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As reported at Breitbart.com, San Francisco officials are considering a law that would require citizens and police officers to have lockboxes in their cars if they are carrying a weapon. ...
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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…
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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…
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It can happen in an instant. A busy shift at your restaurant, a convincing fake ID at your store, and suddenly you're facing a serious charge. This leads to the urgent question: serving alcohol to a minor is classified as what type of crime? In California, it's a misdemeanor. While you might wonder, 'is selling…
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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. ...
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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…
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Many times in the heat of the moment, a person will say "I'm going to kill you" or "You better watch your back." While these may seem like meaningless words, in many situations they are considered criminal threats. ...
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It’s a frightening scenario: you’re in a public place when a nearby gathering suddenly becomes chaotic, and you get swept up in a wave of arrests. You may not have even been part of the event, but in the eyes of the law, your presence was enough. Being charged with unlawful assembly California can happen…
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Those facing a criminal charge need to fully understand the charges against them. Indecent exposure means that a person has exposed themselves sexually to another person against their will for the purpose of gratifying themselves or upsetting the other person. ...
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