When someone you know, even love, accuses you of assault, harassment, stalking, or domestic violence, you may feel hurt and betrayed. You may not know what to do. But what you can’t afford to do is wait to hire a lawyer experienced at defending against restraining orders (sometimes called “protective orders” or “stay-away orders”). Attorney […]
San Diego Stalking Lawyer: 646.9 (PC)
Stalking, whether done online or in person, is a crime that can leave someone fearing for their life or the safety of their family. California has enacted many laws to protect citizens from stalking, cyberstalking, cyberbullying, and cyber harassment, all of which are covered by Penal Code sections 646.9 (PC). If you have been accused of […]
Peeping Tom Laws In California: California Penal Code Sections 647 (i) and (j) (PC)
California law has two penal code subsections to protect the public from violations of their privacy by those commonly called “peeping Toms.” The first covers peeking at someone while loitering, while the second involves using a device of some kind to violate someone’s privacy. If you have been accused of either of these crimes, a […]
Making Harassing, Threatening or Obscene Phone Calls in California
Most people have prank called at least a few phone numbers in their lifetimes. And realistically, there’s no real harm in asking someone if their refrigerator is running. But when prank phone calls get out of hand and start involving threats, obscenity or repeated calls to the same victim, they become a form of harassment […]
When to Call a Trespassing Lawyer in Vista
Basic trespassing, filed under California Penal Code 602 (PC), involves entering someone’s property without permission or a right to do so. This offense is usually only charged as an infraction or misdemeanor, punishable by a fine or jail sentence. On the other hand, aggravated trespassing, filed under California Penal Code section 601 (PC), is a […]
