In most people’s minds, the distinction between manslaughter and murder charges is whether or not the killing was intentional or not. But in the legal system, things aren’t so simple as that. In fact, while involuntary manslaughter is usually a result of an accidental death that was caused by recklessness or criminally negligent behavior, voluntary […]
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 […]
Hiring a Fake Hitman is a Very Real Crime: Vista Murder-For-Hire Lawyer
A recent article in the New York Times uncovered a strange side of the dark web, where murder-for-hire sites are plentiful, but assassins are non-existent. That being said, those who visit the sites are often criminals and are often caught and charged for trying to have someone killed. Many of these suspects are surprised when […]
Understanding the Complexities of California’s Assisted Suicide Law
Governor Jerry Brown made headlines recently when he authorized a new assisted suicide bill for terminally ill patients. That doesn’t mean anyone interested in committing suicide or helping suffering patients can go about the process without serious effort though. If you are accused of aiding, advising or encouraging a suicide without following the proper legal […]
San Diego Cold Cases Defense Lawyer: You Can be Arrested Years Later
While we already discussed the California statute of limitations and how they apply to criminal cases, it’s important to remember that not all crimes are affected by these limits. When it comes to crimes that do not have a statute of limitations, or those where there are particularly lengthy times for the statute of limitations […]
How to Fight Attempted Murder Charges in San Diego, CA
The concept of attempted murder seems pretty simple, but in practice, these trials can be fairly complex and come down to the tiniest details. If you have been accused of this crime, an attempted murder lawyer like Peter M. Liss can help. What is Considered Attempted Murder? Attempted murder charges are filed when the victim […]
