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Nov 2024

Consequences of a Felony Conviction and the Possibility of Expungement

A felony sentence attracts severe penalties, including over twelve months of incarceration, loss of professional license, deportation, restitution, and hefty court fines. Also, the permanent criminal record from the conviction will have lifelong collateral consequences, as...

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Oct 2024

What is the Difference Between Record Sealing and Expungement?

Facing an arrest and criminal charges is a daunting experience. Most people fear the potential criminal penalties, including incarceration and fines. However, the consequences of a conviction will continue to affect your life long after you have been released from the legal...

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Sep 2024

When is Possession of Burglary Tools a Crime?

Possession of burglary tools does not seem like a severe offense, but in California, it is considered a severe crime under PC 466. If arrested, you could face misdemeanor charges. California law has provisions for whether you are found with a screwdriver in your car or any...

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Aug 2024

What is Bribery of a Witness in California?

Bribery of a witness is considered a severe offense in California. It attracts stiff penalties, such as imprisonment and fines that impact one's life. Per Penal Code 137, this crime involves giving a witness something like a reward to influence their statement in court. The...

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Jul 2024

What is the Accessory to a Crime?

California law is strict on individuals who commit crimes in the state and those who aid the criminals to accomplish or conceal the acts. You are considered an accessory to a crime if you help a perpetrator of a criminal offense plan and execute the offense or assist them to...

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Dec 2022

Carrying a Concealed Firearm

California law under PC 25400 makes it a crime to carry a concealed, loaded firearm in public. You can only carry a concealed firearm if you have a concealed weapons license. Unlike some states, California restricts the issuance of concealed carry licenses. The police can only...

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May 2021

Hiring an Answering Service For Your Criminal Defense Law Firm

Because you are a criminal defense attorney, your services might be in high demand, and your staff is receiving plenty of phone calls than they can handle in one business day. Whereas these many phone calls are a good thing for your criminal defense law firm, if you’re...