One of the most common questions people ask their San Diego criminal lawyer is “what rights do you lose with a felony conviction in California?” And the good news is that California does not restrict the rights of felons nearly as much as other states. Unfortunately, you will still lose some rights if you have […]
The Legal Challenges of Rogue’s Power in The X-Men
Rogue is one of the X-Men’s most powerful and famous characters, with the ability to absorb the memories and life force of anyone she touches and even absorb and use the powers of other mutants. If she touches someone long enough, she could even kill them. So what legal problems could Rogue’s powers present? Here’s […]
Is California’s Revenge Porn Law Constitutional?
One of the hardest jobs of America’s higher courts is the balancing of personal rights with the rights guaranteed in the Constitution. The right to free speech, for example, is very important, but not unlimited. It’s up to the courts to decide which rights are the most important in cases where one right conflicts with […]
In California, Hazing Can be Illegal -San Diego Defense Lawyer
One of the first things many people associate with fraternities is the centuries-old tradition of hazing new pledges, but after deaths started springing up around the country related to hazing activities, many states, including California, started banning dangerous hazing rituals. If you have been charged with a crime related to hazing or want to make […]
Understanding California’s New “Yes Means Yes” Law
Last month, a new bill was signed into effect in California that clearly defines what college campuses consider consent to participate in sexual activities. Under the law, affirmative consent is required before two parties engage in sex. Here’s what you should know about the law, courtesy of criminal attorney Peter M. Liss. The most important […]
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 […]
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 […]
