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How Serious Are Wage Theft Charges?

How Serious Are Wage Theft Charges? Wage theft is a topic that can strike fear in the hearts of both employees and employers. For workers, it can mean being denied hard-earned pay. For employers, it can lead to costly legal battles, reputational damage, and even

Property Damage Penalties Just Got Tougher: What You Need to Know About AB 1960

In 2025, California introduced Assembly Bill 1960 (AB 1960), aimed at imposing stricter penalties on individuals who take, damage, or destroy property while committing a felony. This new law reflects California’s commitment to deterring high-value property crimes and ensuring that offenders face appropriate consequences. Below,

Top 3 Reasons to Call Your Fresno Criminal Defense Attorney

The top 3 reasons to call Your Fresno Criminal Defense Attorney, Mark A. Broughton. #3 You are accused of a crime. Felonies, Federal Crimes, White Collar Crimes, Violent Crimes, Gang Crimes and Sex Crimes. Mark Broughton has 40+ years of experience as a defense attorney.

What Drug Crimes Are Felonies?

What Are Drug Crimes? Drug crimes range anywhere from possession to drug trafficking, so the legal defenses and penalties vary greatly. Drug crimes include: Possession Possession for sale Manufacturing Under the influence DUI Cultivating, selling, or possessing more than the allowed amount of marijuana What