California had a goal of lessening prison populations by resentencing those convicted of non-violent crimes, and it accomplished this goal by implementing Prop 47 ; unfortunately, there are still ...
Most criminal convictions will result in criminal penalties, but did you know that certain acts could result in civil penalties in addition to criminal penalties? In fact, those convicted of ...
Facing criminal charges is no easy task and watching a loved one receive a conviction after weeks or months of fighting is arguably a difficult thing to witness. However, just because a trial is over, ...
Did you know that, whether convicted for the crime or not, an arrest may appear on someone’s record? This fact means that when an employer does a background check on someone, his or her arrest record ...
Marijuana has been a recreational drug in California for some time, and while many are at home celebrating that fact, there are still thousands of Californians in prison for marijuana possession ...
A majority of Californians commute to work, which means a driver’s license is a necessity for many jobs. Unfortunately, some criminal convictions can result in having your license suspended or revoked ...
