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Do You Need a Lawyer at an Arraignment in California?

Lawyer At An Arraignment
If you have been arrested for allegedly committing a crime, the first step in your criminal case will be the arraignment. The arraignment is the first time a defendant appears in criminal court, and you do have the right to have your attorney present at an arraignment. While it can be important to have a criminal defense lawyer in LA represent you for your first impression in court, you are not...

Do You Need a Criminal Defense Attorney If You Are Innocent?

Do You Need A Criminal Defense Attorney
Everyday, innocent people are charged with a crime that they did not commit. Even with a legal system that requires the prosecution prove charges beyond a reasonable doubt, many innocent people still unfortunately end up convicted and sentenced to prison. When you are facing criminal charges, the last thing you want to do is take a risk when your freedom is at stake. Therefore, innocent people should especially hire a...

What Is The Minimum Sentence For Money Laundering In California?

[caption id="attachment_6716" align="alignnone" width="1000"] Hundred-dollar bills hanging on a clothesline. Money laundering convictions can be prosecuted as a misdemeanor or a felony, which means high fines and jail time without an experienced defense attorney.[/caption] The minimum penalty for a money laundering conviction depends on the specifics of the case in question. The first step to take when charged is to contact a Los Angeles money laundering attorney who can represent...

How Long Do You Go to Jail for Tax Evasion in California?

An auditor examining documents.
The general answer to how long you will spend in county jail for California tax evasion is one year. However, the state has two codes devoted to breaking down tax evasion. These statutes are California Revenue and Taxation Code Sections 19705 and 19706. Each code has separate punishments, including prison time and no jail time. Tax evasion in California is the illegal act of not filing a tax return, not reporting...

How Long Do You Go to Jail for Credit Card Theft in California?

hacker using stolen credit card with laptop
The short answer is jail time for credit card theft in California ranges from six months to one year. However, the detailed answer is more complex. The specific amount of time you may spend in county jail for credit card theft in California depends on the severity and circumstances of your criminal case.  For instance, credit card theft can be a petty or grand theft crime. The amount of county...

How Do You Defend Yourself Against False Accusations?

false accusation defense infographic
 When you receive charges for a crime you did not commit, you can receive jail sentences, probation, and significant fines. Conversely, even if you are not proven guilty, you still face severe, and possibly irreversible, damages to your reputation. Therefore, you must take legal action to fight false accusations and protect your future. But how can you defend against false accusations? We have outlined our defense strategies for wrongful...

Do You Have to Identify Yourself to a Police Officer in California?

A police officer in California asks a woman to identify herself.
California does not have a "Stop and Identify" statute requiring you to provide identification to the police when asked. Just because police ask for your ID doesn't mean you have to show it. Police cannot force you to show ID without just cause, so they cannot arrest you for simply refusing to identify yourself. However, the situation in which you are asked for ID matters when deciding whether you must...

How to Expunge a Criminal Record in Los Angeles

gavel atop paper with words criminal record expungement
California law allows some criminal convictions to be “expunged” or essentially removed from your record. Getting your conviction expunged can help you apply for jobs, earn certain types of licenses, and rebuild a life that does not carry the stigma of your past conviction.  However, not all crimes can be expunged. Additionally, judges will often wrongly deny a request to expunge, even if it is legitimate. Fortunately, we can tell...