California has many laws limiting the types of weapons a person may own in the state, prohibiting guns such as assault-weapons and machine guns. But even a firearm that is otherwise legal can be illegal if it was unregistered, stolen or if the serial number was altered or removed. Fortunately, there are defenses against all […]
246 (PC) and 247b (PC): Shooting at a Dwelling, House or Vehicle
Shooting into a structure such as a home, car, motorhome or aircraft is unquestionably dangerous. In many cases, it’s impossible to tell if anyone is inside or not, which is precisely why you can face felony charges whether or not a dwelling was occupied. What specific charges you’ll face, as well as the penalties will […]
Why Are Police So Rarely Prosecuted for Excessive Use of Force?
The world has its eyes glued on the trial of Derek Chauvin, where even the chief and other officers on his force have testified that he absolutely acted against the force’s training and protocols when he used a chokehold on George Floyd for nearly nine minutes. But many people watching the proceedings have been questioning […]
San Diego Law Enforcement Agencies Can Reduce Racial Biases -Here’s How
Racism has long been a problem in American society and racial biases have long been a problem within law enforcement agencies. Sadly, it took the death of George Floyd to inspire true reforms in America’s police forces. San Diego is no different from the rest of the country in this regard, but we have the […]
California’s Supreme Court Sets Restrictions on Cash Bail
For years, efforts have been underway to eliminate cash bail within California. While Prop 25 was voted down by the state’s voters, even many people who voted against the measure still opposed cash bail but disliked the specifics of the proposition. But as the public took a vote on the matter, the state Supreme Court […]
What Happens to the Passengers in a DUI? Can They go to Jail Too?
Many people pulled over for drunk driving aren’t alone in the car. While most people aren’t surprised to learn that a driver can face additional charges if the passengers are minors, they are often surprised to discover that adult passengers of a drunk driver can sometimes complicate DUI arrest investigations and may even be charged […]
Should California Revise its Constitution to Prevent Forced Prison Labor?
Ever since 1865, the US Constitution has read, “Neither slavery nor involuntary servitude, except as a punishment for crime whereof the party shall have been duly convicted, shall exist within the United States, or any place subject to their jurisdiction.” The California State Constitution follows suit by reading “Slavery is prohibited. Involuntary servitude is prohibited […]
False Imprisonment of Civilians & Other Criminal Acts in WandaVision
People can do a lot of hurtful things when suffering from extreme grief, but few of them end up taking a whole town captive like Wanda Maximov does in WandaVision. But is Wanda guilty of a crime for her actions on the show, or is she yet another victim of her own overwhelming power? While […]
Is it a Crime to Drive When Hungover? In Some Cases
It’s common knowledge that driving under the influence is against the law, but most people assume that by the time they’re hungover they can drive without any risk of a DUI. Overall, they’re right, but there are some circumstances where driving hungover can be against the law. Juveniles Driving With a Hangover One of the […]
How Plants Can “Testify” In Criminal Investigations and Trials
Plants might not be able to talk, but they may be able to say quite a bit when it comes to a criminal investigation. This is all thanks to a science called forensic botany, which may not be widely known, but can be incredibly useful in helping to identify a suspect. But just like all […]
