Catalytic converter theft is dramatically increasing in frequency. This crime may be charged as a misdemeanor or felony in California, depending on the value of the auto part.
What to Know About Dognapping Laws in California
One of the most increasingly common crimes is that of dognapping. Perhaps one of the most surprising things about this crime is the fact that is usually only charged as petty or grand theft and a good portion of people accused of the crime only face misdemeanor charges. Here’s what you should know about this […]
Accused of Shoplifting In California? Theft Defense in Vista
Shoplifting is not limited to the mere act of taking something from a store without paying for it. If you change the price tag on an item to avoid paying the full cost, or if you eat food in a grocery store without paying for it, you are shoplifting. When you find yourself accused of […]
The Difference Between Burglary and Robbery In California
While burglary and robbery are often used interchangeably in everyday conversation, they are actually two completely distinct crimes from a legal perspective. In fact, burglary isn’t always even a form of theft crime whereas robbery always involves theft, but also the use of fear or force. Here’s what defense attorney Peter M. Liss believes you […]
The Crimes Committed in Home Alone: Harry and Marv are Destined for Prison
Home Alone is largely considered a Christmas classic these days and it’s no wonder when the plot revolves around a scared little boy fighting off two seriously bad dudes all while trying to make the most of the holiday season. As a tribute to this holiday staple, lawyer Peter M. Liss is taking the opportunity […]
The Most Common Holiday Crimes -Oceanside Criminal Lawyer
Everyone has certain things they expect to happen around the holidays, whether that means a special Christmas event at church, a New Year’s Eve night out with friends, a massive meal with family or a gift-giving extravaganza. But these expectations and celebrations often also lead to legal trouble and just as Halloween often results in […]
It’s Not Only Illegal to Dine and Dash, It Could Even be a Felony
Dining and dashing is the act of going to a restaurant, eating a meal and then leaving without paying the bill. Some people do this because they feel the food or service wasn’t very good and others do it solely for the thrill, often deciding to skip out on the bill long before they even […]
The Very Unrighteous Crimes of the Righteous Gemstones
Danny McBride is known for making over-the-top characters that are incredibly flawed and yet still somehow sympathetic. He’s also well versed at showing how easy it is for one crime to escalate into more and more major criminal acts, particularly in his new show, The Righteous Gemstones. Here are some of the many, many crimes […]
Keeping Money You Found on the Ground is Technically Theft
If you’re walking down the street and see a nice crisp twenty dollar bill, it may feel like your lucky day. But if you consider the other side of it, someone else just had a very unlucky day and while you’re up twenty dollars, they are now out that same amount. That’s why California actually […]
Accused of Joyriding in California? About California Vehicle Code 10851
While everyone has heard of grand theft auto (no doubt partially due to the successful video game franchise), joyriding is a much more common crime in California. That’s because it’s easier for prosecutors to get convictions for this crime than grand theft auto (GTA). Although joyriding, legally known as the unlawful taking or driving of […]
