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What is Assault by Means Likely to Produce Great Bodily Injury in Van Nuys?
Penal Code 245(a)(4) describes the crime of committing assault through the application of force likely to cause great bodily injury (GBI). The offense involves not just offensive or harmful touching but also intent to cause substantial harm. The prosecution can still have you convicted even if the “force” missed the victim or did not cause…
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When Does Sexual Assault of a Child Become Aggravated in Van Nuys
Sexual assault of a child involves any criminal engagement or attempt to engage in sexual acts with a minor. It can be a misdemeanor or felony, depending on the nature of the sexual act. Aggravated sexual assault on a child is more serious. It considers the nature of the sexual act, the age of the…
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When is Sexual Harassment at Work Considered a Crime
Workplace sexual harassment can have a devastating impact on the alleged victim. It can affect an employee’s job performance, ability to keep their employment or move up the firm, and overall physical and mental well-being. While the workers can seek compensation by filing a civil claim, civil law does not criminalize the behavior. However, sometimes…
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What is Considered an Attempted Crime?
Individuals in some situations undertake to carry out a crime. However, for some reason, they fail to pull off the crime. The question posed in this situation is, are the individuals criminally culpable? Yes, they are. California’s criminal justice system does not only punish individuals who commit crimes. It also punishes the attempt to commit…
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What is Being an Accessory to Murder
When a person you know commits murder or is about to commit murder, you could face serious criminal charges if you try to help them in any way. California law requires you to cooperate with law enforcement officers in stopping a crime or arresting an offender. Thus, you are to report the crime immediately after…
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Abuso Infantil
24 Feb 22En el Estado de California los padres pueden disciplinar a sus hijos usando la fuerza física y no será delito, siempre y cuando dicha fuerza no sea excesiva. Pero, si la Fiscalía comprueba que sometió al niño a lesiones físicas inhumanas o crueles, que por el castigo el niño sufrió lesiones corporales graves,…
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What is Prosecutorial Misconduct in California?
Prosecutorial misconduct is when a prosecutor violates the professional code of ethics or breaks the law during prosecution. This type of conduct is counterproductive to the goals of the Department of Justice because it makes it challenging for “justice to prevail.” Prosecutors have a duty imposed by their professional obligations and the United States constitution…
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What Are The Consequences Of A DUI Conviction in California?
In California, driving under the influence is one of the most common offenses. The court normally charges a first-time DUI as a misdemeanor offense. However, a DUI charge can have far-reaching consequences. The charge can affect your finances and employment prospects and tarnish your criminal record. Some DUI conviction consequences are short-term, while others have…
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How Can I Get My Felony Dismissed in California?
When accused of a felony, you will be looking at hefty fines and a lengthy prison term upon a conviction. But before it comes to that, you are allowed to defend yourself, prove your innocence and seek to have your charges dismissed before trial. Charge dismissals do not come easy, especially felony charges. No criminal defense…
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What Is Contempt of Court and Will It Affect My Case?
You may be conversant with the phrase ‘contempt of court’ by watching real-life court proceedings or a courtroom drama. But what exactly does the term mean? California PC 166 provides a general definition of contempt of court as engaging in any disrespectful or defiling conduct to the court process or acting in a way that…