While theft cases are often viewed as open and shut, several legal defenses are available to those charged with theft. In some jurisdictions, “larceny” is another term for theft charges. Depending on the details of the case, California residents who have been charged...

During police investigations in California, the lineup is a frequent tool for law enforcement. A witness picking a subject out of a lineup is a valid piece of evidence in a court proceeding. However, there are several major known flaws with lineup-based evidence that...

Some states define theft and larceny differently, but they are the same crime in California. Stealing property, money or labor and services all count as theft. Punishment depends on the value of the stolen property and other details of the crime. Petty theft Petty...

If California authorities believe that you broke into a structure with the intent to commit a crime, you may be charged with burglary. A conviction on a burglary charge may result in jail time, a fine and other penalties. However, if the prosecutor in your case cannot...