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What is Misappropriation of Public Funds

What is Misappropriation of Public Funds

People who enter into public office are expected to follow specific rules, especially when it comes to any money they handle that’s connected to their office. The failure to handle the money correctly is a direct violation of California’s Penal Code 424 PC. California’s Penal Code 424 PC specifically deals with misappropriation, which is the […]

California’s Red Flag Laws

California’s Red Flag Laws

In light of the mass shootings and hostage situations that have taken place throughout the country over the last couple of decades, California lawmakers created what is commonly called the Red Flag Law. This is an interesting law that allows certain people including teachers and employers to seek out a court order that would remove […]

The Difference Between Bench Warrants and Arrest Warrants

The Difference Between Bench Warrants and Arrest Warrants

Many people don’t realize that bench warrants and arrest warrants are two different things. While both have the same end result, you get arrested, they’re handled in two very different ways. What is an Arrest Warrant? Before an arrest warrant can be issued, a judge has to sign off on the document. This happens when […]

Hazing in California

Hazing in California

Hazing started as a fun way to prank some people while initiating others into a fraternity and sorority. The problem with hazing is that while it may have started as fun and games as the years have passed, it has become a humiliating and even potentially dangerous tradition. Recent hazing incidents prompted California lawmakers to […]

Riding Your Bicycle While Intoxicated

Riding Your Bicycle While Intoxicated

One of the issues people run into when they go out for a night of drinking is that while they take steps to make sure they don’t drive while drunk, they fail to realize that there are other things they can get into trouble for while intoxicated. A perfect example of this is someone who […]

California Cities Where Your Car Is Most Likely To Be Stolen

California Cities Where Your Car Is Most Likely To Be Stolen

Car thefts have become an increasingly big headache for police departments across the United States. Shortly after the pandemic started in 2020, law enforcement agencies throughout the United States noticed they were responding to more stolen vehicle reports than they had in past years. “Auto thefts saw a dramatic increase in 2020 versus 2019 in […]

Prison Time Could Change

Prison Time Could Change

A law that many people didn’t know about that goes into effect in 2022 changes how judges handle mandatory minimum prison time when they hand out sentences. The purpose of the law is to give judges more options when it comes to sentencing people for certain crimes. The law reads: “Existing law prohibits granting probation […]

How To Report A Crime In California

How To Report A Crime In California

It doesn’t matter if you’re the victim of a crime or if you have seen a crime take place. You should always report the situation to the police. Here’s how to go about doing just that. Don’t try to take matters into your own hands. One of the biggest mistakes you can make is attempting […]

Gambling In California

Gambling In California

When it comes to gambling, California lawmakers want to make sure that they’re involved in it. It’s okay to play state lotteries and to enjoy a night out at the casino. That’s all fine and dandy. What makes California lawmakers grumpy and could result in you facing criminal charges is gambling in the form of: […]

Blackmail In California

Blackmail In California

Blackmail is commonly used as a plot device in movies, books, etc. It helps add tension, create red herrings and build suspense. Unfortunately, blackmail also commonly happens in real life and when it does, it’s far less fun. In the real world, there can be a great deal of tragic fallout connected to blackmail. Most […]