Heroin possession is now a misdemeanor and no longer a felony, but it does potentially carry up to a year in jail, $1000 fine and registration as a narcotics offender with local police where you live. Fortunately, the legislature has provided treatment options...
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Is an injury required in a “Domestic Violence” case?
An injury is not required in a "domestic violence" case. There are misdemeanor and felony domestic violence (DV) charges. The most common misdemeanor DV charge is California Penal Code PC 243(e)(1) commonly called spousal battery - it is an unlawful use of...
Is Shoplifting also Petty Theft?
Shoplifting is also "petty theft" if the amount or value stolen does not exceed $950. Thefts over that amount then become "Grand Theft". These thefts can take the form of simply taking merchandise, exchanging merchandise that was stolen, credit card fraud,...
What is a “Soliciting Prostitution” Sting Operation?
A "soliciting prostitution" sting operation is an operation routinely run by local law enforcement to arrest "Johns". This operation is used by nearly every local law enforcement agency other than the California Highway Patrol. Oceanside Police, Escondido...
What is the DUI Pink Sheet Suspension Notice?
The DUI pink sheet suspension notice you get when you are arrested is also a temporary license for 30 days if your license was valid at the time of the stop. It is extremely important that you read pink sheet. It tells you that a suspesnion of your drivers...
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