Sodomy is essentially a fancy name for anal sex. While consensual sodomy is legal, when one party does not consent, it is a crime under California Penal Code 286 (PC). The consequences for forceful sodomy or the sodomy of a child are similar to those for forceful oral copulation, rape with a foreign object, and […]
1203.2 (PC): Probation Violation Lawyer in San Diego
California is increasingly turning to probation to save money over incarcerating non-violent offenders. If you have been charged with a crime in San Diego, you could be sentenced to probation in place of part or all of a potential jail or prison term, even if you are found guilty of a felony. While probation is […]
CPAC GPS and SCRAM Ankle Monitors in Vista and San Diego County
With authorities increasingly trying to find realistic solutions to jail crowding, ankle monitors are more popular than ever. But those court-ordered to use any type of ankle monitor are hardly living the easy life. Even so, this alternative to incarceration is still generally better than going to jail or prison. What Kinds of Ankle Monitors […]
The Difference Between Assault and Battery In California
There are many reasons that people mistakenly believe the terms assault and battery can be used interchangeably. For one thing, police procedurals often lump the two together when detectives speak with one another. But more realistically, it’s because some states lump the two acts together. In California, however, the two crimes are very distinct. When […]
Defenses and Sentences for Hate Crimes In California
People commit crimes for many reasons, but jurors are usually more sympathetic when an offense was performed out of desperation or a result of a personal conflict rather than due to biased, hateful beliefs. To help protect the civil rights of individuals and punish those who victimize others based on prejudice, California has enacted many […]
CA Penal Code 289 (PC): Forcible Sexual Penetration With a Foreign Object
In California, forced sex charges aren’t limited to acts involving rape with a penis. They can also include acts of oral copulation by force or fear or an act of non-consensual sexual penetration with an object, including another body part. Forcible penetration with a foreign object is a sex crime under California Penal Code section 289 (PC), and the offense carries serious criminal […]
What Happens to Your Stuff When You go to Prison?
When you’re incarcerated, you are stuck behind bars and unable to access your bank accounts or pay bills. So what happens to your house and personal belongings when you go to jail? That’s actually a common question many clients ask their criminal lawyer. Unfortunately, the answer is sadly complex, which is one of the […]
Possession of a Firearm and Drugs in California
Some drugs cause paranoia, and dealing and purchasing drugs can sometimes be dangerous. With these things in mind, it’s not surprising that many people who are arrested with drugs also carry weapons. Unfortunately, just carrying a gun and any amount of certain drugs is a criminal act in itself. Here’s what you should know about California’s possession of […]
What Rights do Felons Lose in California?
Felons in California are subject to many penalties, even after they serve their time and pay off their criminal fines. The good news is that California does not restrict the constitutional rights of felons nearly as much as other states. Unfortunately, the state still does have many restrictions on what felons are not able to […]
What is the Sentence for Grand Theft in California?
If you are accused of stealing something in California, the charges can be filed as either grand theft or petty theft, depending on the value of the goods. Grand theft, also known as grand larceny, occurs when stolen property is valued at $950 or more, whereas petty theft is charged when the value is lower. If you […]
