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What Does it Mean to Plead the 5th?

The phrase "to plead the 5th" is widely known but often misunderstood, so just what does it mean to plead…

10 months ago

What Does it Mean to Take the Law Into Your Own Hands?

You’ve probably heard this common phrase, but just what does it mean to “take the law into your own hands”?…

10 months ago

What is a Ponzi Scheme?

Ponzi schemes have a notorious reputation in the realm of financial fraud, but exactly what is a Ponzi scheme? What…

10 months ago

What is the Difference Between a Defense Attorney and a Prosecutor?

They’re key players in legal proceedings, but exactly what is the difference between a defense attorney and a prosecutor? If…

11 months ago

My Family Member Was Arrested for Drug Possession, What Do I Do Next?

Finding out that someone in your family has been arrested for drug possession can be stressful, and this phrase —…

11 months ago

What You Need to Know if You’ve Been Charged with Identity Theft

It can be overwhelming and scary to face any type of criminal charges, yet knowledge can bring some peace of…

11 months ago

My Family Member Was Arrested, What Do I Do Next?

You get the phone call that nobody wants to get, and all you can think is “My family member was…

1 year ago

What You Need to Know if You’ve Been Charged with Murder

For most people, what you need to know if you’ve been charged with murder is far beyond their personal knowledge…

1 year ago

New Law: Child Trafficking Added to 3 Strikes List

Many new California laws have taken effect with the start of the new year, including the Senate Bill 14 new…

1 year ago

New CA Law: Mental Health Diversion Defendants Required to Relinquish Firearms

People convicted of certain crimes in California are prohibited from owning or possessing guns, and now there’s a new CA…

1 year ago