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For those who are not attuned to the workings of the criminal justice system, it is a common view that serious crimes must involve a level of violence. While it is true that violent crimes are taken very seriously in California, there are a number of offenses that...
You legally own a handgun. You mostly use it for target practice. It’s a fun pastime with your friends, and you like seeing your accuracy get better. But you also own that gun because you want to make sure you and your family are safe. The criminals have guns, after...
White-collar crimes are those that involve lying or otherwise defrauding an individual or business for financial gain. These crimes are generally not violent, leading to monetary loss not physical harm. As such, some may assume that the penalties are not too severe....
There has been considerable reporting recently on the Los Angeles Police Department’s gathering, monitoring and use of people’s social media information. The practice isn’t new. The LAPD had a place for “social media accounts” on its field interview (FI) cards at...
People may die of natural causes or they can die due to other factors. When a person’s death isn’t due to natural causes, the death is considered a homicide. However, just because a person dies by homicide doesn’t mean that a crime was committed. When a homicide...
Fraud is a white collar crime and can occur in a variety of ways. One type of public fraud, which is a crime against the general community, is trying to claim military honors that are not yours. Cornell Law School explains the Stolen Valor Act makes it a crime to try...
Drug and human trafficking are examples of how one criminal activity can easily lead to another. These two issues intertwine with each other in many ways. The DEA explains trafficking of drugs and humans is a way for criminal organizations to diversify. They get more...
After an arrest, the police will question you. Unfortunately, there are situations where you may confess, regardless of your innocence or guilt. According to Psychology Today, sometimes people confess to crimes they did not commit. Persuaded confessions Officers may...
People charged with serious crimes can receive a felony sentence if convicted. Felony sentences are usually longer than those provided for misdemeanors. They can also involve time spent in a state correctional facility, as opposed to a county jail. According to the...
Trafficking drugs in California can result in serious legal consequences that last for years depending on the offense. After meeting the requirements to leave prison, many people find it challenging to acquire employment with a felony on their record. Fortunately,...
