A United States citizen who is arrested for committing a crime will stand before a judge to learn whether or not he or she can post bail to be released from custody pre-trial. What happens if an undocumented immigrant is arrested? Will they be handed over to Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and then deported…
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How Bail can Affect Credit Score
It is no secret that posting bail costs quite a bit of money, even with a bail bond, because it can still be thousands of dollars. Most people who need to pay for something this expensive will typically do so using a credit card because it is the fastest and most secure way to do…
Read MoreCyber-bullying is a Crime in California
In California, cyber-bullying is a crime that is defined by a victim being specifically targeted, harassed, annoyed, or intimidated through electronic communications such as text messages or through social media. Cyber-bullying is taken seriously, whether it was a joke or not, because the situation can end with serious consequences. Two common types of cyber-bullying. One…
Read MoreNext Beach Trip, Bring the Alcohol!
The list of items to pack for a beach trip is pretty straight forward. You need blankets and towels, sun screen, hats, sunglasses, some water and snacks, and some toys like Frisbee’s and footballs. One of the main things that stays off of most people’s beach lists is booze since most beaches ban alcohol. Well…
Read MorePassing Cars While Driving
It is no surprise that Californians spend a lot of time behind the wheels of our cars. This means we spend a lot of time on the road, which makes it very likely that we’ve encountered other drivers who are less than great. Every once in a while, we will come across a driver going…
Read MoreLittering Is Still a Crime
Many people dismiss littering as no big deal. After all, what does it matter if you throw one disposable cup out of your car window while driving? Well, aside from the fact that no one likes to look at garbage, it is never just one person who thinks like that. Thousands of people think that…
Read MoreDistracted Driving in California
In the state of California, it is illegal to drive while distracted. This of course, means no talking or texting on a cell phone while driving. What many people fail to realize, is that this applies to so much more than distractions caused by a cell phone. This law also applies to people who are…
Read MoreVandalism in California
Many people know what vandalism is. We hear about it, and see it, all of the time. Vandalism is taken very seriously in California. Getting caught vandalizing someone’s property can land a person in jail with hefty fines. While many people think they know what constitutes as vandalism, there are a few acts which fall…
Read MorePublic Defenders v. Private Attorneys
Public defenders and hired lawyers serve the same purpose: to defend and fight for their client in court. Their goal is to persuade the jury and the judge that their client is innocent of the charges against them. Although they serve the same purpose, both have pros and cons when defending a client. Public Defender…
Read MoreWhat to do if the Cops Pull You Over
What you do and say to a cop when you are pulled over can have an effect on the outcome of the situation. Anytime you are in the presence of a police officer, especially if they are pulling you over, stopping you, or wanting to question you, it is in your best interest to speak…
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