It is often a bad day when an officer pulls you over as you are driving. Whether you are in the wrong for something or not, it is a situation that can cause anxiety. In the moment, you may forget that you have rights in place to protect you in this type of situation....
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Drug charges can affect your professional license
As a healthcare worker in California, your future and livelihood could be in question if convicted on alcohol or drug charges. Depending on the regulating board, convictions prior to your application may prevent you from receiving a license in the first place....
How can you answer questions about theft charges during an interview?
While stealing something may not have seemed like a big deal at the time, having a theft charge on your record could complicate your ability to find employment in California. However, if you approach the interview process with adequate preparation, you can discuss...
Is theft a misdemeanor in California?
Like many other criminal offenses, there are several degrees of theft. If the police arrest you and the courts charge you for theft in the state of California, it is possible for the courts to charge you with either a misdemeanor or a felony. What the courts charge...
What is a larceny or petty theft charge?
If you are struggling to make ends meet or experience an unexpected financial emergency, you might feel like you can get away with skimming some cash or property from your employer. Though you may feel that your employer is not going to notice or miss anything or that...
What are the types of domestic violence restraining orders?
In California, if you face allegations of domestic violence, the alleger may seek a domestic violence restraining order. The Judicial Branch of California explains that abuse comes in many forms. Abuse may be physical, emotional, psychological or verbal. If your...
Mixed results for criminal justice reform in California
In addition to a Presidency and seats in the House of Representatives, voters in California had their chance to weigh in on issues aimed at increasing fair treatment for people during various stages of their experiences in the state's criminal justice system. The 2020...
Paying for college may be difficult with a drug conviction
Even if you attend a public institution, obtaining a four-year degree in California is not an inexpensive endeavor. After all, the average cost for in-state tuition in the Golden State is roughly $14,300 per year. If you are not from California, though, you probably...
What to know about emotional and verbal domestic violence
Not every domestic violence situation involves physically striking one's partner. Sometimes, blows come in the form of emotional or verbal abuse. The Office on Women's Health describes how verbal and emotional abuse functions. Those facing domestic violence charges...
What are the different possible drug distribution charges?
Not all drug charges are equal. You face a variety of potential charges when law enforcement arrests you for drug distribution. In addition, there are some charges that may have aggravating factors that could lead to harsher sentences or different charges altogether....