Month: October 2015

CA Prison Population

in News The California prison system has long been one of the most over crowded in the country. There have been many efforts by state officials to get the prison population down. ... Read More

Furnishing Alcohol to a Minor

in Laws Furnishing alcohol to a person under the age of 21 in the state of California is a crime. Furnishing alcohol to a minor is classified as a misdemeanor. A person charged with this type of crime can face the prospect of jail time and fines if convicted. If convicted, one should call a bondsman to help… Read More

Arson Laws in CA

in Laws Arson is defined as the willfully, maliciously, or recklessly set fire of any building, forest land, or property. Even if you own the property, such as your house, you could even be charged with arson for setting fire to your own assets. ... Read More

Hate Crime Laws

in Laws In today's world, it is unfortunate that crimes are being committed against others due to their race, nationality, sexual orientation, gender, religion, or disability. Referred to as "hate crimes," they are becoming more prevalent in the United States, as well as around the world. As a result, many states have passed laws where those who… Read More