the states, California is one of the toughest when it comes to crackdowns on drug trafficking. If you are currently facing charges of crimes related to drug trafficking, it is important to know what you may be facing if convicted. FindLaw takes a look at how...
What are the effects of decriminalizing drugs?
There is huge movement across the United States within the state government and within the federal government to take a new look at drugs. Laws are changing all over from the east coast to California. The new approach is decriminalizing drugs. This does not mean...
