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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...
California has a higher population than many other states. As a result, there are higher rates of gun violence and mass shootings; however, the state has some of the toughest laws against violent crimes. Criminals who perpetrate violent crimes against certain...
Heroin is a Schedule I narcotic in California, which means that there aren't any accepted medical uses for it. Crimes involving heroin are often felonies, but they may be misdemeanors in certain situations. Misdemeanor versus felony Heroin drug crimes are usually a...
Drug charges are some of the most common and serious allegations that people face in California. There are a wide variety of penalties and complex legal arrangements associated with these charges. One distinction is that between state and federal drug crime charges....
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...
The term "white-collar crime" includes a wide range of crimes within the state of California. Typically, these crimes lack violence against other people, but still cause a financial gain to the perpetrator. The years between 2001 and 2021 saw a decline in white-collar...
Insurance policies may provide the financial security drivers, homeowners and business proprietors rely upon for their well-being. When an insurance company sells someone a policy, the company assumes the risks associated with the client and must pay valid claims. A...
Some nonprofit organizations are more affected by increased fraudulent activities than for-profit businesses. There are fewer legal and government regulations that control how they create, collect and use their funds. Anti-fraud state agencies in California and...
DUI arrests are on the rise and, unfortunately, so are the number of people who are wrongfully arrested. If you get arrested for DUI, it's important to know that there are a number of ways in which the police can make mistakes. Failing to properly administer the field...
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...
