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Being accused of theft puts you in a very difficult position. If you’re convicted, you face penalties that include incarceration and heavy fines. Even worse is the damage to your reputation. Having a theft conviction on...

Criminal cases in California typically involve violations of state law. These offenses are prosecuted in state court and managed by prosecutors and defense attorneys who are used to California laws and procedures. The...

When a young person is arrested in California, many people mistakenly assume that the law will “go easy” on them and the consequences will be minimal. Unfortunately, that is often not the truth. The juvenile justice...

Being accused of a domestic violence offense can tear your life apart. You are likely to be subject to a protective or restraining order that limits where you can go and who you can talk to. People look at you differently....

So you’ve paid the fine and completed probation, but your criminal conviction still appears on your record, showing up during background checks for job applications, housing, and professional licensing inquiries. But all is