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Sexual assault allegations can have lasting ramifications that threaten your life, reputation, and career. For this reason, it’s vital that those accused investigate all potential legal defense strategies thoroughly in order to form a solid response. An attorney can help significantly in this endeavor, but it would still be helpful for you to know some… read more

Domestic violence often serves as a precursor to murder, shaping the legal, emotional, and forensic aspects of a case in ways that require careful analysis. When a homicide occurs in a setting where domestic abuse has been a factor, the case can become significantly more complex. The presence of a history of abuse can influence… read more

It can be Illegal to have sex in your car. Maybe your date went really well. Or, perhaps you’re trying to steal a moment alone, away from the kids to be close to your spouse. Whatever the reason, you find yourself having sex in your car. Is that legal in California? Does it depend on… read more

Suicide is the act of taking your own life. California’s laws do not criminalize suicide. The End of Life Option Act allows someone to take his or her life with prescribed medications. However, a California statute makes it illegal for someone to encourage or help another person commit suicide. A conviction under this statute is… read more

Domestic violence is physical, emotional, financial, or sexual abuse against an intimate partner and include threatened abuse. Under California law, an intimate partner includes: A spouse or former spouse A cohabitant or former cohabitant A romantic partner or former romantic partner The mother or father of a shared child If you’ve been accused of domestic… read more

Exigent circumstances allow police to conduct a search and seizure without a warrant when immediate action is necessary. These situations include preventing imminent danger to life or property, stopping a suspect from escaping, or preventing the destruction of evidence. Courts determine exigent circumstances on a case-by-case basis, and the state must prove both the emergency… read more

Yes, escorts are legal in Los Angeles, and the industry is strictly regulated, with a need for a special permit to legally offer companionship services. Escorts are  individuals who are paid to spend time with you. They can be hired to accompany you to a public outing or family event, or simply to sit and… read more

There are different types of trespassing charges in California, and the severity of the charges depends on the circumstances that led to the offense. It can be charged as an infraction, a misdemeanor, or a felony, but most cases of trespass are charged as misdemeanors. Penal Code 602 specifically states the different means by which… read more

You might think stealing a package from someone’s porch is a petty crime. After all, it’s not like robbing a bank or committing a violent act, right? The reality, however, is far more serious. Taking packages that don’t belong to someone else – especially those delivered by Amazon – can cross into the realm of… read more

There are many steps in the process of going to trial for a criminal matter in California. One of the court hearings that you must attend is a readiness conference. Readiness conferences are also referred to as status hearings or status conferences. The court may set multiple status hearings if it deems them necessary for… read more