Most people are against animal abuse, especially when it involves a cute puppy or kitty. But many people believe that when it comes to “pest” animals, such as rats, seagulls, pigeons and opossums don’t deserve the same protections under the law. In fact, animal abuse laws in CA allow you to be charged with animal […]
What to Know About New California Laws in 2020 That May Affect You
A new year just rolled in, and with it, a number of new laws. Some of the laws went into effect on January 1, but many others will not go into effect until later in the year. Here’s a rundown of some of the new California laws in 2020 and how they may affect you. […]
Are Mario and Luigi Drug Addicts That Stomp Turtles While High
Much has been made about the idea that the Super Mario Bros. game simply revolves around Mario and his brother Luigi hallucinating while doing mushrooms. It’s an interesting concept that really does change everything about the game. So assuming it’s true, what does that mean for the brothers from a legal perspective? Here’s what lawyer […]
Bestiality is a Form of Animal Cruelty and Against the Law in CA
One of the most important purposes of the law is to protect those who cannot defend themselves. This is particularly true when it comes to animal abuse, which includes sexual abuse against animals, also known as bestiality (frequently misspelled as beastiality) or zoophilia. Anyone accused of this crime should immediately call a criminal defense attorney as […]
Is it Legal to Ride a Horse While Drunk in California?
Drunk driving defense attorney Peter M. Liss previously discussed how just about anything self-propelled can be considered a vehicle under California DUI codes, but people are still surprised when they hear specific examples explaining just how broad the law is. For example, you can even get a DUI on a horse in California and you’ll face […]
Dog Hoarding Can be a Crime, Not Just a Dangerous Habit
Like all forms of hoarding, animal hoarding is a mental disorder, only while hoarding old news papers only puts the people living in a home in danger, animal hoarding causes suffering to each and every animal involved. That’s why animal hoarders often face criminal charges after the pets are removed from their homes. If you […]
Is Leaving a Dog in a Car a Crime? It is in California.
You probably already know that you shouldn’t leave your dog locked in a car on a hot summer day, but many people still wonder if it is a crime. In fact, leaving your pooch (or other pet) in the vehicle can result in your car window getting smashed, your losing custody of your pet and […]
Defending Against the Anti-Dog Fighting Laws in California
If you have been accused of training or entering your dog in a dog fight or even just attending a dogfight, you can face serious criminal charges. Prosecutors take these cases very seriously and juries are often filled with dog-lovers who are prone to be biased against those accused of these types of charges. That’s […]
