With a flourishing California tech space, our state has become increasingly important for worldwide information technology. While this interconnectedness has brought numerous benefits, it has also given rise to new challenges, particularly cybercrime. Cybercrime...
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Decriminalizing drug use during pregnancy
Doctors in California are calling for an end to state laws that criminalize the use of drugs during pregnancy. This is in response to findings by medical experts that the existing laws are outdated and unduly strict. While the use of drugs during pregnancy remains a...
What are the potential penalties for theft in California?
Being charged with theft in California will lead to fear as to what the future might hold. A conviction can result in jail time, fines and long-term consequences. Still, there can be confusion as to exactly what constitutes theft. There are different levels of theft...
Can you refuse a field sobriety test in California?
Driving while under the influence of alcohol is taken very seriously in the state of the California. Convictions for DUI can lead to massive fines and lengthy jail sentences. Some people who are under the suspicion of DUI after a traffic stop may assume that their...
Drug addiction and adverse childhood experiences
Adverse childhood experiences can cause trauma, which can play a role in substance abuse. It's important to look at any California drug crimes through this lens to determine what the proper legal consequences will be for these crimes. The definition of adverse...
History and purpose of anti-money laundering laws
In the latter half of the 20th century, the term "money laundering" entered the common vocabulary as the government passed laws to combat actions that hid the source of profits from alleged criminal enterprises. At this time, financial institutions in California and...
Identity theft crimes on the increase
One of the most frightening and potentially devastating non-violent crimes that can happen to anyone is identity theft. Not all incidents result in significant losses but unfortunately, losses are increasing along with incidents. If you are in California, it's in your...
What are the punishments for domestic violence in California?
A conviction for domestic violence is serious in California and could haunt you for years. The conviction carries an automatic three years’ probation and requires that the individual attend a special program for those convicted of the same crime once per week. This...
A guide on the crime of circular trading
Circular trading refers to a fraudulent practice where multiple entities or individuals engage in a series of trades with the intent to manipulate prices or create artificial demand for a particular asset. This type of trading scheme involves repeatedly buying and...
Defending theft charges in California
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...


