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Will I Go to Prison for a First-Time Robbery Charge in California?

You’ve never been in trouble before. No prior record. No history of violence. But now...

How Mistaken Identity Defense Works in Criminal Cases

Someone picked you out of a lineup. But it wasn’t you. You’re facing criminal charges...

What Happens at a Preliminary Hearing for Murder Charges?

After a felony arrest, California law requires a preliminary hearing before your case can proceed...

How Long Do Murder Trials Take in San Diego County

Murder cases in San Diego County do not move quickly, and they are not built to. From the moment...

Can You Get Bail for a Murder Charge in San Diego?

If you or a loved one has been arrested for murder in San Diego, one of your first questions...

How California’s Three Strikes Law Affects Violent Crime Sentencing

Facing violent crime charges in California carries serious consequences on its own. When...

Can Murder Charges Be Reduced to Manslaughter in California?

The prosecutor wants 25 years to life. You’re looking at a murder conviction that could...

What Happens If I’m Charged with Murder in California?

California Penal Code Section 187 defines murder as “the unlawful killing of a human being,...

Penal Code § 347 PC – Poisoning Food, Drink, Medicine or Water in California

Poisoning allegations move fast in California. They trigger immediate concern from prosecutors...