While some believe only the shooter is criminally liable in a drive-by shooting, that is far from the truth. Under California law, Penal Code section 26100 (PC) says if your vehicle was used for a drive-by shooting, but you were not present, you could be convicted if the prosecution can prove that you knew your […]
The Carjacking Law Under California Penal Code 215 (PC)
Carjacking is different than other crimes involving breaking into or stealing a motor vehicle in that it involves directly taking the car from someone else through the use of force. Because of the increased level of danger and trauma inflicted on the victims over that experienced through traditional auto theft or car burglary charges, the […]
The Most Common Misdemeanors and Felonies in Vista, California
While attorney Mr. Liss handles all types of criminal charges, he sees some types of cases far more than others. These are some of the offenses he takes the most frequently in the process of defending clients in his Vista practice, which are also some of the most common crimes as detailed by the Public […]
Ghost Gun Charges and Penalties in Vista, California: 24610 (PC) and More
The Second Amendment guarantees Americans the right to bear arms, but legislators and courts are constantly debating exactly where to draw the line on that right. One area of the gun rights issue that’s particularly problematic is the issue of privately made firearms, often called “ghost guns.” These self-made firearms pose a serious threat to […]
Can You be Charged With Attempted Murder if the “Victim” was Already Dead?
Murder is the taking of another person’s life, so naturally, attempted murder is the attempt to take someone’s life. So would it be murder if someone attempts to take the life of someone who it turns out has already died? It’s an interesting legal question that has appeared not only in law schools and detective […]
Vista and San Diego Robbery Attorney With 40 Years Experience
Robbery is a serious felony that can result in penalties ranging from 3 years to life depending on the circumstances involved. If you have been accused of robbery, please call Peter Liss as soon as possible to discuss your defense.
Everything You Should Know About Road Rage Charges in Vista
There are many different charges that may be filed in road rage cases that take place in San Diego County. Here are some of the most common offenses.
Attempted Murder Charges Can be Difficult to Prosecute in Vista, California
Attempted murder charges are very serious, but you can defend yourself as long as there is not enough proof that you were actually attempting to kill the victim.
Taking Someone From Police Custody is a Crime Under Penal Code 405(a) (PC)
In the Old West, mob justice was a big problem, which is why California enacted an anti-lynching law in 1933 in order to stop mobs from seizing and harming a suspected criminal in police custody. But as time went on, “lynching” came to be associated with the illegal murder of innocent black people, largely in […]
Negligent Discharge of a Firearm in Vista, California: 246.3 (PC)
Every Forth of July and New Year’s Eve in Vista, you’re bound to hear someone shoot off a gun in celebration, but this activity isn’t just noisy, it’s also dangerous. And because it is dangerous, it’s also illegal under California Penal Code 246.3 (PC), formally known as the “negligent discharge of a firearm.” This criminal […]
