Should You Keep a Copy of Your California Arrest Record?

Should You Keep a Copy of Your California Arrest Record?

Most people would like to pretend that they were never arrested and never accused of criminal activity. They hope that if they pretend it never happened, that no one will ever learn about the incident. The understandable desire to put an arrest behind them is why few people ever stop to consider whether or not […]

Stay Safe While Taking Advantage of Internet Dating

Stay Safe While Taking Advantage of Internet Dating

The days of going to bars hoping to find that special someone are long over. Bar hopping and awkward getting-to-meet-someone scenarios have pretty much been completely replaced by internet dating sites. There are several reasons internet dating sites are so popular, including the following: They’re considerably less expensive than going to bars and ordering drinks […]

The Best Way to Smoothly Get Through a Traffic Stop

The Best Way to Smoothly Get Through a Traffic Stop

Traffic stops are always a nerve-wracking experience, especially if you’re not sure why the cop is signaling for you to pull over. The good news is that there are some things you can do to make the entire process go more smoothly. Don’t Try to Run Many of us have a strange urge to try […]

What is Vishing?

What is Vishing?

You might not be familiar with the term, vishing, but the odds are pretty good you’ve encountered it. Vishing is a relatively new word that’s been attached to an old con. Vishing refers to is the act of someone leaving you an automated voice message that deals with something financial. Examples include: There’s a problem […]

What Can You Do If There Is a Warrant Out for Your Arrest?

What Can You Do If There Is a Warrant Out for Your Arrest?

Finding out that there is a warrant out for your arrest is an earth-shattering revelation. Most of us don’t have the first idea about what we should do in this particular situation. What You Shouldn’t Do The mistake that many people make is ignoring the situation and trying to go through life as if a […]

Understanding the New Flocking Trend

Understanding the New Flocking Trend

Burglaries are a problem in California. In 2021, California property crimes increased by 2.4% from 2020. According to the Public Policy Institute of California, 16% of the reported property crimes in California were burglaries. Traditionally, burglaries are committed by one, sometimes two people, who are simply hoping to make some money, but over the past […]

How to Protect Yourself from a Break-In

How to Protect Yourself from a Break-In

The tragedy of the Idaho murders back in 2022 has caused all of us to question how safe we really are. Suddenly we’re wondering if our locks, doorbell cameras and security systems will prevent us from a break-in. The good news is that there are some things you can do to make sure you’re safe […]

What Happens if I Disturb the Peace in California?

What Happens if I Disturb the Peace in California?

Disturbing the peace is kind of a blanket term in California. If you’re charged with disturbing the peace, it basically means that you did something to irritate someone. Examples of this can include anything from deciding to mow your lawn in the middle of the night to playing really loud music, getting into a fight […]

What is Aggravated Battery in California?

What is Aggravated Battery in California?

Aggravated battery is a term that’s often thrown around in legal circles that many of us don’t fully understand. According to California law, aggravated battery is a crime that’s committed when your actions cause another to suffer a serious injury. Examples of this include: Deliberately tripping the victim and when they hit the ground, they […]

Using a False Compartment to Hide Drugs

Using a False Compartment to Hide Drugs

There is often a great deal of surprise when people are formally charged with crimes, in large part they find themselves facing charges that they didn’t even know existed. A perfect example of this is someone who has been arrested for drugs. It’s not uncommon for them to learn that in addition to possession of […]