Yes, A Citizen’s Arrest Is A Real Thing
Every now and again on TV and in the movies, you’ll see a character (who is not a police officer) witness a crime and make a “citizen’s arrest.” A citizen’s arrest is an arrest made by a citizen who has no official arrest authority because they are not a law...
Is Skipping School A Crime?
In California, all children between the ages of six and eighteen are required to attend public school. The only exceptions are for children who are homeschooled, attend private school, or who have special needs. Children who fail to attend school (and their parents or...
Is It Legal To Keep A Gun In My Car In California?
If you want to keep a gun in your car in California, there are several laws that you must follow to avoid being arrested and charged with a crime. While keeping a loaded firearm in your home is perfectly legal, the laws are different for your vehicle. It also depends...
How To Handle A DUI Traffic Stop And Field Sobriety Test
The holiday season is a busy time for everyone, and that includes the police. It gets dark early, the road conditions are often wet from rain, and there are lots of holiday parties where people may have had a few drinks before driving home. All of this adds up to an...
The 5 Elements Of A Criminal Threat
As an adult, if you make threats of physical violence to another adult or minor, you can be charged with a crime. While that may seem unfair because people often make threats when they are angry or upset, the law requires that certain elements be present in your...
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