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Lock Boxes for Guns in SF: What if You’re Charged?

in Laws For many, a vehicle is an extension of the home, but when it comes to firearm storage, the laws are very different and can be confusing. A potential law requiring lock boxes for guns in SF vehicles underscores how critical it is for gun owners to be proactive about secure storage on the go. A… Read More

What Is a Bail Bond & How Does It Work?

in Bail Bonds After an arrest, the initial shock quickly turns into one urgent question: How do I get them out of jail fast? The legal system can feel overwhelming, especially when you're worried about a loved one. You're suddenly expected to understand a whole new process. This guide is here to give you clear answers. We'll break… Read More

What Is an Alias Warrant? Your Guide to Next Steps

in Laws On television, a warrant is a simple, dramatic event. Police show up, announce it, and the story moves on. In real life, the situation is far more complex and stressful. There isn't just one kind of warrant; there are several, and each one is issued for a different reason and requires a different response. A… Read More

Felony Assault Charges: What You Need to Know

in Laws Most people think they know what assault is, but the legal system sees it very differently. An assault charge can range from a misdemeanor to a much more serious offense, depending on the specific details of the incident. When the charge is elevated to Felony Assault, it means certain lines have been crossed in the… Read More

CA Inmate Realignment

in News A decision by the Supreme Court in 2011 has had a dramatic impact on the jail and prison system in California. Although posting bail helps free up more space in prisons and jails, it was ruled that the current prison system was overcrowded and far beyond capacity. It was determined that the overcrowding was violating the rights… Read More

The Reality of CA’s Prop 47

in News In November of 2014, the “Safe Neighborhoods and Schools Act,” also known as Proposition 47 was passed with 60 percent of the vote in the state of California. This law was designed to downgrade property, as well as drug possession crimes from felonies to misdemeanors. ... Read More

Prison Overcrowding & Bail Bonds

in Prisons California Governor Jerry Brown, addressing a recent meeting of federal Ninth Circuit trial and appellate judges on prison litigation, argued that California law has "gone too far" in requiring determinate or fixed-term sentences in criminal cases and that inmate conduct should be a factor in the determination of how much jail time to serve. ... Read More

How an Inmate Debate Team Beat Harvard’s Best

in Prisons We often hold preconceived notions about people who are incarcerated. But what if those ideas were completely turned upside down? A story from the Eastern New York Correctional Center does just that. Through a partnership with Bard College, a group of incarcerated men formed a debate team that went head-to-head with some of the brightest… Read More