We once discussed how cat hair helped authorities track down a mail bomber. As it turns out, man’s best friend can play a critical role in the justice system as well. In fact, one black lab recently saved a man from going to prison. It’s things like this that prove how important it can be […]
Unlawful Sodomy Charges in California – Oceanside Sex Crimes Lawyer
Sodomy is essentially a fancy name for anal sex. This act is entirely legal in every state in the union since the Supreme Court ruled on Lawrence Vs. Texas in 2003. But forceful sodomy and sodomy of a child are not legal in California and most other states, just like forceful oral copulated. If you […]
Is Breastfeeding Public Indecency? Rancho Bernardo Sex Crime Lawyer
Depending on who you talk to, breastfeeding is a natural, beautiful act of love between a mother and a child that should be done anywhere at any time or a necessary motherly function that should be done in private just like going to the bathroom. No matter how you feel about breastfeeding though, it doesn’t […]
When a Victim Dies 20 Years Later, You Could Still Face Murder Charges
When you imagine someone murdering another person, you probably picture the death happening fairly soon. Even in cases where the victim doesn’t die immediately and is taken to the hospital, they usually die soon afterwards. But even if a victim dies 20 years down the line, if the cause of death was attributed to something […]
Using Autopilot Doesn’t Mean You Can Drink and Drive
Cars are becoming increasingly autonomous, starting first with cruise control, then with driver assistance features and now even with Tesla’s Autopilot. But none of these options make the vehicle fully autonomous and that means you still cannot drive drunk behind the wheel according to Del Mar drunk driving lawyer Peter M. Liss. The Future is […]
Understanding Mistrials and Hung Juries: Oceanside Criminal Attorney
Everyone has heard of hung juries and mistrials and while most people understand that a hung jury occurs when the jurors cannot come to a unanimous decision, fewer know that hung juries result in mistrials (other things can cause mistrials too, more on that later). Even fewer still understand what happens when a mistrial is […]
Rounding Up Sex Offenders for Public Safety? Vista Sex Crimes Lawyers
Sex offenders are a diverse group that can range from teenagers who have sent another teen photos in a sext to violent rapists. Sex offenders as a group are largely viewed as a danger to children even though only a portion of them are actually attracted to children sexually. That fact didn’t stop the mayor […]
Is Domestic Violence A Felony In California?
Domestic violence arrests can result in either misdemeanor or felony charges. Ultimately, the decision will fall with the district attorney, who will decide whether to file felony or misdemeanor charges. In some cases, the D.A. may decide not to file any charges at all. Felony or Misdemeanor Charges? While domestic violence filed under Penal Code […]
California’s 10-20-Life Rule: Oceanside Violent Crimes Lawyers
California’s 10-20-Life law, also known as the “use a gun and you’re done” law, adds additional penalties when you use a gun during the commission of certain crimes. The law was originally enacted in 1998 to deter people from using guns to commit violent crimes and it recently went through some changes allowing judges more […]
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,” […]
