Leah Legal Criminal Defense Information

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May 2023

How Does California Law Define Elder Abuse?

If you face charges for elder abuse, it is crucial to understand the charges and the potential repercussions if the court finds you guilty. That will assist you in properly planning your defense, including gathering and compiling substantial evidence against your charges. The...

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May 2023

What is Considered Child Abduction In California?

Child abduction is a crime punishable under Penal Code 278. The law considers it a criminal offense to take, withhold, entice away, or conceal a child from their legal guardian or parent in violation of a court order or without valid permission. By this very definition, child...

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May 2023

What Does It Mean to Cause “Corporal Injury to a Spouse”?

Domestic violence-related convictions usually carry severe penalties. You could lose custody of your child or children or the ability to visit them at your partner's. You could also be subject to prison or jail time, probation, or hefty fines, based on the severity and nature...

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May 2023

When is Evading an Officer a Felony in California?

California law makes it a crime to evade or attempt to flee from a police officer who is actively pursuing you. While evading a law enforcement officer will always attract a criminal charge, you will be charged with a more serious crime if your act involves reckless driving and...

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Apr 2023

How do I Expunge a California DUI from my Record?

Drunk driving is a severe offense under California law. A conviction for drunk driving crimes attracts severe legal penalties and life-changing collateral consequences. In addition to spending time behind bars, having a DUI conviction on your record will impact your ability to...

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Apr 2023

What is Theft of Credit Card Information Laws in California

Theft of credit card information occurs when there is an unauthorized acquisition and use of another person's credit card information for fraudulent purposes. Most offenders obtain the card number, expiration date, and security code and use it for fraudulent means, including...

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Feb 2023

What is Criminal Negligence?

When a person fails to exercise the level of care that a reasonably prudent person would use in similar circumstances and has a legal duty to take particular actions or precautions, resulting in harm to another person, it is considered criminal negligence. This type of criminal...

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Feb 2023

What is Considered Assault on a Police Officer

California assault laws criminalized the willful use of force or threats of violence against another person. If you assault a law enforcement officer, you could be arrested and charged under California Penal Code 241. Police officers are a protected group of individuals in...