Orange County Criminal Defense Blog

Can I Travel While on Probation in California? November 16, 2018

When people are convicted of crimes in California and placed on probation, they almost always want to know, “Can I travel for work or pleasure while I’m on probation?” Understandably, they don’t want ...

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Can I Be Forced to Take a Polygraph Test in California? November 9, 2018

If you enjoy watching crime shows on TV or film, you’ve probably seen suspects brought into questioning, some of who are asked to take a polygraph or “lie detector” test. A polygraph is a machine that ...

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What is a Hate Crime? November 2, 2018

What is a hate crime and what sets it apart from traditional crimes? A hate crime involves a regular offense, such as assault , arson , or murder , but it has an extra element – bias. For example, ...

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What if I Fail to Appear in Court? October 26, 2018

Court is not a fun place to be, not for most people. It’s right up there with hospitals and dentists. If the thought of going to court makes you nervous or squeamish, unfortunately you have to grin ...

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Will You Have to Pay Restitution? October 19, 2018

When innocent people are victims of crimes in Orange County and throughout California, they have the right to be repaid for the losses they suffered as a result of the crime. Victims of crimes are ...

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Civil vs. Criminal Cases in California October 12, 2018

If you are currently involved in a court case, you may not be 100% clear on the difference between civil and criminal cases. There are important distinctions and you want to know what you’re dealing ...

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