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There is no plan to put California under martial law. Rumors of martial law in California have been circulating since Governor Gavin Newsom issued his Executive Order on March 19, 2020, ordering Californians to shelter in place at home or their place of residence. The shelter in place order came after the Governor issued a… read more

Sometimes people are falsely accused of misconduct or criminal behavior. In some cases, those false accusations can result in criminal charges. Other times, those allegations can adversely affect rights pertaining to your children and family. Those are some serious consequences for something that’s untrue. If you’re facing false allegations in court, it’s important to know… read more

Sometimes, as a part of your probation requirement, you’ll be required to wear an electronic monitor on your ankle. The ankle bracelet transmits a wireless signal that allows the state to keep an eye on your location. If you exceed the boundaries of your house arrest, the company keeping an eye on your monitor will… read more

You’re entitled to certain rights when you’re charged with a crime in California. These rights help to ensure that the criminal proceedings against you are fair and that you have every opportunity to defend yourself. One fundamental right includes the requirement that you’re arraigned before a judge within a reasonable time after your arrest. For… read more

Earlier this summer, a video depicting a woman stealing a “Make America Great Again” hat from a man’s head went viral. The clip showed UC Riverside student Edith Macias, 22, grabbing the hat from a classmate and accusing him of advocating genocide. While stealing someone’s hat may not seem like a major crime, Macias was… read more

Warrants are an important part of our criminal justice system. They help to protect you from unreasonable and invasive police actions. There are three primary types of warrants in California: search, arrest, and bench. It is important to understand the function of each of these warrants and when they can be issued. Search Warrants You… read more

Is it legal to get an abortion in California? Thanks to the landmark Supreme Court decision in Roe v. Wade, women do currently have the right to make decisions about their own reproductive lives. However, many states, including California, do place some restrictions on when, where, and how women can make the choice to terminate… read more

Have you ever had the urge to flip off a police officer during or after a traffic stop? Maybe you were pulled over for barely exceeding the limit, or perhaps the officer was just curt and unpleasant during your interaction. You may have thought twice before giving them the finger, fearing that it may be… read more

The holiday shopping season is underway in Los Angeles and retailers are on the lookout for crimes of theft. This includes acts of return fraud, where items that have been stolen or purchased at another store are exchanged for cash. Return fraud is a crime of theft in Los Angeles and can carry significant criminal… read more

If you are given an order by a Los Angeles court you are required, by law, to follow that order. Violating a court order can have serious consequences, including jail time and criminal charges. If you are facing charges for violating a court order in Los Angeles you should not hesitate to contact an attorney…. read more