In California, pepper spray is considered a valid form of self defense and can be carried in public for personal safety. But that doesn’t mean just anyone can use it whenever they want. In fact there are some very specific laws regarding the sale and use of pepper spray and failure to follow these rules […]
Have You Been Accused of Armed Robbery in San Diego County?
In California, Robbery is defined as taking the property of another person through the use of force or threat. In many cases, this can involves the use of a firearm, and armed robbery can carry far more serious criminal penalties than a robbery committed without the use of a gun. Anyone accused of this very serious […]
What is a Crime of Moral Turpitude? What’s the Point of These Laws?
There are some crimes in California that are considered “crimes of moral turpitude.” While this term may seem a bit outdated, it is still very relevant when it comes to the law as it can result in additional consequences after you are convicted. Unfortunately, what is considered moral turpitude is a bit of a vague […]
Violating Gun Storage Laws in California Can Leave You Behind Bars
In an effort to keep children from playing with dangerous firearms, California has a number of weapons laws detailing how guns should be stored. Because these laws are vary drastically based on circumstances, it is critical that anyone accused of violating gun storage laws in California immediately contact a top criminal lawyer as soon as […]
Defending Against Crimes Related to the Coronavirus in San Diego
In our continuing coverage of the coronavirus outbreak, we’ve talked about a number of crimes related to the coronavirus, including intentionally infecting others with a disease, breaking quarantine, looting and fraud. But as people have become increasingly worried about the risk of infection, we’re seeing new and sometimes unexpected crimes being committed as a result […]
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. […]
The Best Star Wars Bounty Hunter from a Legal Perspective
With the smashing success of The Mandalorian, nerds everywhere have started to debate who is the best bounty hunter might be in a galaxy far, far away. While everyone will have their own personal opinion about the best Star Wars bounty hunter, criminal lawyers in San Diego know that from a legal perspective, things are […]
A Look Back at All the Crimes in Pulp Fiction -and There’s a Lot
It’s hard to believe, but Quentin Tarantino’s Pulp Fiction celebrated its 25th anniversary in May. To celebrate a legendary film full of violence, drug use and other crimes, violent crimes lawyer Peter M. Liss has taken the time to explore the full range of crimes in Pulp Fiction. The Theft That Kicks it Off While […]
What to Know About California Knife Laws
California Knife laws are notoriously confusing, which is why it’s important to learn more about what knives are and are not illegal in the state and your local area so you never find yourself in trouble for carrying an illegal knife. If you do get charged with carrying an illegal weapon though, weapons crime lawyer […]
The Supreme Court Determines How Much Force Makes a Crime Violent
The law frequently talks about “violent crimes,” but Oceanside violent crimes lawyers know that unless a crime is specifically defined as violent in the law itself, defining what is or is not violent can be a tricky task. That’s particularly true when trying to apply one state’s laws to another or to federal laws. A […]
