In California, we love our pets as much as we love our brothers and sisters, which is why we have a Good Samaritan law. Good Samaritan Law makes it legal to smash a car window to save a child or an animal. This law has been in effect for almost a year and it is […]
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Leaving Your Child Unattended In The Car Do you choose convenience over safety and responsibility, or the other way around? For example, when you have your 4 year old child with you and you need to run into the store to pick up toilet paper on the way home, would you consider leaving your child […]
“It is not every day that you break a law,” you think to yourself. Little do you know that statement might actually be false. It could very well be that you are breaking some law everyday and you do not even realize it. It is not just you, a lot of people are breaking a […]
No one wants to get stranded on the side of the road because their car broke down. This is especially true when things start to warm up in summer. Being stranded during the heat of summer can be truly miserable. That is why it is important to take care of your vehicle and make sure […]
Jail is undoubtedly the most undesirable place for anyone to be. As much as a person can paint a picture of life in jail, they will never truly grasp the reality of it unless they were a prisoner. Many former prisoners acknowledge that what is shown on TV is a life devoid of happiness, but […]
Everyone knows that driving while drunk is a bad idea. When you are drunk, you have poor motor control and lack a sense of adequate risk assessment. Basically, you can’t control your actions well and you do things that you wouldn’t normally do while sober. It is easy to see why people should not be […]
With the passing of Prop 64, the topic of drug possession has become more prominent in recent months. While it is now legal for people 21 and older to possess some small amount of marijuana, this is the only drug that has been legalized. There are still rules and restrictions to its use. Even though […]
If you have never been pulled over for a DUI before, you may wonder how you should answer when asked if you have been drinking after having a drink or 2. As a United States citizen, you have the right against self-incrimination. This means that you do not have to answer that question. However, that […]
Summer is finally here and temperatures are on the rise. Summer is a season for exploring and adventure. However, it is also a season of unbearable heat. It is why many people will find themselves hiding out in the shelter of their home, waiting for cooler temperatures. If you are looking for ways to keep […]
The rule is the same whenever a person moves to a different state. If a person decide to live in another state permanently, they will need to check in with the DMV to take care of a few changes, like driver’s license and car registration. If they do not do this, they risk being cited […]
What are your plans these summer? Whatever you tell us, it better not include driving yourself or others while being intoxicated after a party or after going to a club. Even though in the past, you may have driven while intoxicated. You need to get into the habit of not getting behind the wheel after […]
Everyone understands the concept of theft and how bad it is. However, once law enforcement gets involved, it can get confusing for many people not familiar with their terminology. Law enforcement officers have many different phrases and terms for different crimes. These terms help the officers identify the severity of crime and many other factors. […]
Not enough people in the United States know their rights when it comes to police searches and seizures, and this is a problem. Some people get so intimidated around the police, even if they did nothing wrong. Others just do not know if and when police are overstepping their authority. There are certain rights people […]
Drone flying can be fun, but drones are not toys. Anyone who flies a drone must do so within the rules and regulations set by the FAA. Even if a person is not intentionally flying their drone in violation of the restrictions is no excuse. Not knowing the rules to drone usage will not prevent […]
California has a so-called “Three Strikes” Law that was introduced in 1994. Think of this like the “three strikes, you are out” mantra that goes with baseball. A player has 3 chances to hit the ball. If they get three strikes, they are out. The Three Strikes Law concerns convicted felons. If a convicted felon […]
Even if it happens under your roof and under your supervision, underage drinking is illegal in California. The minimum drinking age across the United States is 21, but there are some states that allow exceptions to this rule when teens are drinking in the presence of, and with the permission of their parents. Some of […]
Hazing is an initiation ritual or practice that happens most notoriously with college fraternities, school sports teams, or other clubs and organizations. In order for prospective members to be initiated into the fraternity, the existing members will have them complete certain tasks that are humiliating and sometimes dangerous. At times, the prospective members will also […]
When it comes to drones, the sky is not the limit anymore. In fact, it has not been for quite some time now. The discussion of drone usage and laws has largely died down, but we think it is appropriate to revisit and go over the laws again. This even more important now that we […]
The countdown to summer break has begun, leaving students and families eager to get away from school and work in order to have some fun. These long hot days and warm nights bring some of the best memories each year. Admittedly, alcohol has a big part in that because it allows everyone to relax and […]
Last year, as part of ongoing efforts to reduce overcrowding of the state prison system, Californians voted Proposition 57 into law. Proposition 57 increased parole and good behavior opportunities for convicted nonviolent felons, and allowed judges, not prosecutors, to determine if a juvenile would be tried as an adult. The main goal of this proposition […]