In an effort to keep the number of incarcerations down, California allows some persons convicted of certain crimes to participate in diversion programs that will allow them to avoid time behind bars and a criminal charge on their record. While not everyone qualifies for diversion programs they are an excellent choice for those who can […]
New California Laws You Should Know About in 2019
A new year means new laws are taking affect, many of which may affect you immediately or at some point in the future. Here’s a rundown of some of the most important criminal laws implemented in California, courtesy of Fallbrook defense lawyer Peter M. Liss. Ignition Interlock Devices Previously, those who got DUIs with high […]
California Vandalism Laws -Vista Vandalism Lawyer
Vandalism is one of those crimes that just about everyone has done at one point or another, whether it involved carving your name on your desk in high school, drawing a mustache on someone’s picture or something more drastic like spray painting your name across a wall. But just because vandalism is common doesn’t mean […]
New Changes to California’s Juvenile Court System
At the end of September, Jerry Brown signed into law new changes to the California juvenile court system that will dramatically change the way things work. These modifications take effect at the start of 2019 and here’s what a San Diego juvenile lawyer believes you should know about the new laws. Minimum Age Limits Perhaps the […]
The California Juvenile Court System
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 […]
