It seems like something out of a bad detective story, but as more and more people have begun taking prescription drugs with sleepwalking as a side effect, the number of crimes committed by sleepwalkers have dramatically increased over the last few decades and most commonly include offenses such as murder, sex crimes (a specific condition […]
Can You Have Sex in Your Car or other Public Place in California?
It is estimated that around 25 percent of Americans have had sex in a public place. Because having sex in public is usually illegal thanks to public indecency laws, this means that most of those people have committed the crime of lewd acts in public -and to some people, that’s part of the thrill. But […]
The Crime of Sexual Extortion in California
Sexual extortion, often called sextortion, could technically involve all types of exploitation, but the acts covered by California law involve blackmailing someone by threatening to release their nude or otherwise sexually explicit images or videos. It doesn’t matter if the blackmail is an attempt to extort money, sexual favors or an other type of property, […]
Pre-File Investigation: San Diego Preemptive Representation
If you believe you may be under investigation for a crime, you shouldn’t wait until charges are filed before you contact a top criminal defense attorney. You lawyer can provide you with advice on how to proceed during the investigations and let you know whether or not to answer questions for the police. On top […]
Is Sexsomnia a Reasonable Defense Against Sex Crime Charges?
There are many strange psychological conditions out there, particularly when it comes to sleep disorders. In fact, many people have been known to commit crimes in their sleep, ranging from driving under the influence all the way to murder. A particularly disturbing sleep condition is that of sexsomnia, in which the sleeper does a variety […]
Do Statutory Rapists Belong on The Sex Offender Registry?
It’s widely known that many sex crimes require people to register as sex offenders, but not every sex crime will result in mandatory registration. One such example is statutory rape, at least, in some cases. In fact, whether or not someone convicted of statutory rape will be required to register as a sex offender will […]
The Chemical Castration of Sex Offenders in California
The world at large is against sex offenders, particularly those who target children. To that end, many people have argued that all people who commit a serious sex offense should be subject to chemical castration. But others argue that such a law would be highly unethical as well as a serious violation of the US […]
What Happens to Juveniles Accused of Sex Crimes in San Diego?
Teens, just like adults, can commit sex crimes. Also like adults, those convicted may be forced to register as sex offenders, which can have devastating lifelong consequences. Fortunately, it is possible for juvenile defendants to fight these crimes and their inclusion on the sex offenders registry with the help of a top lawyer like Peter […]
What Are California’s Laws Against Spreading Disease?
No one wants to get sick, but sometimes people with contagious diseases put their own needs above the needs of others and willingly expose other people to their sickness. But assuming we’re talking about something worse than the common cold, such as Covid-19 or HIV, this behavior is not only rude, it is also dangerous […]
Special Murder Circumstances that Can Result in the Death Penalty in CA
Have you ever wondered why some people get the death penalty for murder while others do not? The answer comes down to the specifics of the crime. That’s because in California, while capital punishment is still fully legal, it is only applicable in a handful of murder cases involving specific special circumstances detailed in California […]
