If all the facts in a case were immediately obvious, the court’s job would be a lot easier, but as it stands, we have to rely on testimony, forensics, expert opinion and other forms of evidence to help guide the judge and jury to the right conclusion. Unfortunately, these things don’t always tell a complete, […]
Peeping Tom Laws In California
California law has two specific penal code subsections to protect the public from those commonly called “peeping Toms.” The first covers peeking while loitering while the second involves using a device of some kind to violate someone’s privacy. If you have been accused of either of these crimes, a San Diego criminal lawyer can help […]
Understanding California’s Lynching Laws
When you hear the word lynching, you probably think of a horrific scene where someone takes the life of an innocent person merely due to his or her race or religion, but under California state law, the term actually refers to rioters working to take a person under police custody. Here’s what you should know […]
Sorry Griswolds, Christmas Vacation Means Jail Time
Christmas vacation might be a modern Christmas classic, but it’s also a classic example of how people fail to understand the law. In fact, if the Griswold family Christmas took place in California, cousin Eddie would likely be spending the New Year behind bars. Only a San Diego criminal lawyer could help him get out […]
Could the Addams Family Be Charged With Child Endangerment?
It’s fine to be creepy and kooky, mysterious and spooky, but the Addams family’s parenting skills are pretty much all together ooky -and that could be a problem. While the Addams parents are certainly a loving, caring and cooperative couple who would never abuse their children, the law requires parents to keep their children safe […]
How to Have Your Criminal Record Expunged in San Diego
If you have been convicted of a crime, it will remain on your record unless it is expunged. When that occurs, you can legally answer “no” on job and housing applications that ask if you have been convicted of a crime -unless you are applying for a state license, a public job or a position […]
Is Batman Guilty of Child Endangerment?
Recently, Dorkly posted a comic about the issues facing Batman’s newest ward, while io9 ranked the Caped Crusader as #1 in their list of heroes who should be arrested for child endangerment. While the first one is obviously a joke, the io9 article makes a good case. So, is Batman guilty of child endangerment or […]
Alternatives to Incarceration in San Diego County
As local jails and prisons have become increasingly overcrowded, state and county law makers have been striving to develop more alternatives to incarceration for non-violent offenders. If you are being charged with a non-violent crime, or if you have already been convicted for one, a top San Diego criminal lawyer like Peter M. Liss can […]
What People Are Saying: San Diego Criminal Lawyer Peter Liss
If you’re looking for a top criminal lawyer in San Diego, the reviews of past clients can tell you a lot about the quality of service you can expect to recieve. San Diego criminal attorney Peter M. Liss doesn’t just claim to be a compassionate, qualified lawyer with a proven track record and reasonable rates, […]
How Many Charges Would the Serenity Crew Face In “Ariel?”
The world of the Serenity/Firefly franchise may be set in a distant future, but Joss Whedon has said that the Alliance is based on a blend between modern China and modern America. That being said, the lack of censorship and revenge taken against those who fought for the Browncoats in the war leads San Diego […]
