California’s three-strikes law has been around for a long time. Since its inception, the law has been hotly contested. Fans of the three-strike law point out that it’s an excellent way to keep dangerous criminals off the streets. The same experts are also quick to point out that the individuals who run afoul of the three […]
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How the Press Will Handle California Protests in 2022
03
Jan
Jan
One of the concerns many people have recently voiced is that there have been instances of the police making it difficult for members of the press to cover protests. The issue has been hotly debated in California, a debate that led to the creation of the SB98 Bill. It’s easy to understand the press’s frustration […]
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Smoking in Your Car
20
Dec
Dec
Strictly speaking, you’re not prohibited from smoking cigarettes or vaping tobacco in your car. That doesn’t mean it’s a great idea. The biggest issue connected to smoking while driving is the risk of you having a distracted moment. Even though it probably only takes you a split second to light your cigarette, that’s a second […]
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Using or Brandishing an Imitation Firearm
20
Dec
Dec
It’s no secret that no matter what crime you’re charged with, things will always go from bad to worse if you bring a weapon onto the scene. The consequences of having a weapon are so bad, that many criminals have fallen into the habit of not carrying any real firearms or knives while engaged in […]
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What to do When the Police Want to Question You
11
Dec
Dec
It doesn’t matter if it’s a phone call asking that you schedule an appointment or if officers knock on your door. Learning that the police want to talk to you is enough to strike terror into your heart, even if you haven’t done anything wrong. When you learn that the police want to speak to […]
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Tailgating in California
11
Dec
Dec
There are two types of tailgating in California. The fun kind involves loading up your pickup, gathering a bunch of friends, and feasting in the parking lot while you prepare for a big football game. That kind of tailgating is fun and legal. It’s also not the type of tailgating this article explores. The type […]
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How to Safely Discuss True Crime
07
Dec
Dec
True crime is not a new obsession. For decades there have been movies, documentaries, and television shows that cover true crime events. Several authors have built their entire careers by writing about true crime. The difference between now and even just ten years ago is that it’s suddenly possible for the average person to start […]
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Legal Self-Defense Weapons in California
07
Dec
Dec
There are some weapons that California lawmakers don’t want you to have and some that you’re legally allowed to have and use for self-defense purposes. Firearms First, you can legally own a gun in California for self-defense purposes provided you’ve gone through the proper training and licensing process. Not only do you have to go […]
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When Can Police Search Without a Warrant?
27
Nov
Nov
The issue of when the police can and can’t conduct a search without a warrant has always been a sensitive issue. It’s also an important issue and one that should be explored with every single case that involves searches and evidence. The reason it’s so important to know when the police can and can’t search […]
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What is Aggravated Mayhem
27
Nov
Nov
The term, aggravated mayhem, sounds kind of fun. However, the laughter will quickly die away if you’re ever charged with aggravated mayhem. It turns out that from a legal standpoint, it’s not nearly as fun as the name implies. From a legal standpoint, an aggravated mayhem charge indicates that you were engaged in some sort […]