Like many states, California tries minors separately from adults. That means that when a minor has bee been accused of a crime, they will be charged just like an adult, only their case will be handled in the juvenile court system. Because this court operates very differently than its adult equivalent, it is critical anyone […]
In California, Skipping School Can Become a Criminal Matter
Skipping school is something most students do at one point or another. In fact, most schools have an unofficial “senior ditch day” that is celebrated by cutting class near the end of the year. But it turns out that when a minor misses too many school days, she can actually be labeled as “chronically truant,” […]
Crimes Teens Often Commit on Halloween -San Diego Juvenile Lawyers
We previously discussed possible laws that could be broken by someone wearing a mask on Halloween, but it’s important to remember that while wearing a mask is mostly legal in California, there are many common activities teens do that are not. Here are some of the most common crimes San Diego juvenile lawyers see their […]
Not All Rapists Are Men and Not All Victims Are Women
When most people think of rape, they think of a woman being forced to have sex with a male stranger. But rape does not always require force (rape of an unconscious person and statutory rape are just two forms of sexual assault that do not involve force or fear), it can involve two people who […]
Selling Illegal Items to Minors -Oceanside Criminal Defense Lawyers
It’s common knowledge that it is illegal to sell alcohol, cigarettes, marijuana or fireworks to minors, but did you know these crimes (while all slightly different) could land you behind bars? Oceanside criminal defense lawyers warn that violators of these crimes need an attorney to help them fight the charges. Selling Alcohol to Minors We already […]
Could a Minor Get a DUI for Driving After Drinking Kombucha?
Kombucha is a lightly fermented drink that has recently become trendy for its health benefits. But because the beverage is fermented, could it be safely consumed by a teenager before driving a vehicle? San Diego juvenile attorney Peter M. Liss urges minors to avoid drinking kombucha and driving or be prepared to face underage DUI […]
When High School Pranks Result in Criminal Charges
Every day, teens prank each other. It’s part of growing up, but when someone ends up going to the hospital after a prank, the perpetrators may end up going to juvenile hall or even jail. When a prank turns dangerous, it is critical you contact a San Diego juvenile crimes lawyer as soon as possible. […]
The Simpsons Are America’s Most Loved Cartoon Criminals
With nearly 30 seasons of episodes, The Simpsons is considered a cultural staple and the characters are known around the world. Part of what makes the namesake family so popular is the simple fact that they’re so darn flawed. But in real life, these flaws would probably leave the parents behind bars and most of […]
When Teens Make Child Pornography
When you think of child pornography, you probably think of juveniles being cruelly exploited behind closed doors, but much of it is actually made by consenting teens who create photos and videos for others their own age. Unfortunately, even if only minors are involved with creating it and even if only minors see it, films […]
Juveniles Accused of Sex Crimes
Juveniles, just like adults, can commit sex crimes and also like adults, those convicted may be forced to register as sex offenders for the rest of their lives. Fortunately, it is possible to fight these crimes with the help of a top San Diego juvenile lawyer like Peter M. Liss. One particularly problematic legal area […]
