Revenge Porn Laws: Is the Person in the Images Identifiable? PC 647(j)(4)
Revenge Porn Laws: Is the Person in the Images Identifiable? PC 647(j)(4) “Revenge porn” is the concept of publishing nude or explicit images of your ex-significant other as a form of revenge against that person because he or she broke up with you. This has become so common that California passed revenge porn laws. Under California Penal Code Section 647(j)(4), revenge porn is a crime punishable by up to six…
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Should You Talk to a Prosecutor if You are Accused of a Crime?
Should You Talk to a Prosecutor if You are Accused of a Crime? Your right to remain silent is one of the most important protections that the U.S. Constitution gives you if you are arrested. The Fifth Amendment gives you the right to refuse to answer the questions of any law enforcement agent, and it is always the best course of action to politely refuse to do so outside the…
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Fees, Fines, and Freedom: The Cost of Being Convicted of a Crime
Fees, Fines, and Freedom: The Cost of Being Convicted of a Crime There is an old saying in criminal justice: “If you can’t do the time, don’t do the crime.” While it is certainly true that a criminal conviction can come at the high price of your freedom, imprisonment is far from the only cost you can expect to pay if you are convicted of a crime. Many people facing…
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So You Want To Clean Up Your Criminal Record: Expungements Are An Option for a Fresh Start in Southern California
So You Want To Clean Up Your Criminal Record: Expungements Are An Option for a Fresh Start in Southern California In Southern California individuals who have been convicted of a crime often seek ways to clear their criminal record. One common term that is used in this process is expungement. Choosing Wallin & Klarich expungement attorney to represent you in an excellent position to achieve your goal. We have over…
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