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If you have been arrested and charged with a theft-related crime in California, it is important to understand the potential penalties you may face. Theft crimes can range from misdemeanors to felonies, and the severity of the charge will determine the possible...

Anyone walking out of a store with merchandise they did not pay for runs the risk an arrest for shoplifting. If security discovers someone has unpaid items inside a bag, the situation does not look good. However, mistakes and mishaps happen, and people find themselves...

Many people consider vandalism to be “victimless” as long as no one injures anyone else. However, California courts do not take kindly to individuals or groups who ruin others’ property and offenders could face harsh consequences. Crimes classified as vandalism in...

Most California residents automatically think that all theft crimes are alike. Theft and larceny are two common examples of such crimes, but it’s fair to wonder if they have differences. If you’re facing charges, you should know what these crimes mean. What is...

A wrongful conviction happens when a judge or jury convicts an innocent person. While many factors may lead to a wrongful conviction, false confessions were to blame in an alarming number of cases in recent years. In theory, innocent individuals do not confess to...

Over the past few years, scientists have been re-evaluating the way they view several subspecialties of forensic science. People in California who have been accused of crimes should know that problems have been uncovered with firearm, bite-mark and even footwear...

Prosecuting a criminal case can take a tremendous amount of time and effort. Courts across California also have crowded dockets. For the sake of efficiency, prosecutors often arrange plea agreements with defendants. Usually, judges accept these deals without looking...

There's almost nothing as stressful as having a police officer follow your vehicle. But should they continue pursuing you after you enter your home? A recent California case led the Supreme Court to issue a ruling regarding warrantless entries. More information on the...

No one wants to think about being a victim of robbery, burglary, or theft in Vista, California. However, many people use these terms interchangeably, most likely due to entertainment. While each state makes them a crime, they differ in legal meaning. Theft California...

When people face theft charges, they may wonder what these charges mean. Grand theft charges may have a long-term impact on people's lives, so they need to understand the fine details.  People may face theft charges if they take property that does not belong to them...