California Criminal Law

Civil Recovery Demand Letters under 490.5

Civil Recovery Demand Letters      Some people are surprised to learn that California has a “Civil Recovery” statue on the books for shoplifting or petty theft cases, section PC §490.5(b).  California Penal Code section 490.5(b) provides that retailers can recover between $50 and $500 dollars from an individual accused of shoplifting even in the…

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How Many Points Is a DUI in California?

Guest Post By Christopher J McCann on How Many Points Is a DUI in California California Department of Motor Vehicle utilizes what is known as point system to grade driving records. Every driver in CA starts with a clean record. Nonetheless, simple offenses like traffic ticket can affect your driving history. Incidents that will earn…

California DUI law

What’s The Minimum Fine For A DUI In California?

The state of California enforces stiff penalties for those convicted of DUI. These consequences may include loss of driver license, community service, rehab courses, probation, jail time, and fines. People often ask about the minimum fine for DUI in California. The amounts vary according to the number of offense. Here is some basic information regarding…

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The Weird, Strange & Crazy Laws In California That Still Exist

Guest Post By: Christopher J McCann To Share Some Weird, Strange & Crazy Laws In California That You Won’t Believe Still Exist.  Getting a driver’s license in California or in any state is a privilege and not a right. There is an education base that needs to be the foundation for knowing the rules of…

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California Graffiti Laws

Guest Post By: Christopher J McCann an Orange County Criminal Defense Attorney on How California Graffiti Laws Are Helping Communities In the recent past there have been many cases documented where people have vandalized store fronts, subways, billboards and residential homes with graffiti. Vandals do this action for a number of reasons that include but…