There is no other set of crimes that leave the person convicted braded for life. Sex crimes are vilified by the public in ways that no other crime is. Have you ever thought about why there is a registry for sex offenders and not for murderers? Someone who takes a life can walk out of […]
Los Angeles is the 3rd busiest airport in the world. It is estimated to accommodate 64 million passengers a year. This is a major international hub which means that the opportunity to traffic drugs is pretty reasonable. But how does one start the process of international drug trafficking? But not every international drug trafficking charge […]
Los Angeles is one of the party capitals of the world. From fine dining to dance clubs, Los Angeles has a place for almost any personality on any budget. From rooftop bars to street level taverns, the drinks pour easy and taste delicious. Drinking is a great American past time. It’s a social norm to […]
Perhaps you’ve seen the commercials for popular genetic-testing companies on TV or online. These businesses can take a quick sample of saliva and give you your DNA ancestry and genetic health risk predisposition. Sounds helpful and intriguing, yes? But you might be surprised to find out that the police are interested in your DNA profile […]
In 2002, legislation known as Laura’s Law was passed which permits a Los Angeles criminal defense attorney to petition the court on your behalf to order certain individuals to obtain mandatory outpatient mental health treatment. Mostly used for severely mentally ill adults who have a history of acts of violence towards themselves or others despite […]
We all know that DUI is a serious offense. It carries heavy penalties from fines to jail time. You can temporarily or permanently lose your driving privileges, and the mark stays on your record for years at best, forever at worst. But is it considered a felony? Felony DUI convictions come with much greater penalties […]
There are few crimes in the United States that garner the immediate hatred that child pornography crimes do. If you ever find yourself on the receiving end of child pornography charges, it can seem like the world is coming down on you in an instant. Chances are the media will get word of the arrest […]
In the modern era, the internet is used for everything from education to socializing. People of all ages use the internet as a part of their daily lives, whether for messaging friends on their cell phones or using their tablets or computers to banter with strangers in chat rooms and online forums. It’s rare that […]
White collar crime is one of the most common criminal charges levied against those in the business world. Whether you work at the lowest level of a company or are the CEO, you could find yourself at the forefront of a criminal investigation. Our Los Angeles white collar crime attorney would like to examine the […]
When you are charged with a crime, it can be terrifying. It can be even scarier when that crime involves the Internet. Why? Because, Internet crimes often enter the realm of federal charges along with state charges, because technically, the crime crosses state lines. This can mean serious prison time because most federal crimes have […]
Did you know that, in many jurisdictions, police are required to take both parties of a domestic violence call to the jail? That’s two mugshots. Two reputations ruined. “They both had marks consistent with striking,” the police may say. “Therefore, we will let the courts decide who was responsible.” What if you are not guilty. […]
Child pornography is an all too common crime in California and the rest of the country. Children are exploited daily for monetary gain and a lot of it is done digitally. If you are ever found to be in possession of child pornography you will face hefty fines and years in prison. You might also […]