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The term Ponzi scheme garnered its name in 1920 after a high-profile fraud case. Today, it refers to an investment scam that involves paying investors with money procured from new ones. Those accused of engaging in a Ponzi scheme could face serious federal charges....
When a person commits a violent crime, they harm a victim or threaten to commit harm. These types of crimes often involve the harshest penalties from the justice system and require the best legal defenses. Violent crime examples Violent crimes range in severity. Some...
Homicide crimes are charged at the most severe level in California. A person could face involuntary manslaughter charges if they kill someone without intent. This is what you should know about the crime. Understanding involuntary manslaughter Involuntary manslaughter...
Most people in California depend on Social Security for financial support when they grow old or become disabled. There are a lot of eligibility requirements that a person must meet to qualify for these benefits, which sometimes is not easy to pull off. For this...
It's no secret that driving under the influence of alcohol is a bad idea. But what about prescription medications? Can you get a DUI for taking your medication as prescribed? How do prescription medications affect your ability to drive? Certain medications can cause...
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 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...
