Domestic violence (DV)charges depend on the extent of force used and the injury inflicted or threatened. The officers arrive on scene, separate the persons involved in the domestic violence, investigate, take photos, question the individuals and any witnesses....
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Are San Marcos DUI arrests by Campus Police legal?
DUI arrests by Cal State San Marcos University Police are legal, they usually make the stop and arrest within in the University area. City Police, County Sheriffs, California State University police and CHP are all state peace officers and can make...
Is Burglary Different Than Theft ?
Burglary is different than theft. Theft is either grand theft if over $ 950 in value or petty theft if under. Grand theft is a felony but can be reduced to a misdemeanor, petty theft is always a misdemeanor unless there are prior theft offenses. ...
DUI Suspended License Charges in Vista Courts
DUI suspended license charges in Vista Courts have significant penalties. There are three main suspended license offenses which vary with the reason for the suspension. All of the charges require driving on a suspended license and notice...
What is “Resisting Arrest” in Vista Courts?
Resisting arrest generally is resisting, obstructing or delaying an officer in the performance of their duties. It is explained more fully in California Penal Code 148(a)(1). It can also apply to emergency medical technicians. The penalty carries up...
Is Vandalism under $400 in Carlsbad a Misdemeanor?
Vandalism in California under $400 is a misdemeanor and becomes a felony if the damage is $400 or more. As a misdemeanor, it is punishable by up to 12 months county jail, $1000 fine and restitution for damages. Additionally there can be a loss of...
Can I transport a concealable firearm in my vehicle?
You may transport a concealable firearm in your vehicle if you are not a person prohibited from owning or possessing a firearm. It must be unloaded, no bullets or loaded magazine in the weapon and it must be in a locked gun case unless you have a "concealed weapon"...
Is a DUI Restricted License Available for a First Offense?
A DUI restricted license for a first offense is available for drivers age 21 or more. There are two suspensions that occurr with most "driving under the influence" cases. There is one triggered by a conviction for either VC 23152(a) driving while affected,...
What is DUI Critical Need Drivers License for Underage Drivers?
There is a DUI restricted drivers license available for underage 21 drivers, it is called a "critical need" license and the application is available on the California DMV website. It cannot be submitted until after 30 days of suspension have been served....
Do Vista DUI cases require driving being observed?
Vista DUI cases, as well as DUI cases throughout California, do require driving but may not require the driving actually being observed. There does have to be evidence beyond a reasonable doubt that the person charged with a driving under the influence or...
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